oneal@lewis-kappes.com

317.639.1210

Practice Areas

Real estate, zoning and land use; family law; municipal law; corporate and business law; construction law; estate and probate; mediation and arbitration.

Duane O'Neal uses his experience in the law, his MBA, and his practical experience to maximize his versatility and competency as a lawyer. His practice is focused primarily on real estate and business matters, but he has developed a strong expertise in many practice areas. Mr. O'Neal frequently practices in the area of family law, representing individuals in contested divorces and post-divorce matters. He is also experienced in the areas of municipal law, representing counties and other localities in a wide range of disputes with taxpayers and other entities. Additionally, Mr. O'Neal helps willing parties avoid the long and expensive litigation process through mediation and arbitration. Mr. O'Neal practices a personal philosophy that demands him to provide his clients with benefits that will exceed the cost of his services.

Education

Indiana University, B.A., 1972; Indiana University, M.B.A., 1979; Indiana University, J.D., summa cum laude, 1984.

Bar Admissions

Indiana, 1985; U.S. Tax Court, 1986; U.S. Court of Appeals, Seventh Circuit, 1986; U.S. District Court, Southern District of Indiana, 1985; U.S. District Court, Northern District of Indiana, 1985; U.S. Supreme Court, 1994.

Publications & Presentations

Associate Editor, Indiana Law Review, 1984-85; Frequent lecturer on land use regulation and issues; Author, "Mortgage Prepayment Penalties, Down But Not Out," Mortgage Banking Magazine, November 1985; Mr. O'Neal is a frequent lecturer to local associations.

Experience

Minority Counsel, Indiana House of Representatives, 1987-91; Commissioner, Board of Aviation Commissioners, Greenwood, 1987-1992; Commissioner, City of Greenwood Planning Commission, 1991-93, 1998-present (Vice President 1992-93); Board of Public Works, Greenwood, 1993-94; Judge, Greenwood City Court, 1994-95

Affiliations

Member, Indianapolis Bar Association; Member, Johnson County Bar Association; Member, Indiana State Bar Association; The Association of Trial Lawyers of America; Panel Arbitrator and Mediator, American Arbitration Association; Indiana Registered Lobbyist.

Honors & Awards

Recipient, Callaghan Publishing Award in Securities Regulation, 1984
Englehart Fellowship, 1984
RTV-6 Leadership Award, 2001
Indiana Super Lawyer (Real Estate) 2004

Areas of Experience

Divorce;
child custody and support;
real estate development;
commercial construction,
zoning and/or variance;
plan commission;
Board of Zoning Appeals (BZA) Government Regulation;
tenant;
lawsuit;
inheritance