February WLD Member of the Month: April Keaton

Member of the Month: April Keaton, Office of the Indiana Attorney General
 

You need to know WLD's February Member of the Month, April Keaton. April is a dedicated IndyBar member and a joy to speak with and learn from. She had a large role in developing the Indiana State Bar Association's Diversity Guide (coming soon) and Keeps IndyBar members connected with Marion County Bar Association events year-round. I had the joy of learning more about her over coffee and encourage you to connect with her soon!

What is your current practice? Have you always practiced this type of law?
I am a Deputy Attorney General in the Consumer Litigation Section of the Office of the Indiana Attorney General. Prior to joining the Consumer Litigation Section, I was an attorney in the Licensing Enforcement Section.

What type of bar association activities are you involved in?
In addition to being a member of the Women and the Law Division, I serve as Secretary for the Government Practice Section and Social Co-Chair for the Young Lawyers Division. I am also a current member of the IndyBar's Bar Leaders Series Class XX.

What's been your favorite bar association activity?
Bench Bar is one of my favorite events! I attended the Bench Bar Conference for the first time in 2023, and I am looking forward to going again in 2024. I also enjoyed YLD's Day at the Track. Day at the Track is a great way to enjoy racing and the Indianapolis Motor Speedway.

What are some goals you have for your career?
One career goal for me is to not limit myself to one practice area and to learn about different practice areas and ways to use my knowledge and skills as an attorney

Have you had any female mentos that helped bring you to where you are now?
Absolutely. I have been very fortunate to have fantastic women mentors throughout all of my life's stages. These women have provided advice and encouragement and have shown by example, how to live a harmonious life filled with relationships that are fulfilling and healthy.

What do you like to do outside of practicing law?
Outside the practice, I enjoy being active in IndyBar and my local bar associations. I also enjoy exercising, listening to books on Audible, watching movies, and spending time with friends.