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Alan L. Whitted, Esq.
WHITTED LAW, LLC
431 Washington Street
Columbus, IN 47201
Ph. (812) 376-6676
Fax: (812) 379-2498
Email: alan@whittedlaw.com
WHITTED LAW, LLC
431 Washington Street
Columbus, IN 47201
Ph. (812) 376-6676
Fax: (812) 379-2498
Email: alan@whittedlaw.com
Alan has practiced law in Columbus, Indiana for over 40 years. Alan began his legal career in the Bartholomew County Prosecutors Office in 1980, where he served as a part time Deputy
Prosecutor until 1995. In 1981 Alan opened his private law office and continued practicing until 2013, when Whitted Law LLC was formed with his son, Alex R. Whitted. Alan earned his Bachelor of Science degree in History with minors in Political Science and Business, from Ball State University in 1977 and his Juris Doctorate from the Ohio Northern University, Claude W. Pettit College of Law in 1980.
Practice Areas:
Alan represents clients in family law and divorce, wills and estate planning, real estate law, criminal defense and drunk driving, business and corporate law, as well as elder law.
Because of your profound legal experience, solid reputation and demonstrated ethics you have achieved the Lead Counsel Verification in Business Law, Criminal Law – State Felony & Misdemeanor, Estate Planning, Family Law, Probate
Career Highlights:
- Bartholomew County Deputy Prosecutor: 1980-1995
- Deputy Columbus City Attorney: 1995-2011
- Columbus Plan Commission: 1995-2012
- Columbus Building Zoning and Appeals Attorney: 1995-2012
- Columbus City Attorney: 2011-2012; 2016-Present
- Town of Elizabethtown Attorney: 1981-Present
- City Attorney: 2011-2012; 2016-2023
- General Practice of Law, Columbus, Indiana: 1980-Present
Professional Memberships and Affiliations:
- Indiana State Bar Association
- Bartholomew County Bar Association
Education:
- Ball State University, B.S., magna cum laude, 1977
- Ohio Northern University Claude W. Pettit College of Law, J.D., 1980
Courts Admitted to Practice:
- U.S. District Court, Northern District of Indiana
- U.S. District Court, Southern District of Indiana
Because of Alan's profound legal experience, solid reputation and demonstrated ethics he achieved the Lead Counsel Verification in Business Law, Criminal Law – State Felony & Misdemeanor, Estate Planning, Family Law, Probate in 2022.
Alex R. Whitted, Esq.
WHITTED LAW, LLC
431 Washington Street
Columbus, IN 47201
Ph. (812) 376-6676
Fax: (812) 379-2498
Email: alex@whittedlaw.com
WHITTED LAW, LLC
431 Washington Street
Columbus, IN 47201
Ph. (812) 376-6676
Fax: (812) 379-2498
Email: alex@whittedlaw.com
Alex was born and raised in Columbus, Indiana. Prior to forming Whitted Law LLC in 2013 with his father, Alan Whitted, Alex earned his Bachelor of Arts degree in Business Administration, with a minor in Spanish, from Ball State University in 2009 and his Juris Doctorate from the Indiana University, Robert H. McKinney School of Law in 2012. While in law school, Alex served as a note development editor for the Indiana Law Review.
Alex is a Captain in the Indiana Army National Guard JAG Corps and Operation Enduring Freedom Veteran. In his role as a JAG officer, Alex serves the military needs of Indiana and the United States, domestically and abroad.
Practice Areas:
Alex represents clients in estate planning and administration, guardianships, adoptions, criminal defense, divorces, municipal law and probate litigation, including will contests. Alex also represents clients in civil litigation, including personal injury, and commercial transactions. Alex is a Captain in the Indiana National Guard as a Judge Advocate General and is actively involved with the Veterans Treatment Court in Bartholomew County. Alex is a Certified and Registered Civil Mediator.
Career Highlights:
- JAG Corps, Indiana Army National Guard, Trial Defense Service: 2014-2017
- 38th Infantry Division Administrative Law Attorney: 2017 – 2019
- 38th Infantry Division Intel National Security Law Attorney: 2019 - 2021
- Deputy City Attorney for Columbus, IN: 2016 - 2024
- General Practice of Law, Columbus, Indiana: Since 2013
- Major in the Army National Guard
- Command Judge Advocate of the 38th Sustainment Brigade
- Corporation Counsel for Columbus, IN: 2024 - Present
- Town Attorney for the Town of Westport
- Town Attorney for the Town of St. Paul
Professional Memberships and Affiliations:
- Indiana State Bar Association
- Bartholomew County Bar Association
Education:
- Ball State University, B.A., summa cum laude, 2009
- Indiana University Robert H. McKinney School of Law, J.D., 2012
Courts Admitted to Practice:
- U.S. District Court, Northern District of Indiana
- U.S. District Court, Southern District of Indiana
Publications:
- Park51 as a Case Study: Testing the Religious Land Use and Institutionalized Persons Act, 45 Ind. L. Rev., 249, 249 (Fall 2011)
Teresha J. Whitted, Esq.
WHITTED LAW, LLC
431 Washington Street
Columbus, IN 47201
Ph. (812) 376-6676
Fax: (812) 379-2498
Email: teresha@whittedlaw.com
431 Washington Street
Columbus, IN 47201
Ph. (812) 376-6676
Fax: (812) 379-2498
Email: teresha@whittedlaw.com
Teresha joined the Whitted Law team in 2018 as a full-time attorney. Prior to joining Whitted Law, Teresha spent nearly five years as a tax consultant for a big four accounting firm in Indianapolis. Her years of business transactions and client management helped Teresha develop a very keen focus on client service. She understands the importance of understanding her client’s needs and helps navigate her clients through difficult legal issues. Teresha earned her Bachelor of Arts degree in Communications, with a minor in English, from Purdue University in 2008. She then earned her Juris Doctorate from Indiana University Robert H. McKinney School of Law in Indianapolis.
Practice Areas:
Teresha’s practice areas include family law, criminal law, wills, estate planning and administration, business law and commercial transactions, municipal law and collections. Teresha is a Certified and Registered Civil Mediator.
Professional Memberships and Affiliations:
Education:
- Bartholomew County Bar Association
- Purdue University, B.A., 2008
- Indiana University Robert H. McKinney School of Law, J.D., 2013
Courts Admitted to Practice:
- U.S. District Court, Northern District of Indiana
- U.S. District Court, Southern District of Indiana
Austin A. Whitted, Esq.
WHITTED LAW, LLC
431 Washington Street
Columbus, IN 47201
Ph.
(812) 376-6676
Fax: (812) 379-2498
Email:
austin@whittedlaw.com
Practice Areas:
Austin’s practice areas include:
- Family Law
- Wills, Trusts an Estate Planning
- Probate
- Criminal Law
- Expungements
- Business and Commercial Law
Professional Memberships and Affiliations:
- Bartholomew County Bar Association
Education:
- Ball State University, B.A., 2014
- Indiana University Robert H. McKinney School of Law, J.D., 2022
Courts Admitted to Practice:
- U.S. District Court Northern District of Indiana, 2022
- U.S. District Court Southern District of Indiana, 2022
City Attorney, 2024-Present
Prior to joining Whitted Law LLC, Austin worked in the health insurance industry where he built and managed customized health plans for employer groups of all sizes. Austin joined the Whitted Law LLC team in May 2018 as a Legal Assistant, providing the attorneys at Whitted Law LLC solid and reliable assistance. Austin earned his Bachelor of Science degree from Ball State University and his Juris Doctorate from Indiana University Robert H. McKinney School of Law. Austin is a licensed Notary Public in the State of Indiana.
Austin spends his personal time with his wife and sons watching basketball games, camping, or taking their dog on long walks.
Kimberly Baird
Legal Assistant/Office Manager
WHITTED LAW, LLC
431 Washington Street
Columbus, IN 47201
Ph. (812) 376-6676
Fax: (812) 379-2498
Email: kim@whittedlaw.com
Legal Assistant/Office Manager
WHITTED LAW, LLC
431 Washington Street
Columbus, IN 47201
Ph. (812) 376-6676
Fax: (812) 379-2498
Email: kim@whittedlaw.com
Kimberly has been the legal assistant to Alan Whitted for over 30 years. Assisting with family law, wills, estates and estate planning, in addition to real estate and business law. Kimberly reviews pleadings, gathers and analyzes client information, and communicates with clients.
As the office manager Kimberly handles the daily office operations, maintains accounts payables, accounts receivables and monthly billing. She is also a licensed Notary Public in the State of Indiana.
Kimberly is a Columbus native. She graduated from Columbus East High School and Vincennes University. She has been married to her husband of more than 30 years and a proud mother of three adult children. Her two German Shorthaired Pointers keep her busy.