Lisa C. McKinney, Appellate Attorney in Indianapolis, Indiana
Over 34 years of legal practice · focused on Appellate, Business, and Environmental · 3.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review
PartneratBose McKinney & Evans LLP
Indianapolis, IN
Practicing appellate in Indianapolis since 1992.
- 34+
- Years practicing
- 3.0 ★
- 1 client review
- 1
- Bar admission
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Lisa C. McKinney is a partner based in Indianapolis, IN. The practice focuses on Appellate, Business, and Environmental. Lisa has over 34 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Bose McKinney & Evans LLP. Rated 3.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
- Based in
- Indianapolis, IN
- Experience
- over 34 years
- Known for
- Appellate · Business · Environmental
- Handles Appellate, Business, and Environmental matters from Indianapolis, IN.
- Over 34 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with Peer Reviewed.
About Lisa C. McKinney: Lisa C. McKinney is a partner based in Indianapolis, IN. The practice focuses on Appellate, Business, and Environmental. Lisa has over 34 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Bose McKinney & Evans LLP. Rated 3.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Areas of practice
Lisa's practice areas in Indianapolis
Lisa concentrates on appellate, business, environmental, general, and government. Each area below outlines the kind of case Lisa handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Appellate
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Environmental
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Appellate cases in Indianapolis, Indiana
Lisa takes appellate 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 Lisa agrees to represent you.
Business cases in Indianapolis, Indiana
Lisa takes business 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 Lisa agrees to represent you.
Environmental cases in Indianapolis, Indiana
Lisa takes environmental 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 Lisa agrees to represent you.
General cases in Indianapolis, Indiana
Lisa takes general 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 Lisa agrees to represent you.
Government cases in Indianapolis, Indiana
Lisa takes government 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 Lisa agrees to represent you.
Biography
Lisa C. McKinney, appellate attorney serving Indianapolis
Lisa C. McKinney is a partner based in Indianapolis, IN. The practice focuses on Appellate, Business, and Environmental. Lisa has over 34 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Bose McKinney & Evans LLP. Rated 3.0 out of 5 from 1 client review. Lisa works from Indianapolis, Indiana and takes on appellate matters across the region.
Lisa McKinney is chair of the Hospitality, Alcoholic Beverage and Administrative Law Groups.
She has extensive experience in administrative matters before the Indiana Alcohol and Tobacco Commission (ATC), including policy and legislative task forces with the ATC, contract negotiations, ownership disclosures, alcohol and tobacco applications and renewal preparation, local board and ATC hearings, appeals, interim management agreements, purchase and sale agreements and responding to alleged violations. Lisa represents a range of clients from convenience stores, large retailers, restaurants, theaters, importers, big box stores, developers, hotels, golf courses, drug and grocery stores, wineries, breweries, artisan distillers, taverns and clubs. She represents clients in federal, state and international matters related to alcoholic beverage permitting (liquor licensing), production, distribution, labeling and marketing of alcohol products. In addition, she has extensive experience before the Hoosier Lottery and routinely obtains lottery permits and works on renewals for clients.
A 1992 graduate of Indiana University Maurer School of Law - Bloomington, she is past-president of the Alumni Board of Directors for the Indiana University Maurer School of Law Alumni, a member of the IU Maurer School of Law Board of Visitors and a representative for the Maurer School of Law on the IU Alumni Association Executive Council.
Honors / Awards
The Best Lawyers in America 2013-2026; Indiana University Bicentennial Medal, 2019; The Indiana Lawyer Distinguished Barrister Award, 2018; The Indiana News Woman of the Year, 2015; Assistant Dean for Admissions Search Committee member, Indiana University Maurer School of Law, 2015; IUAA and IUF Project Assessment Committee, 2014; Dean Search Committee member, IU Maurer School of Law, 2013-2014; American Cancer Society - Central Indiana Trailblazer of Hope Award, 2011; Distinguished Service Award, Indiana University Maurer School of Law, 2009; Indy's Best and Brightest 2006 finalist; Ardath Burkhart Leadership Series participant
Appearances / Publications
Lisa has written extensively on topics relating to hospitality law, as well as environmental law, including remediation cleanup, Brownfields development and contamination. Her articles have appeared in numerous publications, including the Indiana Lawyer, Hoosier Banker, Indianapolis Business Journal and publications for the American Bar Association and the Indiana Manufacturers Association. She is a frequent presenter, moderator and panelist, including participation in NALCP and IPCA events. Lisa served as 2009 ICLEF program chair on 'The ABC's of Alcoholic Beverage Laws: The Message in a Bottle' and was a panelist for the 2011 and 2010 Women's Leadership Conference.
Lisa's approach to appellate cases
Lisa McKinney is chair of the Hospitality, Alcoholic Beverage and Administrative Law Groups. She has extensive experience in administrative matters before the Indiana Alcohol and Tobacco Commission (ATC), including policy and legislative task forces with the ATC, contract negotiations, ownership disclosures, alcohol and tobacco applications and renewal preparation, local board and ATC hearings,…
The kind of cases Lisa takes
Lisa reviews new inquiries case-by-case for appellate, business, and environmental matters in Indianapolis and the surrounding Indiana area.
Credentials
Credentials — where Lisa studied and practices
Indiana University Maurer School of Law
J.D. · 1992
Southern Methodist University
B.A. · 1989
Jurisdictions
Lisa's state bar admissions
Indiana Indiana Supr
1992 · ACTIVE
Lisa studied at J.D. in Indiana University Maurer School of Law and B.A. in Southern Methodist University.
Law school and academic background
Lisa completed J.D. in Indiana University Maurer School of Law and B.A. in Southern Methodist University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Lisa runs in Indiana is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Lisa's legal honors and published work
Lisa has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
Peer Reviewed
Legal awards and honors
Peer Reviewed.
Affiliations
Lisa's professional memberships and bar associations
(board member) Indiana University Maurer School of Law (past president, Alumni Board of Directors) Women's Fund and Go Fund Development Committee Girls Inc
membership
of Indianapolis
former vice chair of strategic planning, board member, Touchstone event fundraising committee) The Lawyers Club Traders Point Hunt Charity Horse Show (former program chairperson) Society of Women Environmental Professionals and Humane Society of Indianapo · membership
Locations
Lisa C. McKinney's office in Indianapolis
Lisa's primary office is at 111 Monument Circle, Suite 2700, Indianapolis, IN, 46204. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Bose McKinney & Evans LLP
111 Monument Circle, Suite 2700
Indianapolis, IN 46204
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Client reviews of Lisa C. McKinney — 3.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review
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How to hire Lisa C. McKinney — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new appellate attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Lisa usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Lisa charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Lisa'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; Lisa will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a appellate attorney in Indianapolis, Indiana
A short list to run through before you commit: How many appellate 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 Lisa
Lisa discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in appellate practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every appellate 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. Lisa confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Lisa's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many appellate practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Lisa C. McKinney
How much does it cost to hire Lisa for a appellate case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Lisa walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Lisa offer a free consultation?
Lisa charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Lisa's office. Some appellate attorneys offer free consults — check Lisa's current terms during booking.
How long do appellate cases in Indiana typically take?
Simple appellate 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. Lisa gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Lisa take my case if I'm outside Indianapolis?
Lisa 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 — Lisa 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 Lisa?
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. Lisa will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Lisa accepting new appellate clients right now?
Lisa's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
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