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Associate, Barnes & Thornburg LLP
Jordan Oliver decided to become an attorney after hearing about Kalief Browder, a 16-year-old who was held for years in a New York jail without a trial for allegedly stealing a backpack. “That inspired me to go to law school because it showed me the importance that advocates play in our society.” After high school, he joined the Marines and served active duty while simultaneously completing his undergraduate degree in accounting and finance. After serving four years, he came back to Indianapolis for law school. During law school, he worked at the U.S. Attorney’s Office and Marion County Prosecutor’s Office, and externed for a federal judge. His practice now is split primarily between white-collar investigations and commercial litigation.
Proud moment in your career? Providing pro bono legal services to individuals who otherwise would not have representation.
What have you learned about yourself since you joined the workforce? “Seeking and accepting constructive criticism can only help you become better at what you do.”
Where do you see yourself in 10 years? Being an assistant U.S. attorney and continuing his involvement in not-for-profits in Indianapolis.
Favorite social media platform: Twitter
Favorite podcast: “For the Defense, with Davis Oscar Markus”
Netflix recommendation: “Ozark”
Go-to coffee order: None. Not a coffee drinker.
Morning person or night owl? night owl•
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