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Jason Scheele is a seasoned trial attorney with extensive experience representing clients in state and federal courts throughout central and northern Indiana. His litigation practice spans medical malpractice defense, commercial disputes, and product liability matters.

Jason defends hospitals, physicians, and nurses in complex medical malpractice cases, with experience across nearly every specialty, including obstetrics, orthopedics, radiology, and anesthesiology. His strategic approach and deep understanding of healthcare standards make him a trusted advocate in high-stakes litigation.

In the commercial litigation arena, Jason advises municipalities, corporations, partnerships, and limited liability companies on matters involving contract disputes, breach of fiduciary duty, and defense of legal malpractice claims. His courtroom experience is complemented by a practical understanding of business operations and risk management.

Professional Associations

  • Member, Indiana Bar Association
  • Member, Allen County Bar Association
  • Member, Defense Trial Counsel of Indiana

Awards & Recognitions

  • Named "Lawyer of the Year" by Best Lawyers® 2026
    • Medical Malpractice Law - Defendants, Fort Wayne
  • AV Preeminent® Rating from Martindale-Hubbell®
  • Best Lawyers® 2024-2026
    • Litigation - Health Care
    • Medical Malpractice Law - Defendants
  • Indiana Super Lawyers®, 2017-2026
  • Indiana Super Lawyers Rising Star® 2009, 2012-2016

Education

  • J.D., cum laude, Indiana University Maurer School of Law, Bloomington, Indiana, 2001
    • Selected for the Order of Barristers
  • B.A. in American Studies, magna cum laude, Franklin College, Franklin, Indiana, 1998

Bar & Court Admissions

  • Indiana, 2001
  • U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Indiana, 2001
  • U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Indiana, 2001

Health Care

One Big Beautiful Bill, Part II

August 12, 2025

Health Care

One Big Beautiful Bill, But More

July 28, 2025

Governmental Affairs and Public Advocacy

Party Like It's July 1, 2024

June 5, 2024

Thought Leadership

Upcoming INSPECT Compliance Dates

October 28, 2018

Thought Leadership

Lights, Camera, Sanction

October 25, 2018

Thought Leadership

Dismissal of Non-Intervened Qui Tam Lawsuits

February 1, 2018

Thought Leadership

HIPAA Security...Integrity Matters

February 1, 2018

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Jason Scheele is a seasoned trial attorney with extensive experience representing clients in state and federal courts throughout central and northern Indiana. His litigation practice spans medical malpractice defense, commercial disputes, and product liability matters.

Jason defends hospitals, physicians, and nurses in complex medical malpractice cases, with experience across nearly every specialty, including obstetrics, orthopedics, radiology, and anesthesiology. His strategic approach and deep understanding of healthcare standards make him a trusted advocate in high-stakes litigation.

In the commercial litigation arena, Jason advises municipalities, corporations, partnerships, and limited liability companies on matters involving contract disputes, breach of fiduciary duty, and defense of legal malpractice claims. His courtroom experience is complemented by a practical understanding of business operations and risk management.

Professional Associations

  • Member, Indiana Bar Association
  • Member, Allen County Bar Association
  • Member, Defense Trial Counsel of Indiana

Awards & Recognitions

  • Named "Lawyer of the Year" by Best Lawyers® 2026
    • Medical Malpractice Law - Defendants, Fort Wayne
  • AV Preeminent® Rating from Martindale-Hubbell®
  • Best Lawyers® 2024-2026
    • Litigation - Health Care
    • Medical Malpractice Law - Defendants
  • Indiana Super Lawyers®, 2017-2026
  • Indiana Super Lawyers Rising Star® 2009, 2012-2016

Education

  • J.D., cum laude, Indiana University Maurer School of Law, Bloomington, Indiana, 2001
    • Selected for the Order of Barristers
  • B.A. in American Studies, magna cum laude, Franklin College, Franklin, Indiana, 1998

Bar & Court Admissions

  • Indiana, 2001
  • U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Indiana, 2001
  • U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Indiana, 2001

Insights

Health Care

One Big Beautiful Bill, Part II

August 12, 2025

Health Care

One Big Beautiful Bill, But More

July 28, 2025

Governmental Affairs and Public Advocacy

Party Like It's July 1, 2024

June 5, 2024

Thought Leadership

Upcoming INSPECT Compliance Dates

October 28, 2018

Thought Leadership

Lights, Camera, Sanction

October 25, 2018

Thought Leadership

Dismissal of Non-Intervened Qui Tam Lawsuits

February 1, 2018

Thought Leadership

HIPAA Security...Integrity Matters

February 1, 2018

See LessSee All