Thomas C. Doerhman
Founding Partner

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Address:
Doehrman Buba Ring
120 N Rangeline Rd
Carmel, IN 46032
Thomas C. Doehrman – Experienced Indiana Personal Injury Attorney
Thomas C. Doehrman is a founding partner of Doehrman Buba Ring in Carmel–Indianapolis. With more than three decades of trial experience, Tom has earned a reputation as one of Indiana’s leading personal injury lawyers, representing victims of catastrophic injury, traumatic brain injury (TBI), and wrongful death. Honored as Indiana Trial Lawyer of the Year in 2002 and selected among the Top 50 Lawyers in Indiana by Indianapolis Monthly Super Lawyers in 2007, he continues to set the standard for advocacy in Central Indiana and nationwide.
Practice Focus
Tom concentrates on traumatic brain injury litigation, catastrophic injury cases, wrongful death claims, and complex trucking collisions. His courtroom advocacy has helped secure justice and life-changing compensation for injury victims in Carmel, Indianapolis, and across Indiana.
Education & Bar Admissions
Education: J.D., Indiana University School of Law (1976, cum laude);
B.A., Indiana University (1973).
Bar Admissions: Indiana (1976); U.S. District Court (1976);
U.S. Supreme Court.
Professional Leadership & Service
- Executive Board, AAJ Traumatic Brain Injury Litigation Group (1989–Present); Chair (2007)
- Executive Board, AAJ Interstate Trucking Litigation Group (2012–Present)
- President, Indiana Trial Lawyers Association (2010–2011); Board of Directors (1989–Present)
- Board of Directors, Brain Injury Association of Indiana (1982–2002); Chairman (2000–2001); Emeritus Board (2003–Present)
- Member, International Brain Injury Association (since 2002)
- Certified Civil Trial Advocate, National Board of Trial Advocacy (since 1994)
- Leaders Forum Member, American Association for Justice
Honors & Awards
- Indiana Trial Lawyer of the Year, ITLA (2002)
- Top 50 Lawyers in Indiana, Indianapolis Monthly Super Lawyers (2007)
- Certified Civil Trial Advocate, National Board of Trial Advocacy (recertified 1999, 2004, ongoing)
Scholarship, Speaking & Publications
Tom is a nationally recognized lecturer and author on topics including comparative fault, trucking litigation, brain injury law, and trial strategy. His published works have appeared in Indiana Law Review, Res Gestae, and Indiana Lawyer. He has presented at programs for the American Association for Justice, Indiana Trial Lawyers Association, Brain Injury Associations across the U.S., and the Indiana Continuing Legal Education Forum (ICLEF).
Representative Cases
Tom has been involved in landmark Indiana appellate and Supreme Court cases, including Fendley v. Ford (1984), Ingram v. Hooks Drugs (1985), Barton-Malow v. Wilburn (1990), and TRW Vehicle Safety Sys. Inc. v. Moore (2010), often submitting amicus briefs on behalf of ITLA to protect the rights of injured plaintiffs.
Contact & Consultation
120 N Rangeline Rd, Carmel, IN 46032 • (317) 844-9999Serving clients across Carmel, Indianapolis, and Central Indiana. Schedule a consultation with Thomas C. Doehrman today.
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If you or a loved one has been injured and you need legal assistance, contact Doehrman Buba Ring for a free consultation. Our experienced Indiana personal injury attorneys are here to help you navigate your case and secure the compensation you deserve.