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Richard L. "Rick" Norris, ADR Attorney in Indianapolis, Indiana

focused on ADR, Aviation, and Personal Injury

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Richard L. "Rick" Norris is an attorney based in Indianapolis, INDIANA. The practice focuses on ADR, Aviation, and Personal Injury. Currently practicing at Norris Choplin Schroeder LLP.

Based in
Indianapolis, INDIANA
Experience
attorney
Known for
ADR · Aviation · Personal Injury
  • Handles ADR, Aviation, and Personal Injury matters from Indianapolis, INDIANA.
  • Recognized with Best Lawyers in America — Aviation Law (2026).

About Richard L. "Rick" Norris: Richard L. "Rick" Norris is an attorney based in Indianapolis, INDIANA. The practice focuses on ADR, Aviation, and Personal Injury. Currently practicing at Norris Choplin Schroeder LLP.

Areas of practice

Legal matters Richard takes on

Richard concentrates on adr, aviation, and personal injury. Each area below outlines the kind of case Richard handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

ADR cases in Indianapolis, Indiana

Richard takes adr 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 Richard agrees to represent you.

Aviation cases in Indianapolis, Indiana

Richard takes aviation 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 Richard agrees to represent you.

Personal Injury cases in Indianapolis, Indiana

Richard takes personal injury 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 Richard agrees to represent you.

Biography

Meet Richard L. "Rick" Norris — adr lawyer in Indianapolis

Richard L. "Rick" Norris is an attorney based in Indianapolis, INDIANA. The practice focuses on ADR, Aviation, and Personal Injury. Currently practicing at Norris Choplin Schroeder LLP.

Richard L. Norris is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Aviation Law, Mediation and Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs.

Richard L., who practices law in Indianapolis, Indiana, has been recognized since 2021. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Richard L. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

Working with Richard on a adr matter

Richard L. Norris is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Aviation Law, Mediation and Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs. Richard L., who practices law in Indianapolis, Indiana, has been recognized since 2021. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Richard L. is held by other top lawyers in the same…

Clients Richard works with

Richard reviews new inquiries case-by-case for adr, aviation, and personal injury matters in Indianapolis and the surrounding Indiana area.

Credentials

Education, bar admissions, and languages

  • Indiana University Robert H. McKinney School of Law

    J.D. · 1971

Richard studied at J.D. in Indiana University Robert H. McKinney School of Law.

Law school and academic background

Richard completed J.D. in Indiana University Robert H. McKinney School of Law. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Richard runs in Indiana is where that training gets applied to real client questions.

Recognition

Recognition and thought leadership

Richard has received 3 formal recognitions from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.

  • Best Lawyers in America — Aviation Law

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Mediation

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs

    2026

Legal awards and honors

Best Lawyers in America — Aviation Law (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Mediation (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs (2026).

Locations

Richard L. "Rick" Norris's office in Indianapolis

Richard's primary office is at 101 West Ohio Street, Ninth Floor, Indianapolis, Indiana, 46204-4213. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Main office

Norris Choplin Schroeder LLP

101 West Ohio Street, Ninth Floor

Indianapolis, Indiana 46204-4213

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Hiring guide

How to hire Richard L. "Rick" Norris — what to expect in your first consultation

Working with a new adr attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Richard usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.

Consultation formats and pricing

Richard charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Richard'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; Richard will tell you what matters and what doesn't.

Questions to ask a adr attorney in Indianapolis, Indiana

A short list to run through before you commit: How many adr 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 Richard

Richard discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in adr practice — ask which fits.

Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options

Every adr 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. Richard confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.

Payment methods and payment plans

Richard's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many adr practices work with clients on structured schedules.

Frequently asked

Frequently asked questions about Richard L. "Rick" Norris

  • How much does it cost to hire Richard for a adr case?

    Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Richard walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.

  • Does Richard offer a free consultation?

    Richard charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Richard's office. Some adr attorneys offer free consults — check Richard's current terms during booking.

  • How long do adr cases in Indiana typically take?

    Simple adr 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. Richard gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

  • Can Richard take my case if I'm outside Indianapolis?

    Richard 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 — Richard 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 Richard?

    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. Richard will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.

  • Is Richard accepting new adr clients right now?

    Richard's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.

Areas served

ADR attorneys serving Indianapolis, Fort Wayne and Carmel in Indiana

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