Jackie M. Bennett, Jr.

Jackie M. Bennett, Jr. is a seasoned trial attorney and partner at Taft’s Indianapolis office, focusing on complex white-collar criminal defense, high-stakes litigation, and regulatory investigations. He represents both corporations and individuals in civil, commercial, and criminal matters involving federal and state agencies, delivering trusted advocacy in sensitive and high-profile cases.

Jackie earned his Juris Doctor from Indiana University Robert H. McKinney School of Law in 1983 and his undergraduate degree from Hanover College in 1980. He is admitted to practice in Indiana and before multiple federal courts. His legal acumen has earned ongoing recognition in Chambers USA, Best Lawyers in America, and Benchmark Litigation.

Jackie’s practice includes internal investigations, corporate governance, securities compliance, environmental enforcement, FCPA violations, and election law matters. He is known for litigating urgent and high-impact disputes involving injunctions, business torts, and patent infringement, providing strategic counsel under pressure.

Before private practice, Jackie served in the Office of Independent Counsel under Kenneth W. Starr from 1995–1999. As Principal Deputy in Washington, D.C., he advised on prosecutorial matters and was one of three prosecutors who conducted the grand jury questioning of President Clinton during the impeachment investigation.

Jackie M. Bennett, Jr. brings unmatched insight into government investigations and complex litigation. He has handled cases with national attention, guiding clients through legal and reputational challenges. His distinguished career has also been recognized with honors, including being named an Indiana Super Lawyer Top 50 and a Distinguished Fellow of the Indianapolis Bar Foundation.

Known for his thorough preparation and trial skills, Jackie continues to be a go-to attorney for clients facing investigations, enforcement actions, or litigation risks. His background as a federal prosecutor, combined with decades of litigation experience, positions him as a powerful advocate in and out of the courtroom.

Law Office Affiliations

• Partner, Taft Stettinius & Hollister LLP
• Member, Indiana State Bar Association
• Member, Indianapolis Bar Association
• Member, Board of Directors, Indianapolis Legal Aid Society
• Member, Seventh Circuit Bar Association
• Member, National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers
• Distinguished Fellow, Indianapolis Bar Foundation

Licensed State

• Indiana

Education

• Indiana University Robert H. McKinney School of Law
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• Hanover College
  Bachelor of Arts (BA)

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