PDF- Bible v. St. Vincent’s Hospital, 961 N.E. 2d 545 (Ind. App. 2012)
- Mueller v. DaimlerChrysler Motors Corp., Transmission Plant, 842 N.E.2d 845 (Ind. App. 2006)
- Gray v. DaimlerChrysler Corp., 821 N.E.2d 431 (Ind. App. 2005)
- Black v. Olive Garden Restaurant, 644 N.E.2d 627 (Ind. App. 2 Dist. 1994)
Diana L. Wann
Diana L. Wann
Bio
Diana’s practice centers on workers’ compensation defense. She is dedicated to her practice – taking the time to sit down with her clients and listen to their needs, in order to help them resolve the problems associated with their individual cases. This process helps her clients work out the larger issues that impact their businesses as they relate to workers’ compensation.
Her experience and reputation in the workers’ compensation field is well regarded. In 2023 she was named the Indiana State Information Partner for WorkCompCollege.com. She has also been named in The Best Lawyers in America©, is AV Preeminent rated, has been named an Indiana Super Lawyer®, and was named 2014 Lawyer of the Year for Workers’ Compensation Law in the Indianapolis Metro Area. For all these reasons and more, Diana is a valued member of the Jackson Kelly team.
Outside the office, she loves to cook and enjoys sitting down with a good book, preferably about western U.S. history. Diana is also a self-described foodie who is always on the lookout for her next fabulous meal.
Education
- Indiana University McKinney School of Law (J.D., 1989)
- Indiana University (B.S., 1975)
Admissions
- Indiana (1990)
- U.S. District Court, Northern District of Indiana (1990)
- U.S. District Court, Southern District of Indiana (1990)
Notable Legal Experience
Work History
- Jackson Kelly PLLC (2020-Present)
- Wiedner & McAuliffe (2019-2020)
- Jackson Kelly PLLC (2014-2018)
- Rudolph, Fine, Porter & Johnson LLP (2011-2014)
- McCray Lavallo Frank & Klingler (2003-2011)
- Ice Miller (1989-2003)
Professional Organizations
- WorkCompcollege.com, State of Indiana Information Partner (2023)
- College of Workers’ Compensation Lawyers, President, Board of Governors
- Kids’ Chance Board Member (1996-2020), Current Emeritus
- Workers’ Compensation Committee Co-Chair, American Bar Association (1998-2007)
- Indiana State Bar Association
- National Workers’ Compensation Defense Network
- Charter Member
- President (2011-2013)
- Vice President (2009-2011)
- Board Member (2006-2014)
- Secretary (2007-2009, 2013-2014)
- Membership Committee Chair (2004-2007)
- Member (2003 – Present)
- Defense Trial Counsel of Indiana
- Workers’ Compensation Section, past Chair
Community
- Kid’s Chance of Indiana (Emeritus)
- Founding member
- Board member (1996-Present)
- President (2015-2019)
Awards
- Selected by her peers for inclusion in The Best Lawyers in America© for Workers’ Compensation Law – Employers (2008-2027)
- Named in Best Lawyers® Business Edition “Women in Law” (2017)
- AV Preeminent Martindale-Hubbell Peer Review Rated for Ethical Standards and Legal Ability
- College of Workers Compensation Lawyers inducted 2010
- Lawyer of the Year 2014, Best Lawyers—Indianapolis Metro Area Worker’s Compensation Law, Employers
- Indiana Super Lawyers® (2010, 2011)
- Top Attorneys in Indiana, Indianapolis Monthly (2011)
- Lexis Nexis Workers’ Compensation Law Community Workers’ Compensation Notable Person of the Year (2010)
- Indiana District 4 Pro Bono Corp Montgomery County Pro Bono Attorney of the Year (2013)
Speaking Engagements & Publications
Speaking Engagements – Recent
- WorkCompCollege.com Indiana Training Program 2023
- ICLEF Worker’s Compensation Institute November 2016, Program Chair, Moderator
- American Bar Association Annual Worker’s Compensation Committee Midwinter Meeting March 2017, Panel Presentation
Writings and Publications
- Indiana Trends, Lexis Workers’ Compensation Emerging Issues Analysis Book, 2017
Industries
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