Jynell D. Berkshire

Jynell D. Berkshire is a distinguished real estate attorney based in Indianapolis, Indiana. She has over 15 years of experience in real estate law, mortgage foreclosure, and surplus funds recovery. As the founding partner of Berkshire Law LLC, she has earned recognition for her ability to guide clients through complex legal matters involving surplus proceeds, tax sale claims, and unclaimed property funds.

Ms. Berkshire holds a Juris Doctor degree from Indiana University Robert H. McKinney School of Law (2000). She also earned a Master’s degree in 1991 and a Bachelor of Science in 1990 from Ball State University. She is admitted to practice in Indiana, including the U.S. District Courts for both the Northern and Southern Districts of Indiana.

Ms. Berkshire’s legal practice spans residential and commercial real estate transactions, quiet title actions, and contractor disputes. She has also represented clients in landlord issues, mortgage litigation, and property tax sale challenges. In addition to her legal expertise, she is a licensed real estate broker and seasoned real estate investor, offering practical insights to her clients.

Ms. Berkshire founded the Surplus Funds Attorney Network to assist individuals, creditors, and recovery professionals nationwide claim excess proceeds and surplus funds. Her commitment to client advocacy is evident in her strategic counsel and consistent results in recovering funds through litigation and negotiation.

In government services, Ms. Berkshire offers seasoned guidance in legislative lobbying and public sector representation. She has served as a registered lobbyist in both Washington, D.C., and Indiana, advising on procurement, regulatory compliance, and contracting matters at multiple levels of government.

Beyond her legal practice, Jynell D. Berkshire chairs the Grandview Community & Economic Development Corporation, advancing local and global community initiatives. Her entrepreneurial ventures further reflect her dedication to real estate development and information services, contributing to client success and community growth.

Law Office Affiliations

• Founding Partner, Berkshire Law LLC
• Member, Indiana State Bar Association
• Member, U.S. District Court for the Northern and Southern Districts of Indiana

Licensed State

• Indiana

Education

• Indiana University Robert H. McKinney School of Law
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• Ball State University
  Master of Arts (MA)
• Ball State University
  Bachelor of Science (BS)

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