Scott A. Harkness

Litigation - Construction

4.0 (1 reviews)

Indianapolis, Indiana

33+ years experience

Norris Choplin Schroeder LLP

Updated: Jan 02, 2026

Contact Information

317-269-9330

https://ncs-law.com/attorneys/detail/scott-a.-harkness

101 West Ohio Street, Ninth Floor, Indianapolis, IN 46204-4213

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Bio

Scott A. Harkness is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Insurance Law, Litigation - Construction, Litigation - Environmental, Litigation - Insurance and Product Liability Litigation - Defendants.Scott A., who practices law in Indianapolis, Indiana, has been recognized since 2016. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Scott A. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area. Scott A. Harkness is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Insurance Law, Litigation - Construction, Litigation - Environmental, Litigation - Insurance and Product Liability Litigation - Defendants.Scott A., who practices law in Indianapolis, Indiana, has been recognized since 2016. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Scott A. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area. Scott A. 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 - Construction

Awards & Recognition

Lawyer of the Year: Litigation - Construction, Indianapolis (2026)
Recognized: Insurance Law
Recognized: Litigation - Construction
Recognized: Litigation - Environmental
Recognized: Litigation - Insurance
Recognized: Product Liability Litigation - Defendants

Recognized in Best Lawyers since 2016

Education

Indiana University Robert H. McKinney School of Law, J.D., graduated 1992

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Reviews

Susan Gomez

3 months ago

Expert guidance through a complex construction dispute

Our company faced a significant payment dispute with a general contractor that threatened to derail a major project. Mr. Harkness's deep experience in construction litigation was immediately evident. He navigated the complex contractual and insurance issues with a strategic, no-nonsense approach that clearly drew from his decades of practice. His recognition in this field is well-deserved. While his billing is commensurate with his expertise, and communication could occasionally lag during particularly busy periods, the outcome was excellent. He secured a favorable settlement that protected our interests completely. We felt in capable hands throughout the entire process and would confidently recommend him for similar business litigation matters.