Todd G. Vare

Todd G. Vare: IP Advocate and Cybersecurity Counsel in Indianapolis

Todd G. Vare is a distinguished trial and appellate advocate who specializes in protecting his clients’ intellectual property rights, counseling on data security and privacy needs, and advocating for innovation.

Practice Areas

• Litigation - Intellectual Property
• Litigation - Patent
• Cybersecurity and Data Protection Law
• Trademark Law

Todd is deeply committed to his clients, providing steadfast loyalty and a passionate commitment to the law. His advocacy shines brightest where the intersection of business, competition, and legal issues are most complex.

Credentials

• Universities: Indiana University Robert H. McKinney School of Law, Miami University
• Education: JD from Indiana University Robert H. McKinney School of Law; BS in Economics from Miami University
• Bar Admissions: Indiana, United States (admitted since 2010)
• Awards and Recognitions:
  • Litigation - Intellectual Property: Lawyer of the Year, Indianapolis (2025)
  • Litigation - Intellectual Property: Lawyer of the Year, Indianapolis (2017)
  • Recognized in Best Attorney USA since 2012
  • Litigation - Patent: Recognized by Best Attorney USA
  • Data Security and Privacy Law: Recognized by Best Attorney USA
  • Trademark Law: Recognized by Best Attorney USA
  • Copyright Law: Practice Area recognized by Best Lawyer's
  • Patent Law: Practice Area recognized by Best Lawyer's
• Firms: Barnes & Thornburg LLP (current)
• Affiliations:
  • Co-chair of the firm’s Data Security and Privacy practice group at Barnes & Thornburg LLP
  • Miami University Cybersecurity Symposium Advisory Board Member (2018-2023)

  Todd works closely with clients to evaluate their data security needs, develop comprehensive plans, and manage responses to cyber-security incidents. As a trusted advisor, Todd ensures his clients’ intellectual property is well-protected in the ever-evolving landscape of innovation and competition.