Attorney

Shannon A. Middleton

Business Law, Employment Law

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About

Shannon’s legal career practicing business law spans more than two decades in a variety of areas, including general corporate, employment, mergers and acquisitions, and financial transactions.  Her creativity is especially valuable in drafting contracts and agreements to address the unique situations that a diverse client group brings.  Shannon enjoys creating clear and concise legal documents for business deals and helping employers navigate complex employment situations, such as medical leaves, terminations, and disability accommodations.

Education

Shannon received her undergraduate degree from Purdue University, Krannert School of Management, prior to attending Indiana University Robert H. McKinney School of Law, where she was the Executive Notes Editor for the International and Comparative Law Review. 

Community

Shannon is a member of the Grants Board of North Central Health Services, and is involved with K-Love Radio, a not-for-profit broadcasting ministry.  She enjoys biking, reading, and spending time with her family.

Areas of Focus

Practice Areas
Capabilities

Successes

M&A

Negotiating and closing the sale of assets of an insurance company in exchange for cash and equity in the purchaser
Mergers & Acquisitions

M&A

M&A Negotiating and closing the sale of the ownership interest in a software as a service company with an escrow fund available for indemnification claims for one year post-closing
Mergers & Acquisitions

M&A

M&A Negotiating and closing the sale of stock in a supply company with a long-term employment contract
Mergers & Acquisitions

Employment Law

Creating employee handbooks for employers operating in multiple states
Employment Law

Employment Law

Assisting businesses with COVID-19 policies and questions
Employment Law

Banking Law

Drafting loan documents for multi-million dollar revolving and term loans secured by various collateral, including real estate and personal property in several states, ownership interests in the borrower, and life insurance
Real Estate Law

Banking Law

Reviewing bank loan document standard forms to advise on how documents apply to specific lending situations
Business Law

Banking Law

Reviewing title and survey on commercial real estate loans
Real Estate Law

Banking Law

Negotiating and revising subordination agreements
Business Law

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