Jacob Ahler - Rensselaer, IN
Attorney at Riley & Ahler P.C.
Commercial Law Lawyers in Rensselaer, IN
209 West Washington Street Suite C Rensselaer, IN 47978
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- 1 Super Lawyers®
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10
Years
Experience
Rensselaer Commercial Law Lawyer
Updated: 03/10/2026
Areas of Practice
- Commercial Law
- Estate Planning
- Civil Litigation
- Criminal Defense
Attorney Information
Overview
Jacob Ahler is an Attorney in Rensselaer, Indiana who works in a general practice setting. Jacob primarily focuses his practice on Commercial Law, Estate Planning, Civil Litigation, and Criminal Defense. Jacob also serves as a public defender in Jasper and Tippecanoe County.
Jacob also serves a number of municipal clients in Northwestern Indiana, including serving as the County Attorney for Benton and Pulaski County Indiana.
Before practicing law as an Attorney, Jacob worked as a Certified Legal Intern for Michael Riley Esq and as an Associate Justice on the Staton Moot Court Board where he was appointed to the Order of the Barristers. Jacob received his J.D. at Indiana University and his A.B. from Wabash College. While at Wabash, Jacob was a member of the Beta Theta Pi fraternity.
Jacob is admitted to practice law in the State of Indiana, as well as the Northern Federal District in Indiana. Jacob is a member of the Indiana State Bar Association and the Jasper County Bar Association.
Prior to returning to Rensselaer, Jacob worked for the Office of the Indiana Attorney General where he investigated licensed professionals for misconduct. Jacob also worked as an assistant to U.S. Senator Richard Lugar in Washington D.C. and as a law clerk at the law firm of Spagnolo & Hoeksema LLC in Chicago, Illinois.
Jacob is a proud native of Rensselaer who decided to move back to his hometown and get involved in community improvement. Jacob serves is involved in the Knights of Columbus, Rensselaer Rotary Club, and volunteers his time with the Boy Scout Troop 152 where he earned the rank of Eagle Scout. In his free time, Jacob enjoys skiing, exercising, traveling and spending time with his family.
Awards and Honors
Honors
- Order of the Barristers
- Eagle Scout
Other Sources of Feedback About Jacob Ahler
Included on the 2026 Indiana Super Lawyers list
Past Lists
- 2025 Indiana Super Lawyers list
- 2024 Indiana Super Lawyers list
- 2023 Indiana Super Lawyers list
- 2022 Indiana Super Lawyers list
- 2021 Indiana Super Lawyers list
Education
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Legal Education
- Indiana University Robert H. McKinney School of Law, Indianapolis, Indiana
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Non Legal Education
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Wabash College
A.B.
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Wabash College
Current Employment Position(s)
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Partner
Past Positions
- Michael Riley Esq, Certified Legal Intern
- Staton Moot Court Board, Associate Justice
- Office of the Indiana Attorney General
- U.S. Senator Richard Lugar in Washington D.C., Assistant
- Spagnolo & Hoeksema LLC in Chicago, Illinois, Law Clerk
Pro Bono Activities
- Rensselaer Central School Board
- Knights of Columbus
- Rensselaer Rotary Club
- Volunteer, Boy Scout Troop 152
Bar Admissions
- Indiana
- U.S. District Court Northern District of Indiana
Other Affiliations
- Indiana State Bar Association (Member)
- Jasper County Bar Association (Member)
Fraternities and Sororities
- Beta Theta Pi
Contact
209 West Washington Street
Suite C
Rensselaer, IN 47978
Phone: 219-964-4156
Fax: 219-866-4606
Email: Send a message
Website: https://www.rileyandahlerlaw.com
Hours: Monday to Friday - 8:00 - 4:30, Saturday: By Appointment Only
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