About Barbara

Barbara Germano practices personal injury law in Indianapolis, Indiana. She is an experienced attorney with a focus on medical malpractice and legal malpractice cases. Her office is well-known in the community for handling complex personal injury claims, ensuring that her clients receive the representation they deserve. The firm is dedicated to advocating for victims, providing comprehensive legal support throughout the process. She earned her J.D. from the Indiana University Robert H.

McKinney School of Law in 1988. Prior to that, she completed her undergraduate studies at Indiana University-Bloomington, where she received a B.A. in 1978. This solid educational foundation gave her the skills necessary to handle the details of personal injury law. Her legal career spans several decades, during which she is known for her understanding of the law and her commitment to her clients. Most of her cases involve representing clients who have suffered due to medical negligence or legal malpractice.

Cases typically progress through various stages, including initial consultations, discovery, and trial preparation. Barbara is adept at negotiating settlements, but she is also prepared to take cases to trial when necessary. Her approach is detail-oriented, ensuring that every aspect of a case is meticulously handled. Before establishing her practice in Indianapolis, she worked working with various law firms, where she developed her skills in personal injury litigation. This background has allowed her to develop a keen insight into the challenges faced by her clients. Her dedication to her practice is evident in the numerous successful outcomes she has achieved for her clients over the years.

Barbara is an active member of several professional associations, including the Indiana State Bar, the American Association for Justice, and the Indiana Trial Lawyers Association. She is also affiliated with the Outstanding Lawyers of America and the Indianapolis State Bar Association. These memberships reflect her commitment to staying informed about the latest developments in the legal field and advocating for the rights of her clients. In addition to her legal practice, Barbara is involved in community outreach and education, often speaking at local events about personal injury law and the importance of legal representation. Her dedication to her clients and her community makes her a respected figure in the Indianapolis legal field.

Education

Indiana University Robert H. McKinney School of Law

J.D.

1988

Indiana University - Indiana University-Bloomington

B.A.

1978

Experience

Garau Germano Hanley & Pennington

Accepted Jurisdictions

U.S. District Court, Northern Districts of Indiana
U.S. District Court, Southern Districts of Indiana
Indiana

Court Admissions

U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Indiana U.S. District Court
U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Indiana U.S. District Court

Types of Cases Handled

Personal Injury Medical Malpractice Legal Malpractice

Legal Services Scope

Initial consultations Discovery Trial preparation

Professional Associations

Indiana State Bar

has membership Current

American Association for Justice

has membership Current

Indiana Trial Lawyers Association

has membership Current

Outstanding Lawyers of America

has membership Current

Indianapolis State Bar Association

has membership Current

Office Locations

Main Office

 151 N Delaware St Suite 1515 Indianapolis IN 46204