Caroline Payne

Litigation - Securities

3.0 (1 reviews)

Indianapolis, Indiana

4+ years experience

Barnes & Thornburg LLP

Updated: Jan 03, 2026

Contact Information

317-236-1313

https://btlaw.com/en/people/caroline-payne

11 South Meridian Street, Indianapolis, IN 46204-3535

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Bio

Caroline Payne is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Litigation - Securities.Caroline, who practices law in Indianapolis, Indiana, has been recognized since 2026. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Caroline is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area. Caroline Payne is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Litigation - Securities.Caroline, who practices law in Indianapolis, Indiana, has been recognized since 2026. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Caroline is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area. Caroline Payne is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Litigation - Securities. Caroline, who practices law in Indianapolis, Indiana, has been recognized since 2026. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Caroline is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

Local Legal Snapshot

Jurisdiction

Indiana

State Capital

Indianapolis

Highest Court

Indiana Supreme Court

Bar Association

Indiana State Bar Association

Typical Consultation

$150-$300

Typical Hourly Range

$250-$450/hr

Fee Model Notes

Hourly or flat-fee billing is common.

Estimates vary by market, complexity, urgency, and attorney experience.

Practice Areas

Litigation - Securities

Awards & Recognition

Recognized: Litigation - Securities

Recognized in Ones to Watch since 2026

Education

University of Notre Dame, J.D., graduated 2021

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Reviews

Eric Cox

3 months ago

Competent on securities matter, but communication was inconsistent

Caroline Payne at Barnes & Thornburg assisted with a complex shareholder dispute. Her background in securities litigation from Notre Dame was evident, and she clearly understood the regulatory nuances. Her recognition in Best Lawyers for Litigation - Securities is well-deserved regarding her technical knowledge. However, the experience was mixed. While the legal strategy was sound, there were periods where responses to emails took several days, leaving us uncertain about next steps. For straightforward phases, her work was solid, but during more dynamic negotiations, we sometimes felt out of the loop. She is a capable attorney for the core legal work, but the client service aspect could be more proactive.