Joshua P. Astin, IP Attorney in Indianapolis, Indiana
Over 14 years of legal practice · focused on IP and Real Estate
Indianapolis, IN
Practicing ip in Indianapolis since 2012.
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Joshua P. Astin is an attorney based in Indianapolis, INDIANA. The practice focuses on IP and Real Estate. Joshua has over 14 years of legal experience.
- Based in
- Indianapolis, INDIANA
- Experience
- over 14 years
- Known for
- IP · Real Estate
- Handles IP and Real Estate matters from Indianapolis, INDIANA.
- Over 14 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with Best Lawyers in America — Intellectual Property Law (2026).
About Joshua P. Astin: Joshua P. Astin is an attorney based in Indianapolis, INDIANA. The practice focuses on IP and Real Estate. Joshua has over 14 years of legal experience.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Joshua takes on
Joshua concentrates on ip and real estate. Each area below outlines the kind of case Joshua handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
IP cases in Indianapolis, Indiana
Joshua takes ip matters in Indianapolis, Indiana. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Joshua agrees to represent you.
Real Estate cases in Indianapolis, Indiana
Joshua takes real estate matters in Indianapolis, Indiana. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Joshua agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet Joshua P. Astin — ip lawyer in Indianapolis
Joshua P. Astin is an attorney based in Indianapolis, INDIANA. The practice focuses on IP and Real Estate. Joshua has over 14 years of legal experience.
Josh specializes in U.S. and foreign patent preparation and prosecution for a variety of technologies including tissue engineering, stem cells, implantable medical devices, and genetic sequence listings. He assists clients in evaluating IP coverage, protecting core IP assets, domestic and international patent prosecution, and preparing infringement, non-infringement, freedom to operate, and validity opinions. Josh’s clients include health science and medical device companies, retail businesses, as well as start-up companies.
In addition, Josh advises clients on intellectual property strategy, overall intellectual property portfolio management and, IP valuations in transactional matters. Josh has counseled clients on the selection, clearance, maintenance, licensing, and enforcement of their trademarks. Josh understands the science behind clients’ technologies. He utilizes his Master’s Degree in Biotechnology and relevant experience as a medical technologist at a medical reference laboratory to provide the practical advice clients seek.
When out of the office, Josh can be found playing guitar, hiking, or losing golf balls.
Working with Joshua on a ip matter
Josh specializes in U.S. and foreign patent preparation and prosecution for a variety of technologies including tissue engineering, stem cells, implantable medical devices, and genetic sequence listings. He assists clients in evaluating IP coverage, protecting core IP assets, domestic and international patent prosecution, and preparing infringement, non-infringement, freedom to operate, and…
Who Joshua represents
Joshua reviews new inquiries case-by-case for ip and real estate matters in Indianapolis and the surrounding Indiana area.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
Indiana University Bloomington
— · 2012
Indiana University Bloomington
JD · 2012
University of Utah
B.A. Biology · 2008
Jurisdictions
Joshua's state bar admissions
Indiana
2012 · ACTIVE
Joshua studied at — in Indiana University Bloomington, JD in Indiana University Bloomington, and B.A. Biology in University of Utah.
Law school and academic background
Joshua completed — in Indiana University Bloomington, JD in Indiana University Bloomington, and B.A. Biology in University of Utah. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Joshua runs in Indiana is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Recognition and thought leadership
Joshua has received 2 formal recognitions from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
Best Lawyers in America — Intellectual Property Law
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Patent Law
2026
Legal awards and honors
Best Lawyers in America — Intellectual Property Law (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Patent Law (2026).
Locations
Joshua P. Astin's office in Indianapolis
Joshua's primary office is at 111 Monument Circle, Suite 3700, Indianapolis, Indiana, 46204-5137. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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How to hire Joshua P. Astin — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new ip attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Joshua usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Joshua charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Joshua's office.
What to bring to your first meeting
Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; Joshua will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a ip attorney in Indianapolis, Indiana
A short list to run through before you commit: How many ip matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?
Fees & payment
Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for Joshua
Joshua discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in ip practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every ip matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. Joshua confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Joshua's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many ip practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Joshua P. Astin
How much does it cost to hire Joshua for a ip case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Joshua walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Joshua offer a free consultation?
Joshua charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Joshua's office. Some ip attorneys offer free consults — check Joshua's current terms during booking.
How long do ip cases in Indiana typically take?
Simple ip matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Joshua gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Joshua take my case if I'm outside Indianapolis?
Joshua is licensed in Indiana. Matters governed by Indiana law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Joshua will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.
What should I bring to my first meeting with Joshua?
Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Joshua will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Joshua accepting new ip clients right now?
Joshua's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
IP attorneys serving Indianapolis, Fort Wayne and Carmel in Indiana
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