Cameron Fathauer is an Attorney at Schad Law, which is based in New Albany, Indiana. His legal specialties include personal injury, traumatic brain injury, medical malpractice, wrongful death, wills, trusts, and other estate-related work. Born and raised in Columbus, Indiana, he shifted from aspiring to be a minister to pursuing a career in law after a life-altering accident. A husband, father, and community leader who has overcome severe personal challenges and actively promotes mental health awareness, Cameron is a proud graduate of the Southern Baptist Theological Seminary and the Indiana University Maurer School of Law. He has also written and published articles for the American Bar Association and authored an upcoming book called Saving the Subject: How I Found You When I Almost Lost Me.

Has adversity ever thrown you a curveball that made you question everything? What if the very path you were on was suddenly shattered, forcing you to rebuild your identity from scratch? How do you find resilience when faced with the seemingly impossible?

Cameron Fathauer, a youth minister turned formidable attorney, channeled adversity into advocacy. Through a gripping recount of the accident that brought his life to a standstill, Cameron unveils the uncanny resilience that propelled him from hospital beds to law school benches. He shares the critical role of his supportive family and the intersection of personal challenges with professional ambitions. Amidst discussing legal intricacies and technological advancements, he previews his upcoming book — a quest for identity against the backdrop of personal catastrophe and recovery. We delve into his integration of deeply personal experiences with his ministry background, culminating in a unique legal practice encompassing personal injury, wills, estates, and beyond.

On this episode of Circle City Conversations, Alex Limontes interviews Cameron Fathauer, an Attorney at Schad Law, about overcoming life-changing challenges. They dive into Cameron’s transformative experience, discussing the details of his accident, the aftermath, and how it reshaped his goals. Cameron also explores the integration of AI in a legal practice, the significance of respect and authority in the law industry, and the importance of empathy in helping others.