Overview

Blake Lehr defends medical devices in individual cases and multidistrict litigation, protecting the continued viability of important medical technologies. As a versatile defense attorney in the firm’s nationally ranked product liability group, Blake provides legal insight at all stages of litigation, from pre-suit negotiations to appeal, with a client-first attitude and eye toward the strategic resolution of cases.

Mass Torts

Blake has more than five years of experience defending clients involved in mass torts. He has developed legal strategies, drafted global dispositive motions, and pursued case management orders that have led to hundreds of cases being dismissed. With a firm grasp of the unique challenges inherent to mass-tort litigation, Blake combines creativity with zealous advocacy to develop and implement legal strategies that have netted tangible results for clients.

Appeals

Recognizing that the foundation for a successful appeal is built at the trial-court level, Blake counsels clients on issue preservation and appellate strategy to best position them for a potential appeal. When an appeal becomes necessary, Blake leverages his experience and legal acumen to help clients navigate appellate complexities. Blake has litigated before the Seventh Circuit Court of Appeals and Indiana Court of Appeals, securing victories for clients and helping shape the contours of product liability law in Indiana.

Product Liability Defense

Blake has litigated matters involving the following products, among others:

  • Vascular implants
  • Orthopedic devices
  • Hernia mesh products
  • Surgical equipment
  • Various consumer goods

Through zealous advocacy and aggressive motion practice, Blake has helped achieve favorable outcomes for clients across the country in a variety of matters.

Personal Interests

Outside of the office, Blake enjoys the arts and the outdoors. A lifelong musician, Blake plays the drums in a local cover band and composes his own music. He also enjoys visiting state and national parks across the country, hoping to one day visit all 63 U.S. National Parks.

Credentials

Bar Admissions

Indiana

Court Admissions

U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Indiana

Education

Michigan State University College of Law
J.D. summa cum laude, Michigan State Law Review - Senior Production Editor (2020)

Ball State University
B.A. in English Studies, summa cum laude (2017)

Insights & Events

Other Perspectives

Firm Blog Contributions

  • Faegre Drinker on Products – a blog addressing all things product liability that covers legal issues and developments of interest to product manufacturers and their employers

Leadership & Community

Professional Associations

  • Indiana State Bar Association

Honors

  • Faegre Drinker — Pro Bono Honor Roll, 2021-23
  • Jurisprudence Achievement Awards, Michigan State University College of Law — Administrative Law, Advanced Civil Procedure, Advanced Legal Research, Commercial Arbitration, Constitutional Law II, Contracts, Trusts & Estates
  • Michigan State University College of Law Appellate Moot Court Team