Dawn E. Wellman

Dawn E. Wellman is a partner at Allen Wellman Harvey Keyes Cooley, LLP in Greenfield, Indiana. She practices in family law, personal injury, medical malpractice, civil rights violations, employment matters, and general litigation. Ms. Wellman helps clients address disputes that may involve family concerns, workplace issues, injury claims, medical negligence, and alleged violations of legal rights. Her work reflects decades of litigation experience and practical guidance for individuals and families facing serious legal challenges.

Ms. Wellman earned her law degree from Valparaiso University School of Law, where she graduated with high honors and served as an associate editor of the Valparaiso Law Review. She also earned a B.A. in History from Valparaiso University in 1971, graduating with high honors. Her academic background provided a strong foundation in legal research, writing, advocacy, and analysis, supporting her work in litigation, mediation, and client counseling.

Ms. Wellman practiced law in Lake and Porter Counties with Cohen & Thiros, LLC from 1976 to 1987, where she served as both an associate and a partner. During that time, she handled medical malpractice, personal injury, and criminal defense matters. In 1987, she joined the Greenfield firm that later became Allen Wellman Harvey Keyes Cooley, LLP. Her experience also includes teaching seminars on family law and general litigation for the Indiana State Bar Association and the National Institute of Trial Advocacy.

Dawn E. Wellman is admitted to practice in Indiana, the U.S. District Courts for the Northern and Southern Districts of Indiana, and the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Seventh Circuit. She is a certified family law mediator and parenting coordinator, and she holds an AV rating from Martindale-Hubbell. Her professional involvement includes the Indiana State Bar Association, Indiana Bar Association, American Justice, and pro bono participation with Hancock County Legal Aid. Through her practice, Ms. Wellman provides experienced guidance in litigation, mediation, and family-related disputes.

Law Office Affiliations

• Partner, Allen Wellman Harvey Keyes Cooley, LLP
• Member, Indiana State Bar Association
• Member, National Institute of Trial Advocacy
• Member, American Association for Justice

Licensed State

• Indiana

Education

• Valparaiso University School of Law
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• Valparaiso University
  Bachelor of Arts (BA)

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