KDDK Partner Shannon S. Frank has been named Evansville Lawyer of the Year for her work in Closely Held Companies and Family Businesses Law by The Best Lawyers in America©. The 2027 edition marks the 12th consecutive year Shannon has been honored by the publication in this practice area. She also has three previous honors...Read More

Partner Nicholas J. Golding has been selected by The Best Lawyers in America© for inclusion in the Evansville Ones to Watch 2027 edition for his work in both Labor and Employment Law – Management and Litigation – Labor and Employment. Nick has been recognized on the Ones to Watch list for four consecutive years. As...Read More

KDDK Co-Managing Partner Mark S. Samila has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America© 2027 Edition as Evansville “Lawyer of the Year” in two practice areas: Banking and Finance Law and Trusts and Estates. This is his second time being named in Banking and Finance Law. In addition, Mark previously earned the honor twice...Read More

KDDK Partner Jake R. Fulcher was named Evansville “Lawyer of the Year” for his work in Labor Law – Management in the 2027 edition of The Best Lawyers in America©. This is the 12th consecutive year he has been recognized by the publication in this practice area. In addition, Fulcher marks 10 consecutive years being...Read More

Three KDDK Partners have been recognized as Evansville’s “Lawyer of the Year” in their respective practice areas by The Best Lawyers in America© 2027 Edition. As the title suggests, only one attorney is recognized as the “Lawyer of the Year” for each specialty and location. Congratulations to our partners: Mark S. Samila, Shannon S. Frank, and...Read More

The Best Lawyers in America© has recognized three KDDK attorneys as Evansville’s Ones to Watch in their respective practice areas. Partner Nicholas J. Golding received the honor for his work in both Labor and Employment Law – Management as well as Litigation – Labor and Employment. Partner Joshua R. Trockman was recognized for his work...Read More

The Best Lawyers in America© and The Best Lawyers in America© Ones to Watch have included 24 KDDK attorneys among their honorees. Through an extensive peer-review process, The Best Lawyers in America compiles a list of the best attorneys in a broad range of practice areas from across their region. Attorneys may be recognized as...Read More

KDDK Associate Heather M. Lobermann has been selected for inclusion in the Rotary Club of Evansville’s 20 Under 40 Class of 2026. The program recognizes Evansville-area leaders under 40 and have exhibited leadership qualities and characteristics in their various roles throughout the Evansville community. Lobermann advises the firm’s business clients and brings a background in...Read More

As the country celebrate’s 250 years since the adoption of the Declaration of Independence, our offices will close on Friday, July 3rd. We wish our staff, clients, and friends of the firm a safe and fun-filled holiday weekend as you gather with family and friends. We will resume normal operating hours on Monday, July 6th.Read More

On July 4, 2026, the United States will celebrate 250 years since the adoption of the Declaration of Independence. That landmark document not only declared our independence and launched our nation, but also established the foundational values upon which our democracy would be built. The Declaration was more than a break from Britain—it boldly asserted...Read More