George Horn

George E. Horn, Jr.

Partner, Pro Bono Committee Vice Chair

George Horn navigates complex litigation, steering clients through white collar criminal matters and major product liability actions. With a track record of 170+ trials since 1987, George brings battle-tested courtroom skills to each engagement, defending clients before federal and state courts across the country. His background as a prosecutor has resulted in a dual perspective that frequently proves invaluable to those he serves today. 

In the white collar arena, George's work spans Fortune 500 companies to individual clients, guiding them through investigations and prosecutions. His proactive approach to shielding cleints from attack often helps them implement preventative measures, averting legal pitfalls before they arise. This forward-thinking strategy extends to his product liability practice, where he has defended major corporations against claims nationwide.

Licensed in Indiana and Michigan, George is admitted to practice before multiple federal courts. He has defended the rights of major manufacturing companies that have faced product liability actions throughout the country. Prior to entering private practice, he was a member of the prosecution team that convicted Mike Tyson of rape and represented the company from which Timothy McVeigh and Terry Nichols stole explosives used to blow up the Oklahoma City Federal Building through the initial investigation and three trials held in federal and state courts.

George's practice reaches across state lines, demonstrating his versatility in multiple legal jurisdictions. He is a member of the core team assisting the Special Compliance Coordinator appointed by the U.S. Department of Commerce to monitor, assess and report on the U.S. export control compliance of Zhongxing Telecommunications Equipment Corporation, of Shenzhen, China, and ZTE Kangxun Telecommunications Ltd. of Hi-New Shenzhen, China (collectively, ZTE).

George also shares his insights through lectures and educational programs. His commentary on high-profile criminal cases has been featured across national media outlets—a testament to his reputation and skills.

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Legal strategy isn't just about knowing the law - it's about understanding how it applies uniquely to each client's situation."
Credentials

Education

  • Notre Dame Law School, J.D., 1987
  • University of Notre Dame, B.A., 1984

Bar Admissions

  • Indiana
  • Michigan

Court Admissions

  • U.S. Court of Appeals for the Seventh Circuit
  • U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Michigan
  • U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Texas
  • U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Indiana
  • U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Texas
  • U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Indiana
  • U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Texas
  • U.S. District Court for the Western District of Michigan
  • U.S. District Court for the Western District of Pennsylvania
  • U.S. Supreme Court
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