BLACKWELL - Key Persons

Jason R. Burke began his legal career as an Assistant State Attorney in Florida prosecuting criminal cases. After several years representing corporations in Chapter 11 Bankruptcy proceedings, Jason joined the firm in 2000 bringing additional depth in Bankruptcy and Litigation. Born in West Point, NY, Jason attended the University of Georgia for his undergraduate degree (cum laude, Phi Beta Kappa) and Washington&Lee University for his law degree (cum laude). Jason has been recognized as a "Super Lawyer" by an annual survey of peers published by Indianapolis Monthly magazine, and has the highest professional rating (AV) by Martindale Hubbell. Professional Experience Represents debtors and creditors in bankruptcy cases, including litigation involving claims of fraudulent transfers, preferences and subordination and reclassification issues Represents businesses, banks, and individuals in commercial litigation Represents financial institutions and borrowers regarding workouts, loan documentation and related business matters

Jeffrey E. Ramsey joined the firm in 1993, with several years of experience in creditor's rights. Born in Hammond, IN, Jeff received both his undergraduate and law degrees from Valparaiso University, where he served as Note Editor for the Law Review. Jeff has the highest professional rating (AV) by Martindale Hubbell and has been named one of the Best Lawyers in America from 2016 to the present, and a Indiana Super Lawyer from 2012 to present. Professional Experience Represents creditors and banks in loan workouts, restructuring, bankruptcies, foreclosures and liquidations Represents financial institutions and creditors in commercial and consumer collections cases Represents creditors in various types of commercial litigation Represents business entities in formation and dissolution Represents businesses and individuals in real estate transactions

Job Titles:

• Attorney
• Member of the Chapter 7 Panel of Bankruptcy Trustees

Sarah joined Blackwell, Burke & Ramsey, P.C. as an attorney and shareholder in 2022. Sarah works with a wide variety of clients ranging from financial institutions, agricultural lenders, business debtors, creditors' committees, shareholders, asset purchasers, small business owners, and bankruptcy trustees.  She assists her clients with addressing the complexities of financial distress and finding creative solutions to a variety of commercial disputes in an economic manner.  Sarah represents these clients in both state and federal courts and in out-of-court arrangements.  Throughout the course of her representation of these clients, Sarah regularly drafts mortgage loan documents, including loan agreements, promissory notes, deeds, mortgages, releases, and easements. Sarah also has extensive experience in review and analysis of business agreements, real estate contracts, and lease agreements. Sarah spends a significant amount of time in the agriculture and small business areas. Additionally, Sarah represents creditors, financial institutions, and other entities faced with issues arising from compliance with the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, the Fair Credit Billing Act, the Fair Credit Reporting Act, and the Equal Credit Opportunity Act. Sarah is a licensed and practicing attorney in the State of Indiana and the Commonwealth of Kentucky. In 2022, Sarah was appointed as a member of the Chapter 7 Panel of Bankruptcy Trustees for the Southern District of Indiana. Professional Experience Represents creditors and borrowers, including agricultural lenders and agricultural producers, in loan workouts, restructuring, foreclosures, and liquidations outside of court Represents creditors, debtors, and trustees in all chapters of bankruptcy cases, including in any litigation involving claims of voidable transfers, preferences, discharge and dischargeability issues, alleged tax claims, and the subordination and reclassification of claims Represents lenders and borrowers in workouts, loan documentation, and related business matters Represents financial institutions, businesses, and individuals in commercial and consumer collections cases Represents business owners, including agricultural producers, in mergers, acquisitions, asset sales, purchases, services contracts, real estate transactions, and exit planning Represents businesses, lenders, and individuals in a variety of commercial litigation

Job Titles:

• Civil Mediator

Thomas B. Blackwell joined the firm in 2002, bringing a wealth of transaction and litigation experience. Born in Indianapolis, IN, Tom attended Vanderbilt University for his undergraduate degree and Indiana University School of Law for his J.D. Tom has the highest professional rating (AV) by Martindale Hubbell. Professional Experience Represents businesses and individuals in employment matters, with an emphasis on covenants not to compete, covenants not to solicit, employment agreements, compensation plans and employee handbooks. Represents businesses and individuals in commercial litigation involving breach of contract, shareholder disputes, trade secrets violations, employment litigation, EEOC claims, trucking litigation. Represents business owners in mergers, acquisitions, asset sales, purchases, services contracts, real estate transactions, and exit planning. Represents financial institutions and borrowers in loan transactions. Represents bonding companies in performance and construction bonds. Represents logistics companies in Third Party Logistics Agreements, Broker/Carrier Agreements, Shipper/Broker Agreements, and Shipper/Carrier Agreements. Represents Auto Racing Team and Drivers in contractual transactions and disputes. Adjunct professor teaching secured transactions at McKinney School of Law.