About Thomas
Thomas C. Doehrman is a founding partner at Doehrman Buba Ring, a prominent personal injury law firm located in Carmel and Indianapolis, Indiana. With over 30 years of dedicated legal experience, he is known for representing clients in complex cases involving traumatic brain injuries, catastrophic injuries, and wrongful death. His extensive background in personal injury law has made him a advocate for those seeking justice. In 1976, Thomas earned his Juris Doctor degree from Indiana University School of Law, graduating cum laude. Prior to that, he obtained a Bachelor of Arts degree from Indiana University in 1973. After completing his education, he was admitted to the Indiana State Bar in the same year.
His legal credentials extend beyond state lines, as he is also licensed to practice before the U.S. District Court and the U.S. Supreme Court. This lets the attorney represent clients at both the federal and state levels. Throughout his career, Thomas has received numerous accolades for his contributions to the field of personal injury law. In 2002, he was honored as Indiana Trial Lawyer of the Year by the Indiana Trial Lawyers Association, a recognition that shows his commitment to his clients and the legal profession. His achievements continued in 2007 when he was selected as one of the Top 50 Lawyers in Indiana by Indianapolis Monthly Super Lawyers.
Additionally, he has consistently been named to Super Lawyers from 2004 to 2026, reflecting his sustained excellence in legal practice. Leadership within professional organizations has been a significant aspect of Thomas's career. He served as President of the Indiana Trial Lawyers Association from 2010 to 2011 and has been a member of its Board of Directors since 1989. His involvement extends to the American Association for Justice, where he has been on the Executive Board of the Traumatic Brain Injury Litigation Group since 1989, serving as its Chair in 2007. His commitment to advancing the rights of injured plaintiffs is evident in his participation in landmark Indiana appellate and Supreme Court cases, including Fendley v. Ford (1984), Ingram v. Hooks Drugs (1985), Barton-Malow v.
Wilburn (1990), and TRW Vehicle Safety Systems Inc. v — Moore (2010). Thomas has actively contributed to the legal community by submitting amicus briefs on behalf of the Indiana Trial Lawyers Association, advocating for the rights of injured individuals. His memberships include the American Association for Justice, the Indiana Trial Lawyers Association, and the Brain Injury Association of Indiana. In recognition of his lifelong dedication to personal injury law, he received the Lifetime Achievement Award from the Indiana Trial Lawyers Association in 2021. Fluent in English and conversational in Spanish, Thomas continues to serve his clients with compassion and expertise.
