Founding Partner, Railroad Attorney

Email: SDimmich@SLSGroup.Law
Direct: (765) 404-8290

Sarah combines over 20 years of specialized experience with a passion for representing railroads and the transportation industry. Her expertise spans railroad litigation and advisory services. Sarah’s litigation experience includes defending Federal Employers’ Liability Act (FELA) claims, whistle-blower suits under the Federal Railway Safety Act (FRSA), grade-crossing matters, and labor disputes.

Sarah is at home in the courtroom, with a proven track record of securing defense verdicts in state and federal courts, including complex admitted-liability cases. She complements her litigation skills with hands-on knowledge of railroad operations, having spent time in the field to understand her clients’ processes and challenges. This practical insight enhances her ability to deliver effective legal strategies.

In addition to litigation, Sarah provides advisory services for short line railroads, assisting with HR matters, and right-of-way disputes. She also offers flexible legal solutions, such as flat fee arrangements, and acts as local counsel for railroad and non-railroad clients alike.

Dedicated to delivering tailored, client-focused service, Sarah approaches each case with thorough preparation and strategic insight. In her free time, she enjoys arranging flowers, decorating, antiquing, and spending time with her family. 

Founding Partner, Litigation

Email: PJefferson@SLSGroup.Law
Direct: (317) 945-2009

Paul brings extensive experience, deep knowledge, and a creative approach to his legal practice, delivering results-driven solutions to clients in complex matters. As a seasoned attorney, Paul has served as lead counsel on hundreds of cases across state and federal courts. His areas of expertise include commercial litigation, product liability, constitutional law, construction disputes, and business advisory services.

Paul is also highly accomplished in appellate advocacy, having handled more than 70 appeals at the Indiana Court of Appeals, Indiana Supreme Court, Seventh Circuit, and even the United States Supreme Court. He is adept at managing litigation across multiple jurisdictions, guiding clients through high-stakes class actions, and serving as local counsel in intricate matters. His skill in technical depositions and expert witness management—such as deposing industry-leading academics—sets him apart in trial preparation and courtroom strategy. 

Paul’s commitment to understanding his clients’ needs ensures he provides tailored advice to mitigate risk, resolve disputes, and maximize value. Outside of work, Paul enjoys traveling, attending concerts, and spending time with his family in Zionsville, Indiana.

Founding Partner, Corporate Law

Email: EJohnson@SLSGroup.Law
Direct: (317) 410-3910

Erik empowers his business law clients to maximize their companies’ value, meet strategic goals, and minimize risk. With over 20 years of experience, Erik delivers timely and effective service by combining an in-depth understanding of business and economics with a genuine passion for law.

Erik’s practice includes business transactions, mergers and acquisitions, employment law, and business-related litigation. He offers advice on day-to-day contracts, entity formation, and employment matters, among other business law services. His experience representing buyers and sellers of businesses has included oversight and negotiation of multi-million-dollar deals in diverse industries, ranging from SaaS companies to professional services companies to manufacturing firms. 

Outside the office, Erik is a husband, father, music enthusiast, avid reader, and aspiring fly fisherman.

Partner, Litigation

Email: TBrodnik@SLSGroup.Law

Tom has practiced law for over thirty-five years, graduating summa cum laude from Indiana University- Indianapolis School of Law in 1989.  After graduation, Tom practiced in southern California, working for a large law firm, before returning to his Indiana home.  

Tom has assisted both businesses and individuals in civil and criminal litigation, representing clients in both state and federal courts. Tom has also acted as outside general counsel and provides business and corporate advice to both for profit and non-profit entities.  In addition to his extensive civil and criminal work, he is a registered civil mediator in the State of Indiana.

Tom has represented clients in diverse industries, including publishing, construction, automotive, manufacturing, healthcare, and motor sports. With the skills obtained from earning his accounting degree from Marian College, and working as an accountant for several years prior to law school, he is able to readily advise clients on general business law as well as civil and criminal tax matters.  Tom is licensed to practice in Indiana and California and has represented clients in proceedings in numerous other jurisdictions.

Tom is an avid golfer and can be regularly found on the courses around Indianapolis.