Pfenne P. Cantrell

Pfenne P. Cantrell is an Indianapolis attorney and a senior partner at Kightlinger and Gray LLP who handles complex litigation involving construction, insurance coverage and bad faith, product liability, securities, aviation, subrogation, and fire-related casualties. He also works on professional liability and data security lawsuits and disputes. His undergraduate background in economics supports an analytical approach to complicated disputes. He focuses on evaluating legal and financial issues thoroughly while presenting arguments and strategies in a concise, practical manner for clients.

Pfenne earned his undergraduate degree from Wabash College, where he studied economics. He earned his J.D. from Indiana University School of Law – Indianapolis. He was admitted to practice in Indiana in 1995. He is also admitted before the US District Courts for the Northern and Southern Districts of Indiana and the US Court of Appeals for the Seventh Circuit, supporting his work in state and federal litigation matters.

Pfenne has developed substantial experience across several areas of civil and commercial litigation. His work includes insurance disputes, construction claims, securities litigation, aviation matters, product liability, professional liability, and fire and explosion cases. He also handles subrogation matters arising from property losses and other casualty events. His broad litigation background allows him to address technical issues, evaluate complex evidence, and develop focused legal strategies for demanding disputes and claims.

Pfenne P. Cantrell remains active in legal and professional organizations, including the Association of Defense Trial Attorneys, Defense Research Institute, Defense Trial Counsel of Indiana, and Indiana State Bar Association. He has presented programs on taking and defending expert depositions and FAA enforcement actions. He also participates in the Indianapolis Bar Association Litigation Section. His experience, analytical background, and litigation focus support clients facing complex civil and commercial disputes.

Law Office Affiliations

• Senior Partner, Kightlinger and Gray LLP
• Member, Association of Defense Trial Attorneys
• Member, Defense Research Institute
• Member, Defense Trial Counsel of Indiana
• Member, Indiana State Bar Association

Licensed State

• Indiana

Education

• Indiana University School of Law
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• Wabash College