John Henry Shean

John Henry Shean

also known as John Shean

5.0
Rating: 9.5

Licensed for 44 years

Personal injury Lawyer at Bloomington, IN
Practice Areas: Personal Injury, Workers Compensation

1114 N College Ave, Bloomington, IN

About John

Biography

Practice Areas

2

Practice Areas

Personal Injury 50%

John has handled a wide variety of personal injury cases including auto accidents, aviation, maritime, products liability, construction site accidents, wrongful death claims, medical malpractice, nursing home negligence, trucking accidents, and motorcycle accidents.

45 years

50%
Workers Compensation 50%

John is one of the premier worker's compensation attorneys in the state of Indiana. He frequently teaches at continuing education seminars and lobbies the state legislature for improvements to the work comp system. John has successfully represented hundreds of worker's compensation clients and has several appellate court reported decisions.

36 years

50%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Contingency

10%-40%


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Indiana for 36 years

State: Indiana

Acquired: 1989

Retired

No misconduct found

Licensed in California for 44 years

State: California

Acquired: 1981

Resigned

No misconduct found

Location

Law Offices of John Henry Shean

1114 N College Ave, Bloomington, IN, 47404-3552

Shean Law

1114 N. College Ave., Bloomington, IN, 47404

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John Henry Shean's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

7 Client Reviews

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Posted by Karen | March 29, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Car Accidents

We couldn't have done it without John!

A head-on car crash was not on my schedule that day. But it happened. Since I had never been in such a situation, it never crossed my mind that I would need a lawyer. I didn't do anything wrong so why hire a lawyer who would get part of my settlement, if there would be one? What I didn't know is ...that a settlement of any sort can be very complicated. Without legal experience, I would have never thought of things to do that John did for us. I KNOW through John, we got a much better settlement than if we would have not hired John. He was compassionate, trustworthy as well as thorough. If you have been in a car accident, you absolutely would do yourself a favor by hiring John as your lawyer.

Posted by anonymous | October 11, 2016 | Hired Attorney

It' great working with John Shean

We have had extensive time working with John and it's been great! He is thorough, professional, honest, humble and consistent. He is our attorney and we have no need to use another. We appreciate him taking time for us, being patient and excellent in his field. I highly avow John Shean to anyone.

Posted by Aaron | May 15, 2014 | Workers Compensation

EXCELLENT COMMUNICATION AND SERVICE

I used Shean Law and would not hesitate to recommend them to anyone searching for representation. My particular case was a workers compensation case. John and his team communicated every aspect of the case to me in a language I could understand. I would not hesitate for a moment to use Shean Law agai...n or recommend them. Thanks again guys!

Posted by David | February 26, 2013 | Corporate & Incorporation

Executive Director

I have had the opportunity of working with Mr. Shean for the past 20+ years. During this time period I have been executive director over two not-for-profits. Mr. Shean was extremely helpful in understanding codes and operational procedures when I was executive director over an adolescent group home.... One can spend more time trying to be compliant with state regulations and not enough time to implementing program to help your students. Mr. Shean walked us through many challenging hops and made us a more effective program for drug and alcohol treatment, in addition to helping us meet state requirements for an adolescent center. Mr. Shean also helped us start a not-for-profit that work with teens in prevention programs and over sea school programs. He has always been very helpful in teaching us more effective ways to run our not-for-profit. I have never felt belittled or inferior with him or any of his staff. The office has always be very pleasant to work with and is very responsive when I have had questions. The advice from Shean Law has been profitable to us and timely. When my wife was involved in a accident Shean Law represented her in a very professional manner and was extremely fair with her. Shean Law represents me both personal and professionally.

Posted by James | January 01, 2013

John Shean: Our Counsel

Mr Shean stood in the gap for my wife and me championing our position. From his years of experience, his mature sense of understanding, and his personal concern, John consistently brought peace and insight to the table. We highly recommend John as a knowledgeable counselor of the law and friend.

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John Henry Shean's Lawyer Endorsements

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Jeffrey Shaw

Personal injury lawyer | Mar 19

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"A lawyer with impeccable credentials who actually cares about his clients. Best in his community by far."

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Jonathan Armiger

Mediation lawyer | Mar 23

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"John Shean is not only a very well-known and respected plaintiff's personal injury attorney, but he is also a very effective mediator, who has successfully mediated several personal injury cases for me. I endorse him for anyone seeking a mediator in a personal injury or worker's compensation claim."

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Charles Carlock

Personal injury lawyer | Jan 21

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"John is a consummate professional who is respected both personally and professionally. I would highly recommend him."

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Michael Babcock

Personal injury lawyer | Nov 12

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Very fair and knowledgeable. An asset to our legal community."

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Sean Cleary

Personal injury lawyer | Oct 01

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. An extremely talented and well respected attorney in the legal community."

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Christian Lassen

Unknown lawyer | Dec 15

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Top-notch attorney. Highly respected in the legal community."

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Jeffrey Shaw

Personal injury lawyer

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Jacob Moore

Criminal defense lawyer

Experience

Rating:  9.5 (Superb)

Honors

2016

AV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2016

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers Magazine

2015

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers Magazine

2014

Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers

2013

AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2013

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers Magazine

2012

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers Magazine

2011

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers Magazine

2010

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers Magazine

2009

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2008

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2007

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2006

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2005

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2004

Super Lawyer, Indiana Super Lawyers Magazine

Work Experience

1990 - Present

Managing Partner, Shean Law

1988 - 1990

Executive Director, COTA - Children's Organ Transplant Association

1987 - 1988

Partner, Wise, Wiezorek, Timmons & Wise

1981 - 1987

Associate, Wise, Wiezorek, Timmons & Wise

Associations

1992 - Present

Indiana Trial Lawyers Association

Attorney Member

1992 - Present

Christian Legal Society

Attorney Member

1990 - Present

Indiana State Bar

Attorney Member

1990 - Present

Monroe County Bar Association

Attorney Member

1981 - Present

California Bar Foundation

Attorney Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Young Logging v. Marling, 900 N.E.2d 30 (2009)

Employer Must Pay for Medical Treatment

Bloomington Hospital v. Stofko, 705 N.E.2d 515, affirmed at 709 N.E.2d 1078 (Ind. App. 1999)

Employer Must Pay for Future Liver Transplant

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Education

1981

Loyola Law School

JD - Juris Doctor

1978

Claremont McKenna College

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2012

ITLA Worker's Compensation Seminar

Grassroots Efforts to Improve the Work Comp System

2012

Indiana Worker's Compensation Law

Indiana Worker's Compensation

Languages

English

Activity

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