Securities Lawyer in Indiana

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Acquisition Stars advises buyers and sellers on securities lawyer matters across Indiana.

Serving 1 market across Indiana.

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Donald Hateley, Of Counsel for securities law at Acquisition Stars

Donald Hateley

Of Counsel, Securities Law | Acquisition Stars

Donald Hateley serves as Of Counsel to Acquisition Stars for securities law matters. His background includes advising public and private companies on securities transactions, corporate finance, and corporate governance, including public and private equity and debt financings. Admitted to the California bar in 1993, he is a graduate of the University of Southern California Marshall School of Business and Southwestern Law School.

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Securities Lawyer Practice in Indiana

Acquisition Stars advises buyers and sellers on securities lawyer matters across Indiana. Donald Hateley serves as Of Counsel to Acquisition Stars and handles the securities law work. Alex Lubyansky leads the M&A work, with an associate supporting the engagement.

Indiana Transaction Considerations

  • Indiana's gaming industry is heavily regulated by the Indiana Gaming Commission, which must approve any change of control of a gaming license holder
  • Indiana's low corporate income tax rate (4.9%) and lack of a separate franchise tax make it a cost-effective jurisdiction for certain deal structures
  • Indiana law restricts physician non-competes, which is particularly relevant for healthcare practice acquisitions

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Securities Lawyer Service Areas in Indiana

Acquisition Stars represents clients in each of the following markets. Click any city to learn about securities law services in that area.

Indianapolis

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Indiana Legal Framework for Securities Law

Non-Compete Agreements

Enforceable with blue-pencil modification. Physician non-competes restricted.

Enforceable under common law if reasonable. Indiana courts apply the "blue pencil" doctrine, allowing modification of overbroad restrictions. Indiana enacted a physician non-compete restriction (effective July 1, 2020) limiting enforcement against physicians. For other employees, reasonableness factors include time (typically 1-2 years), geography, and scope of restricted activity.

Tax Considerations

Indiana imposes a flat 4.9% corporate income tax. The state uses single-factor sales apportionment with market-based sourcing. Indiana conforms to most federal tax provisions. No separate franchise tax applies.

Filing Requirements

Entity mergers and conversions require filing with the Indiana Secretary of State, Business Services Division. Annual business entity reports are required. Regulated industry acquisitions (gaming, utilities, insurance) require separate agency approvals.

Bulk Sales / Asset Purchases

Indiana has repealed UCC Article 6 (Bulk Sales). The Indiana Department of Revenue may pursue successor liability claims against asset purchasers for the seller's unpaid taxes. Buyers should request a tax clearance letter (Form BC-100) before closing.

Other M&A and Securities Services in Indiana

Acquisition Stars handles M&A transactions for Indiana clients and works with securities counsel on securities matters. Alex Lubyansky leads every M&A engagement.

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Donald Hateley serves as Of Counsel to Acquisition Stars and handles the securities law work. Alex Lubyansky leads the M&A work, with an associate supporting the engagement.

M&A counsel since 2013. Nationwide practice. LOI through closing.

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We review every transaction inquiry within one business day.

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