About Theresa
Theresa Bowers is a attorney based in West Lafayette, Indiana, specializing in business law, construction law, employment law, estate planning, probate, and real estate law. With over thirteen years of experience, she has developed a comprehensive practice that addresses many legal issues for her clients. A graduate of Purdue University with a Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering, Theresa brings a unique technical perspective to her legal practice. She earned her Juris Doctor from Valparaiso University School of Law, where she participated in the Giles Sutherland Rich Moot Court Competition and served as a clerk for the Honorable Lorenzo Arredondo. During law school, she also contributed as a teaching assistant in Legal Research and Writing.
Theresa's legal career began with a focus on construction law, leveraging her engineering background to effectively represent clients in construction delay and defect litigation, mechanics' lien matters, and stormwater drainage disputes. She has represented both public and private entities, including property owners, engineers, contractors, and subcontractors. In addition to her construction law practice, Theresa provides counsel on employment policies, supplier contracts, and compliance matters. She has substantial experience in litigation, including bench trials, appeals, arbitration, and mediation, and routinely advises clients on litigation avoidance techniques. Beyond her legal practice, Theresa is actively involved in her community.
She has volunteered with various nonprofits in the Lafayette area, including St. Thomas Aquinas and the Purdue Master Gardener program. Theresa has also served as a catechist and director of family life at St. Thomas Aquinas, and has been involved in the Roman Catholic Diocese of Lafayette-in-Indiana's Youth Ministry and Home School Task Forces. She has been a member of the Lafayette Symphony Orchestra's Board of Directors and has coordinated volunteer efforts for the Master Gardener State Conference.
Theresa is a member of the Indiana State Bar Association and the Tippecanoe County Bar Association. She has been recognized as a Rising Star by Super Lawyers in 2009. She is also a Fellow of the Indiana Conference for Legal Education Opportunity. Theresa's diverse legal expertise, combined with her technical background and community involvement, make her a valuable resource for clients seeking comprehensive legal services in the West Lafayette area.
