
Tara Schulstad Sciscoe, Employment Attorney in Indianapolis, Indiana
Over 32 years of legal practice · focused on Employment, Employment Contracts, and General · 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review
PartneratIce Miller LLP
Indianapolis, IN
Practicing employment in Indianapolis since 1994.
- 32+
- Years practicing
- 5.0 ★
- 1 client review
- 1
- Bar admission
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Tara Schulstad Sciscoe is a partner based in Indianapolis, IN. The practice focuses on Employment, Employment Contracts, and General. Tara has over 32 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Ice Miller LLP. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
- Based in
- Indianapolis, IN
- Experience
- over 32 years
- Known for
- Employment · Employment Contracts · General
- Handles Employment, Employment Contracts, and General matters from Indianapolis, IN.
- Over 32 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with AV Preeminent.
About Tara Schulstad Sciscoe: Tara Schulstad Sciscoe is a partner based in Indianapolis, IN. The practice focuses on Employment, Employment Contracts, and General. Tara has over 32 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Ice Miller LLP. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Areas of practice
Tara's practice areas in Indianapolis
Tara concentrates on employment, employment contracts, general, health care, and insurance. Each area below outlines the kind of case Tara handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Employment
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Employment Contracts
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General
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Health Care
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Insurance
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Securities
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SSD
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Tax
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Workers Comp
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Employment cases in Indianapolis, Indiana
Tara takes employment 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 Tara agrees to represent you.
Employment Contracts cases in Indianapolis, Indiana
Tara takes employment contracts 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 Tara agrees to represent you.
General cases in Indianapolis, Indiana
Tara 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 Tara agrees to represent you.
Health Care cases in Indianapolis, Indiana
Tara takes health care 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 Tara agrees to represent you.
Insurance cases in Indianapolis, Indiana
Tara takes insurance 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 Tara agrees to represent you.
Biography
Tara Schulstad Sciscoe, employment attorney serving Indianapolis
Tara Schulstad Sciscoe is a partner based in Indianapolis, IN. The practice focuses on Employment, Employment Contracts, and General. Tara has over 32 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Ice Miller LLP. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review. Tara works from Indianapolis, Indiana and takes on employment matters across the region.
Tara Schulstad Sciscoe is a lawyer practicing erisa compliance, employee benefits litigation, qualified retirement plans and 20 other areas of law. Tara received a A.B. degree from Duke University in 1991, and has been licensed for 32 years. Tara practices at Ice Miller LLP in Indianapolis, IN.
Working with Tara on a employment matter
Tara Schulstad Sciscoe is a lawyer practicing erisa compliance, employee benefits litigation, qualified retirement plans and 20 other areas of law. Tara received a A.B. degree from Duke University in 1991, and has been licensed for 32 years. Tara practices at Ice Miller LLP in Indianapolis, IN.
Clients Tara works with
Tara reviews new inquiries case-by-case for employment, employment contracts, and general matters in Indianapolis and the surrounding Indiana area.
Credentials
Credentials — where Tara studied and practices
University of Michigan
J.D. · 1994
Duke University
A.B. · 1991
Jurisdictions
Tara's state bar admissions
Indiana
1994 · ACTIVE
Tara studied at J.D. in University of Michigan and A.B. in Duke University.
Law school and academic background
Tara completed J.D. in University of Michigan and A.B. in Duke University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Tara runs in Indiana is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Tara's legal honors and published work
Tara has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
AV Preeminent
Legal awards and honors
AV Preeminent.
Affiliations
Tara's professional memberships and bar associations
Indianapolis, Indiana State and American (Member: Tax Section Employee Benefits Committee) Bar Associations National Association of College and University Attorneys National Association of College and University Business Officers
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Locations
Tara Schulstad Sciscoe's office in Indianapolis
Tara's primary office is at One American Square, Suite 2900, Indianapolis, IN, 46282-0200. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Ice Miller LLP
One American Square, Suite 2900
Indianapolis, IN 46282-0200
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Client reviews of Tara Schulstad Sciscoe — 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review
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How to hire Tara Schulstad Sciscoe — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new employment attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Tara usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Tara charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Tara'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; Tara will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a employment attorney in Indianapolis, Indiana
A short list to run through before you commit: How many employment 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 Tara
Tara discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in employment practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every employment 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. Tara confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Tara's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many employment practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Tara Schulstad Sciscoe
How much does it cost to hire Tara for a employment case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Tara walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Tara offer a free consultation?
Tara charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Tara's office. Some employment attorneys offer free consults — check Tara's current terms during booking.
How long do employment cases in Indiana typically take?
Simple employment 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. Tara gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Tara take my case if I'm outside Indianapolis?
Tara 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 — Tara 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 Tara?
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. Tara will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Tara accepting new employment clients right now?
Tara's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
Employment attorneys serving Indianapolis, Fort Wayne and Carmel in Indiana
Tara handles employment matters throughout Indiana. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified employment attorneys in that community.
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