About David James
David James Steele blends a background in psychology with two decades in the Indiana legal community. He earned a Bachelor of Science in Psychology from Ball State University in 1993 and continued his studies at The University of Denver Sturm College of Law, receiving his J.D. in 2000. The combination of those degrees shapes how he approaches fact patterns and client conversations.
After law school he established his practice in Indiana. Over the years he has handled a range of matters that come before state courts and administrative bodies. He has been a regular presence in local legal circles and has maintained an active practice through steady client work and case handling.
Steele’s involvement in professional governance began to deepen in the 2010s. Since 2012 he has held membership on the Indiana State Bar Ethics Committee. In that role he participates in discussions and review of ethical questions that affect lawyers across the state. The committee work places him in contact with evolving rules of professional conduct and the practical issues lawyers encounter in day-to-day practice.
His undergraduate training in psychology informs his courtroom demeanor and client interactions. He tends to break complex matters into accessible terms and to consider how people process information under stress. That approach guides preparation for depositions, hearings and client consultations. It also influences how he evaluates settlements and prepares witnesses.
Steele practices from Steele Legal Group, LLC. He runs a small firm environment where case management and direct client contact remain central. Colleagues and clients describe his office as pragmatic in its handling of deadlines and responsive in communication. He emphasizes clear explanation of legal options rather than legalese.
Beyond casework, his committee service has involved periodic review of proposed ethics opinions and participation in forums where professional conduct topics are discussed. He has balanced committee responsibilities with private practice duties and has continued to accept new matters while serving.
Those who look for counsel from him will find a lawyer grounded in both legal training and an understanding of human behavior. He remains active in Indiana’s legal community and currently practices at Steele Legal Group, LLC, handling matters under Indiana law.
