Jacob German

Jacob German is a Partner at Barnes & Thornburg LLP, based in Indianapolis, Indiana. He has a robust legal background, focusing primarily on municipal law and finance, procurement law, and government relations. His practice involves representing both public and private sector clients in various matters related to state and local government, including economic development strategies and municipal bond structuring.12

Professional Background

• Current Position: Partner at Barnes & Thornburg LLP since January 2022.
• Previous Roles:
  • Associate at Barnes & Thornburg LLP (September 2014 - January 2022).
  • Summer Associate at the same firm (May 2013 - August 2013).
  • Law Clerk for the Indiana Gaming Commission (May 2012 - August 2012).

Education

• Doctor of Jurisprudence from the Indiana University Maurer School of Law (2011 - 2014).
• Bachelor of Arts in History, Summa Cum Laude, from Wabash College (2007 - 2011).

Areas of Expertise

Jacob specializes in:

• Municipal funding and general counsel services for local governments.
• Structuring municipal bond deals.
• Navigating public records requests and compliance with state laws.
• Advocacy before the Indiana General Assembly on behalf of various clients, including those in regulated industries like healthcare and gaming.23

Community Involvement

He is actively involved in several organizations:

• Board member of the Little Red Door Cancer Agency.
• Member of the Indiana Bar Association and the Indianapolis Bar Association.
• Legal counsel for the Bill Cook Foundation.24

Recognitions

Jacob has been recognized as a Rising Star by Indiana Super Lawyers in 2024 and was named an "Ones to Watch" attorney by The Best Lawyers in America from 2021 to 2024.25

Outside of his professional life, Jacob enjoys golfing, cooking, and spending time with his family.4