Jennifer E. Norton
Top rated Estate Planning & Probate attorney in Indianapolis, Indiana
Norton Estate Planning and Elder Law Firm, LLC
Practice Areas: Estate Planning & Probate, Elder Law; view more
Licensed in Indiana since: 2009
Education: Indiana University Maurer School of Law
Selected to Rising Stars: 2019 - 2023 Call today:
317-572-8696
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Attorney Jennifer E. Norton is the founder and owner of the Norton Estate Planning & Elder Law Firm, LLC, in Indianapolis, Indiana. Serving individuals and families throughout the greater Indianapolis metro region and surrounding areas, Ms. Norton focuses her practice solely on estate planning and elder law. Over the course of her more than 11 years in practice, she has achieved notable success helping her clients protect themselves and their assets for the future while assisting them in creating lasting legacies for their heirs and loved ones.
A highly personable and compassionate attorney, Ms. Norton treats all she serves as a member of her own family, and she finds great reward in being able to guide her clients to the most effective solutions that will help them achieve their goals and safeguard their interests. A native of Indianapolis, she received her Bachelor of Science in Finance from Indiana University-Bloomington, and in 2008, she obtained her Juris Doctor from Maurer School of Law.
Throughout the course of her practice, Ms. Norton has maintained active involvement with the National Network of Estate Planning Attorneys. Through her membership with the organization, she has gained invaluable training in estate and tax planning and other areas that help her better serve her clients. She is also a member of the Indiana State and Indianapolis Bar Associations and the Marion County Bar Association.
Along with helping her clients establish their wills, trusts, powers of attorney and other estate planning instruments, she has proven herself an invaluable resource to estate administrators during probate. She also has extensive experience handling financial issues for the elderly. Furthermore, recognized for her success, she has earned numerous accolades from her peers along with many positive reviews and referrals from her satisfied clients.
Practice areas
Estate Planning & Probate, Elder LawFocus areas
Estate Planning, Guardianships & Conservatorships, Living Wills, Power of Attorney, Probate & Estate Administration, Trusts, Wills
- 90% Estate Planning & Probate
- 10% Elder Law
First Admitted: 2009, Indiana
Professional Webpage: http://www.estate-planners.org/who-we-are/
Bar/Professional Activity:
- Indiana State Bar Association
- National Network of Estate Planning Attorneys
- Marion County Bar Association
- Indianapolis Bar Association
Pro bono/Community Service:
- Vice President, African American Legacy Fund of Indianapolis The African American Legacy Fund of Indianapolis is a collective philanthropic initiative working to improve life-affirming outcomes for African Americans in our community. We will do this by raising awareness and advocating on issues affecting the African-American community, developing civic leaders, cultivating donors, making charitable investments in our community and building philanthropic assets. To promote philanthropy and harness the collective power of African Americans to positively impact our community. OUR VISION To inspire a spirit of giving that will uplift and move the social, mental and economic state of African Americans forward., 2024
- Assistant Secretary, National Bar Association The National Bar Association is the nation’s oldest and largest global network of predominantly Black American attorneys and judges. The NBA represents the interests of approximately 67,000 lawyers, judges, law professors, and law students., 2024
- Vice Chair, National Bar Association: Real Property, Trusts & Estates Section The National Bar Association is the nation’s oldest and largest global network of predominantly Black American attorneys and judges. The NBA represents the interests of approximately 67,000 lawyers, judges, law professors, and law students., 2024
- President, Marion County Citizens Police Complaint Board The Citizens Police Complaint Board considers all complaints which it deems appropriate to process and review, sets rules for governance, and establishes procedures for processing complaints and ensuring notification of citizens. The Citizens' Police Complaint Board (CPCB) reviews complaints brought to the attention of the Citizens’ Police Complaint Office (CPCO). The board is made up of nine voting members and three non-voting police officers for a total of 12 members. The Mayor appoints three members and one IMPD member, the City-County Council appoints six members and one IMPD member and the Fraternal Order of Police appoints one member. Non-IMPD members are appointed to three-year terms and must complete 20 hours of training in police procedures and 16 hours of ride-alongs with an IMPD officer per year. , 2023
- Vice Chair, National Bar Association: Real Property, Trusts & Estates Section The National Bar Association is the nation’s oldest and largest global network of predominantly Black American attorneys and judges. The NBA represents the interests of approximately 67,000 lawyers, judges, law professors, and law students., 2023
- Board Member at-Large, African American Legacy Fund of Indianapolis The African American Legacy Fund of Indianapolis is a collective philanthropic initiative working to improve life-affirming outcomes for African Americans in our community. We will do this by raising awareness and advocating on issues affecting the African-American community, developing civic leaders, cultivating donors, making charitable investments in our community and building philanthropic assets. To promote philanthropy and harness the collective power of African Americans to positively impact our community. OUR VISION To inspire a spirit of giving that will uplift and move the social, mental and economic state of African Americans forward., 2023
- President, Marion County Citizens Police Complaint Board The Citizens Police Complaint Board considers all complaints which it deems appropriate to process and review, sets rules for governance, and establishes procedures for processing complaints and ensuring notification of citizens. The Citizens' Police Complaint Board (CPCB) reviews complaints brought to the attention of the Citizens’ Police Complaint Office (CPCO). The board is made up of nine voting members and three non-voting police officers for a total of 12 members. The Mayor appoints three members and one IMPD member, the City-County Council appoints six members and one IMPD member and the Fraternal Order of Police appoints one member. Non-IMPD members are appointed to three-year terms and must complete 20 hours of training in police procedures and 16 hours of ride-alongs with an IMPD officer per year. , 2022
- Vice Chair, National Bar Association: Real Property, Trusts & Estates Section The National Bar Association is the nation’s oldest and largest global network of predominantly Black American attorneys and judges. The NBA represents the interests of approximately 67,000 lawyers, judges, law professors, and law students., 2022
- Board Member at-Large, African American Legacy Fund of Indianapolis The African American Legacy Fund of Indianapolis is a collective philanthropic initiative working to improve life-affirming outcomes for African Americans in our community. We will do this by raising awareness and advocating on issues affecting the African-American community, developing civic leaders, cultivating donors, making charitable investments in our community and building philanthropic assets. To promote philanthropy and harness the collective power of African Americans to positively impact our community. OUR VISION To inspire a spirit of giving that will uplift and move the social, mental and economic state of African Americans forward., 2021
- Board Member, Marion County Citizens Police Complaint Board The Citizens Police Complaint Board considers all complaints which it deems appropriate to process and review, sets rules for governance, and establishes procedures for processing complaints and ensuring notification of citizens. The Citizens' Police Complaint Board (CPCB) reviews complaints brought to the attention of the Citizens’ Police Complaint Office (CPCO). The board is made up of nine voting members and three non-voting police officers for a total of 12 members. The Mayor appoints three members and one IMPD member, the City-County Council appoints six members and one IMPD member and the Fraternal Order of Police appoints one member. Non-IMPD members are appointed to three-year terms and must complete 20 hours of training in police procedures and 16 hours of ride-alongs with an IMPD officer per year. , 2021
- Board Member, Marion County Citizens Police Complaint Board The Citizens Police Complaint Board considers all complaints which it deems appropriate to process and review, sets rules for governance, and establishes procedures for processing complaints and ensuring notification of citizens. The Citizens' Police Complaint Board (CPCB) reviews complaints brought to the attention of the Citizens’ Police Complaint Office (CPCO). The board is made up of nine voting members and three non-voting police officers for a total of 12 members. The Mayor appoints three members and one IMPD member, the City-County Council appoints six members and one IMPD member and the Fraternal Order of Police appoints one member. Non-IMPD members are appointed to three-year terms and must complete 20 hours of training in police procedures and 16 hours of ride-alongs with an IMPD officer per year. , 2020
Honors/Awards:
- The National Bar Association (“NBA”) is pleased to announce the 2024 recipients of its “40 Under 40: Nation’s Best Advocates” awards. The awards recognize the nation’s top 40 lawyers under the age of 40 who exemplify a broad range of high achievement in the legal field, including in advocacy, innovation, vision, leadership, and overall legal and community involvement. “As one of the oldest and strongest distinguished bar associations in the world, this prestigious award given annually recognizes the nation’s most brilliant, fearless, and determined advocates under the age of 40 who fight for equal justice under law and advance the causes of justice, equality, professionalism and community service,” says Dominique D. Calhoun, National Bar Association President. “We look forward to witnessing more of the extraordinary work that these amazing leaders will do in improving access to justice for disenfranchised communities and furthering the NBA’s legacy of speaking truth to power against all forms of injustice. These young leaders will undoubtedly continue to make the NBA proud.” The final selections represent a cross-section of legal professionals, including attorneys from big, medium, and small firms, solo and industry practitioners, government attorneys, judges, academicians, corporate counsels, elected officials, and various other attorneys, all of whom are using their degrees in innovative and community-impacting ways., The National Bar Association's Top 40 Under 40: Nation's Best Advocate Award, https://mailchi.mp/nationalbar/40under40winners, 2024
- Every year, Super Lawyers evaluates lawyers across the country for its annual list of top attorneys. Each candidate is measured against 12 indicators of peer recognition and professional achievement., Rising Star, Super Lawyers, 2022
- Every year, Super Lawyers evaluates lawyers across the country for its annual list of top attorneys. Each candidate is measured against 12 indicators of peer recognition and professional achievement., Rising Star, Super Lawyers, 2021
- Every year, Super Lawyers evaluates lawyers across the country for its annual list of top attorneys. Each candidate is measured against 12 indicators of peer recognition and professional achievement., Rising Star, Super Lawyers, 2020
- Recognizing Jennifer's committment to educating the community on how proper estate planning can positively impact one's financial future and create generational wealth., Breakthrough Woman Award: Economic Development, Indianapolis 100 Black Women, 2019
- Every year, Super Lawyers evaluates lawyers across the country for its annual list of top attorneys. Each candidate is measured against 12 indicators of peer recognition and professional achievement., Rising Star, Super Lawyers, 2019
Educational Background:
- Indiana University-Bloomington, Bachelor of Science, Finance
Industry Groups:
- Medicaid
Office location for Jennifer E. Norton
3750 N. Meridian Street
Suite 300
Indianapolis, IN 46208
Phone: 317-572-8696
Selections
5 Years Rising Stars
- Rising Stars: 2019 - 2023
