About Douglas
Douglas D. Church is a senior partner at Church Church Hittle + Antrim, located at 2 North 9th Street in Noblesville, Indiana. Since joining the Indiana State Bar in 1970, he has built a distinguished career in civil litigation, mediation, and municipal law. The firm serves clients throughout Hamilton County and the broader central Indiana region, providing expert legal services tailored to the needs of the community. Church earned his Juris Doctor from the Indiana University School of Law in Indianapolis in 1970, following a Bachelor of Arts from Indiana University in Bloomington in 1966. During his time in law school, Church received notable accolades, including the Certificate of Merit and Appreciation from The Appellate Court of Indiana in 1970, as well as the American Bar Association Gold Key Award in the same year.
These honors reflect his academic excellence and commitment to the legal profession from the outset of his career. His experience in municipal law has significantly influenced the legal field of the communities he has served. From 1980 to 2015, Church held the position of Town Attorney for Fishers, and from 1988 to 1996, he served as the City Attorney for Noblesville. In recognition of his contributions to the legal field, Church received the Legendary Lawyer Award from the Indiana Bar Foundation in 2020. This prestigious accolade honors his unwavering dedication to legal ethics, community involvement, and public service. Such recognition shows his commitment to maintaining the highest standards of the legal profession throughout his career.
His work has not only shaped local governance but has also set a benchmark for legal practice in Indiana. Church's involvement extends beyond his law practice. He has served as president of both the Hamilton County Bar Association and the Indiana State Bar Association. His leadership roles in these organizations have played a crucial part in advancing the legal profession in Indiana. Additionally, he has been a member of the Board of Directors of the Indiana Bar Foundation and participated in the House of Delegates of the American Bar Association, further demonstrating his commitment to the legal community. Community engagement is a cornerstone of Church's professional ethos.
He has actively participated in the Noblesville Area Chamber of Commerce, where he served as past president, and has been a board trustee for the Greater Indianapolis YMCA Foundation. His dedication to public service and community development reflects a deep commitment to making a positive impact both professionally and personally. Through his legal expertise and community involvement, Douglas D — Church continues to be a significant figure in Indiana's legal and civic landscape.