Jennifer concentrates her practice in workers’ compensation representing employers, insurance companies and third-party administrators throughout Indiana. She has an extensive legal background, working with hospitals and physician groups as well as insurance companies in civil defense litigation, contract review, subrogation, billing and collection, coverage issues and privacy & security compliance matters.

Prior to joining Downey & Lenkov, Jennifer represented insurance companies and handled civil litigation cases at another prominent Indiana law firm.

Outside of work, Jennifer enjoys attending live music performances, art events and spending time with family, friends and her three dogs. She also fosters dogs and is on the Board of a local rescue group.

• Education:

  • J.D., Indiana University Maurer School of Law, Bloomington, IN, 2003
  • M.S., Ball State University, Muncle, IN, 2000
  • B.S., Ball State University, Muncle, IN, 1998

• Seminars & Presentations:

  • “Always Be Closing: Top Indiana Workers’ Compensation Tips” September 2024
  • “Key Differences Between Illinois and Indiana Workers’ Compensation” September 2023
  • “Indiana Settlement Strategies,” Downey & Lenkov Clients, November 2022

• Professional Memberships & Associations:

  • Indiana State Bar Association
  • Indiana Workers’ Compensation Institute

• Articles & Publications:

  • “Recent Legislative Changed to the Indiana Hospital Lien Statute,” KPD Legal Advisory, May 2013
  • “Indiana Legislature Enacts New Law Affecting the Workers’ Compensation Act: Sets of Statute of Limitation for Provider Free Claims,” KPD Legal Advisory, June 2011
  • “Indiana Appellate Court Weighs in: No Appropriate Statute of Limitations for Balance Billing Provider Fee Claims Under the Act,” KPD Connection Newsletter, Fourth Quarter, 2010