Overview
Jason Rauch advocates for businesses and business owners in their internal disputes through alternative dispute resolution, at trial and on appeal. Jason litigates in state and federal court in shareholder and corporate governance matters, fiduciary duty litigation securities litigation, and M&A litigation. When options are few and trial is likely, clients turn to Jason because he is at home in the courtroom. His trial experience, skills and track record can expand options and influence settlements in the most difficult of circumstances.
Shareholder Litigation
Jason litigates breach of fiduciary duty claims involving shareholders, directors and officers. He represents clients in securities disputes, including securities class actions, and also litigates fraud and breach of contract claims.
Trial Work
Jason is also an accomplished trial lawyer who thrives in the courtroom. He has extensive experience preparing cases for trial and has tried cases involving fiduciary duty disputes, agency issues, and tort claims. He has won verdicts and judgments in state and federal court for both plaintiffs and defendants.
Trust and Estate Litigation
Jason has significant experience in trust, estate and guardianship matters. He represents corporate and individual trustees, trust beneficiaries, personal representatives and other fiduciaries, and charitable foundations to preserve family legacies.
Prior Experience
Prior to joining the firm, Jason served as a police officer for nearly 10 years with the Indianapolis Metropolitan Police Department. Jason also served in the U.S. Army as a psychological operations specialist, including a deployment to Iraq.
Personal Interests
Jason enjoys traveling and going to baseball games with his wife and kids.
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Credentials
Bar Admissions
Indiana
Court Admissions
U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Indiana
U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Indiana
U.S. Court of Appeals for the Seventh Circuit
Education
Indiana University Robert H. McKinney School of Law
J.D. summa cum laude, Indiana Law Review (2017)
Indiana University-Purdue University, Indianapolis
B.A. with high distinction (2012)
Insights & Events
Latest
Insights
Other Perspectives
- Should Police Officers be Included in State or Federal Hate Crime Laws?
Anti-Defamation League Summer Associate Research Program, August 2015
Leadership & Community
Pro Bono
Jason maintains a strong pro bono practice, which includes litigating constitutional torts and pursuing guardianships on behalf of low-income families.
Professional Associations
- Indiana State Bar Association
- Indianapolis Bar Association
Civic Activities
- Saint Francis Soccer Club — Volunteer youth soccer coach, 2016-23
- Franklin Township Historical Society
Honors
- Indiana Super Lawyers — Rising Star, 2023
- Faegre Drinker — Pro Bono Honor Roll, 2020-23
- Faegre Baker Daniels — Pro Bono Honor Roll, 2016-19
No aspect of these recognitions has been approved by the highest court of any state.