R. William Jonas Jr.

R. William Jonas Jr. is a partner at May, Oberfell, Lorber, who handles business bankruptcy, business litigation, estate planning, personal injury, and general civil and commercial litigation matters. Based in Mishawaka, he serves clients in South Bend, Elkhart, Mishawaka, and communities throughout Indiana. His practice helps individuals, businesses, and organizations address disputes, financial challenges, planning needs, and litigation risks with practical legal guidance.

Mr. Jonas graduated from Indiana University Bloomington Maurer School of Law and has been licensed to practice law in Indiana since 1981. His legal education provided a strong foundation in analysis, advocacy, and problem solving. This background supports his ability to evaluate complex legal issues, advise clients on business and personal matters, and guide them through disputes, transactions, and planning concerns with careful judgment.

Mr. Jonas has built a broad practice involving bankruptcy, commercial law, banking and finance issues, estate planning, personal injury claims, and civil litigation. He is admitted before the Indiana state courts, the US District Courts for the Northern and Southern Districts of Indiana, the US Court of Appeals for the Seventh Circuit, and the Supreme Court of the United States. His experience allows him to represent clients in matters that require both courtroom skill and practical business understanding.

R. William Jonas Jr. is active in the legal and professional community. He is a past President of the Indiana State Bar Association and has served in leadership roles with bar, legal education, alumni, and civic organizations. He also speaks on bankruptcy-related topics and serves on the committee overseeing the Judges and Lawyers Assistance Program. Through his practice and professional service, Mr. Jonas helps clients and the legal community address important legal challenges with steady, informed guidance.

Law Office Affiliations

• Partner, May Oberfell Lorber, LLP
• Member, Indiana State Bar Association
• Member, St. Joseph County Bar Association
• Member, American Bar Association
• Member, American Bankruptcy Institute
• Chair, Young Lawyers Section (1992-1993)
• President, Indiana State Bar Association (2008-2009)
• Board of Governors, Indiana State Bar Association (2006-2010)
• Board of Governors, Indiana State Bar Association (1996-1998)
• President, Indiana State Bar Association (1992-1993)
• Vice President, Indiana State Bar Association (2006-2007)
• President-Elect, Indiana State Bar Association (2007-2008)
• Speaker, Indiana Continuing Legal Education Forum on bankruptcy-related topics

Licensed State

• Indiana

Education

• Indiana University Maurer School of Law
  Bachelor of Arts

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