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5.0 /5.0
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Biography
Todd is an experienced litigator and trial attorney who helps the seriously injured in Indiana and Kentucky with his primary geographic areas of practice in Evansville and Indianapolis. He is also licensed in Kentucky and often practices in Henderson and the surrounding counties.
Todd has been selected by Indiana Super Lawyers as a Super Lawyer in the field of plaintiff's personal injury since 2018. He was previously named a Rising Star in 2009, 2011, 2012 and 2013. Todd has also been selected to The National Trial Lawyers Association: Top 40 under 40 Civil Plaintiff Attorneys for the State of Indiana in 2012 and to its Top 100 Indiana Civil Plaintiff Attorneys. He was selected for a Lifetime Achievement Award for Indiana by Top 100 Attorneys and as part of the Top One Percent by the National Association of Distinguished Counsel. Todd has achieved Martindale Hubbell's Preeminent AV Peer Rating and a 5.0 out of 5.0 Client Rating, a 10 out of 10 Avvo Rating, and is Lead Counsel Rated in areas of Medical Malpractice, Personal Injury and Elder Law.
After spending 12 years at a large Evansville business and insurance defense firm, where he was a litigation partner, he established his own law firm in 2010.
In addition to wrongful death and serious injury cases arising out of premises liability, automobile, bicycle, construction site and motorcycle accidents, Todd's litigation experience includes cases of commercial and semi truck accidents, underinsured and uninsured motorist insurance coverage cases, asbestos exposure, consumer product liability, medical malpractice, nursing home abuse, and employment discrimination.
Prior to 2010, Todd was hired primarily by insurance companies and businesses to defend injury and wrongful death claims. He is a former board member of the Defense Trial Counsel of Indiana, 2008-2010, and was Chair of the Defense Trial Counsel of Indiana Product Liability Section in 2007. He is admitted to practice in Indiana and Kentucky and before various federal courts, as well as the United States Supreme Court. He is a member of the Indiana Trial Lawyer's Association, Kentucky Justice Association and American Association for Justice.
Todd is experienced with the concerns of both sides, which helps him approach a case slightly differently than others might. He is also a registered mediator in Indiana and embraces alternative dispute resolution when it is in his client's interest.
Injured by another's negligence in Indiana or Kentucky? Attorney Todd Barsumian is here to help.
Practice Areas
6
Practice Areas
Car Accident
25%
Medical Malpractice
25%
Wrongful Death
25%
Personal Injury
10%
Fees and Rates
Cost
Awards
Licenses
Licensed in Kentucky for 24 years
State: Kentucky
Acquired: 2001
No misconduct found
Licensed in Indiana for 27 years
State: Indiana
Acquired: 1998
No misconduct found
Location
Barsumian Armiger Injury Lawyers
14074 Trade Center Drive, Suite 202, Fishers, IN, 46038
barsumianlaw.comOnline Presence
Other places you can find Todd online.
Todd Clarke Barsumian's Reviews
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Posted by Tina | April 1, 2021 | Consulted Attorney
This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.
fellow lawyer
I have known Todd for many years. He has a unique perspective since he started out doing defense work and then transitioned to representing injured parties. I love Todd's tenacity. He drills down on cases and leaves no stone unturned.
Posted by David | August 26, 2015 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Trucking Accident
Todd was professional, courteous, expeditious, and straight to the point! I am totally satisfied with his performance on my case... Would recommend him to anyone that was in a similar predicament as I was involved in... Thanks Todd
Posted by RICK | August 7, 2015
Lawsuit Results Favorable
Without going into detail, Todd was recommended when it was determined our current lawyer had a conflict of interest in the lawsuit. We were counter-sued by a third-party when they were sued by the initial plaintiff. Todd reviewed our case and we went to arbitration instead of going through a long ...
Posted by Shelie | August 7, 2015
Credible, Competitive, Assured, Effective Counsel!
My son was involved in a personal injury accident involving multiple parties. We live out of state and Mr. Barsumian graciously accepted the case after the need to change counsel presented itself, thus coming in midway. This cannot be easy for any lawyer. Once this change was made the case became a ...
Posted by anonymous | July 30, 2015
Excellent Lawyer!
Todd worked on a personal injury case for my family, walking us through all the legal jargon and process. We were very worried about everything, and his personal style and professionalism helped us through an extremely difficult time. Todd's integrity is beyond reproach.
Todd Clarke Barsumian's Lawyer Endorsements
"I have known Todd for several years and worked with him on occasion. He is an effective advocate on behalf of his clients in personal injury and medical malpractice cases. I highly recommend Todd to anyone seeking representation in those areas of the law."
"I have had the privilege of knowing Todd for several years. Todd has improved my legal practice with valued advice on multiple occasions. I endorse Todd for anyone seeking legal representation in a personal injury or medical malpractice lawsuit."
"I highly endorse Todd Barsumian. He is extremely ethical, and is an excellent advocate for his clients. He is very knowledgeable in the law, and most importantly, knows how to work well with opposing counsel to achieve a just result."
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Experience
Honors
2025
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2024
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2023
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2022
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2021
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2020
AV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2020
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2019
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2019
SuperLawyer, SuperLawyers
2018
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2018
Super Lawyer: Plaintiff's Personal Injury, Super Lawyer
2018
Nation's Top One Percent, National Association of Distinguished Council
2017
Lifetime Achievement Award, America's Top 100 Attorneys
2016
Top 100 Trial Lawyers, The National Trial Lawyers
2015
Rated Attorney, Lead Counsel
2013
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2013
Rising Stars, Super Lawyers
2012
Top 40 Under 40, The National Trial Lawyers
2012
Rising Stars, Super Lawyers
2012
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2011
Rising Stars, Super Lawyers
2011
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2009
Rising Stars, Super Lawyers
2009
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
1997
Member, Drake University Law Review
1997
Property Law Tutor, Drake University Law School
1995
Constitutional Law, CALI
Work Experience
2010 - Present
Owner, Barsumian Injury Law
2006 - 2010
Partner, Kahn, Dees, Donovan & Kahn, LLP
1998 - 2005
Associate, Kahn, Dees, Donovan & Kahn, LLP
Associations
2014 - Present
American Association for JusticeMember
2010 - Present
Kentucky Justice AssociationMember
2010 - Present
Indiana Trial Lawyers AssociationMember
2010 - Present
United States Supreme CourtAdmitted
2001 - Present
Kentucky Bar AssociationMember
1998 - Present
Evansville Bar AssociationMember
1998 - Present
Indiana Bar AssociationMember
1998 - Present
United States District Court for the Southern District of IndianaAdmitted
1998 - Present
United States District Court for the Northern District of IndianaAdmitted
2008 - 2010
Defense Trial Counsel of IndianaBoard of Directors
2007 - 2008
Defense Trial Counsel of IndianaChair - Products Liability Section
1998 - 2010
Defense Trial Counsel of IndianaMember
1998 - 2010
Defense Research InstituteMember
Sample of Legal Cases
Walker v. George Koch Sons, Inc., 2009 U.S. Dist. LEXIS 25879 (S.D. Miss. 2009)
Plaintiff's motion to strike affirmative defenses denied and defendant's motion for fees granted.
Black v. AC&S, Inc. et al., 785 N.E.2d 1084 (Ind. 2003)
Plaintiff's claims dismissed.
Harris v. AC&S, Inc. et al., 785 N.E.2d 1087 (Ind. 2003)
Plaintiff's claims dismissed.
Vaughn v. Daniels Co., 841 N.E.2d 1133 (Ind. 2006)
Plaintiff's product liability claims dismissed against designer, but negligent design claims allowed to proceed.
Hitachi Constr. Machinery Co. Ltd. v. Amax Coal Co., 737 N.E.2d 460 (Ind.Ct.App. 2000)
Plaintiff's product liability claims dismissed after application of economic loss rule.
Swift v. Pirnat, 828 N.E.2d 444 (Ind.Ct.App. 2005)
Knoy v. Cary, 813 N.E.2d 1170 (Ind. 2004)
Airgas Mid-America v. Long, 812 N.E.2d 842 (Ind.Ct.App. 2004)
Ross Bros. Constr. Co., Inc. v. Int'l Steel Services, Inc., 282 F.3d 867 (7th Cir. 2002)
Secured reversal of district court order.
Austin v. Vanderburgh County Sheriff Merit Com'n, 761 N.E.2d 875 (Ind.Ct.App. 2002)
Education
1998
Drake University Law School
JD - Juris Doctor
1995
Hanover College
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2019
ITLA Lifetime Achievement Seminar
Who, What, When, Where, How and Why: 30(B)(6) Depositions
2016
Advanced Civil Litigation Skills in Indiana
Addressing Weakness in Your Case in Closing Statements
2016
Advanced Civil Litigation Skills in Indiana
Presenting Technical Expert Testimony to the Jury
2016
Advanced Civil Litigation Skills in Indiana
Introducing Complex Case Themes During Opening Statements
2016
Advanced Civil Litigation Skills in Indiana
Authentication and Admission of Social Media, Smart Phone and Email Evidence
2009
DTCI Annual Conference
Issues Facing the Defense Lawyer in the Tri-Partite Relationship: Excess Judgments and Reservations of Rights Letters
2005
DTCI Annual Seminar
Recovery of Non-Personal Injury Damages in Products Liability
2004
ICLEF Direct and Cross-Examination of Experts
The Law of Experts in Indiana
2004
DTCI Annual Seminar
Products Liability Legislative Update and Electronic Discovery
Publications
2009
Indiana Lawyer
Practice Makes Privileged: Protecting the Testifying Expert
1999
Drake Law Review
Bail Bondsmen and Bounty Hunters: Re-Examining the Right to Recapture
Languages
English