Overview
Diversity & Inclusion
Janeia is a member of the firm's Diversity Collective and the Black Associates Group.
Prior Experience
Before joining the firm, Janeia served as an associate at a regional outfit concentrating on transactional services. As part of her practice, she provided counsel to clients on entity formation and related corporate governance matters, in addition to drafting and reviewing contracts ranging from asset purchase agreements and employment contracts to promissory notes and mortgages tailored to protect company interests.
Prior to entering law, Janeia worked as a claims adjuster for an insurance group.
Personal Interests
Janeia is passionate about criminal justice reform and reentry efforts. In her free time, she enjoys dancing at her church and spending time with her family and friends.
Related Legal Services
Credentials
Bar Admissions
Indiana
Arizona
Court Admissions
U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Indiana
U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Indiana
Education
Indiana University Robert H. McKinney School of Law
J.D. Indiana Law Review (2018)
Indiana University-Purdue University, Indianapolis
B.S. in Psychology (2013)
Insights & Events
Insights
News
Leadership & Community
Professional Associations
- American Bar Association (ABA) – 2018-present
- Indiana State Bar Association (ISBA) – 2018-present
- Marion County Bar Association – 2021-present
- Indiana Federal Community Defenders, Inc. – Board of Directors, 2022-present
- Thomas Ridley’s 1 Like Me – Board of Directors, 2018-present
Civic Activities
- Women Forward
- Second Chance Re-Entry Assistance Program (SCRAP), McKinney Law — Founding Member, 2016-18
- Girl Talk Incorporated — Mentor, 2017-present; Board of Directors, 2019-present
Honors
- Faegre Drinker — Pro Bono Honor Roll, 2020-21
No aspect of these recognitions has been approved by the highest court of any state.