As a Partner at Carson LLP, Carrie Sheridan serves as a strategic litigation and business advisor, guiding clients through complex disputes and high-risk decisions. She is often brought in before litigation begins, offering critical insight and counsel that helps businesses navigate uncertainty and protect their interests. When matters escalate, Carrie brings a commanding presence to the courtroom, representing private companies, public entities, educational institutions, and state agencies in some of the firm’s most challenging civil lawsuits.
Her earlier experience at AM 100 and AM 200 firms sharpened her skills in high-profile, high-stakes cases, earning her a reputation for strategic thinking and powerful advocacy. Carrie earned her J.D. from The Ohio State University and her B.S. from the University of Cincinnati. She is admitted to practice in Indiana, Ohio, the U.S. District Courts for the Northern and Southern Districts of both states, and the Sixth Circuit Court of Appeals.
Recognized for her ability to lead through complexity, Carrie is known for managing multifaceted litigation with clarity, poise, and exceptional results. Her track record is built on a combination of legal skill, business-minded strategy, and deep relationships with clients who see her as an extension of their leadership team.
Every client relationship is approached as a partnership. Carrie’s focus is on understanding the full context, legal, business, and personal, to deliver solutions that are both strategic and sustainable. Whether advising on pre-litigation risk or fighting in court, she brings a meticulous and results-driven mindset. She offers aggressive representation only when necessary and always tailored to the client’s goals.
Carrie and her husband, also an attorney in Fort Wayne, live in the city with their young son. Outside the office, she enjoys spending time with her family, staying active, and supporting local causes that strengthen the Fort Wayne community.
By blending litigation excellence with trusted business advisory, Carrie helps clients move forward with clarity and confidence, even in the face of complex legal challenges. Her commitment to delivering exceptional counsel and steadfast representation continues to make her an indispensable ally to the businesses and individuals she serves.