Indianapolis ~ Ice Miller, a leading law firm based in Indianapolis, has announced the election of Josh Christie as its next Chief Managing Partner. The decision was made by the firm's partnership and will be effective from January 1, 2026. Christie, who is currently a partner at Ice Miller's Indianapolis office, has been a part of the firm's Business Practice Group since 2006 and also serves on its Board of Directors.

Christie will be taking over from Michael Millikan, who has served as the Chief Managing Partner for the past four years. Under Millikan's leadership, Ice Miller has experienced significant growth in terms of revenue and expansion into new locations such as Baltimore, Miami, Milwaukee, Cleveland, and Naples, Florida. He also oversaw the deal that will relocate the firm's flagship Indianapolis office to a newly constructed building in the city's thriving Bottleworks District later this decade.

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Expressing his gratitude for serving as Chief Managing Partner for the past four years, Millikan said that it has been one of the greatest honors of his career. He also expressed confidence in Christie's abilities to continue building on the success achieved in recent years and further enhance Ice Miller's legacy. On a personal level, Millikan shared his excitement to return to full-time practice representing private equity and mezzanine funds investing in great companies.

Christie brings a wealth of experience to his new role with a focus on mergers and acquisitions, corporate transactions, joint ventures, commercial agreements, and general corporate matters. He also serves as outside general counsel for various companies. His expertise spans across industries such as private equity, energy, utilities, health care, life sciences, road construction, manufacturing, distribution, food products and more.

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In response to his election as Chief Managing Partner at Ice Miller, Christie expressed his honor and gratitude for being entrusted with this responsibility by the partnership. He acknowledged that he has big shoes to fill but is determined to continue the efforts of his predecessors in taking Ice Miller to new heights. Christie also shared his excitement to work with the current management and hit the ground running on January 1.

Christie's election comes at a time when Ice Miller has recently added new leaders to its C-suite and is focusing on innovation, cutting-edge technology, and top-notch business professionals and client service. The firm will be filling the deputy ranks in the coming weeks.

Christie completed his Bachelor of Arts in anthropology from Colby College in Waterville, Maine, in 2003 with a minor in philosophy. He then returned to Indiana and earned his juris doctor, cum laude, from Indiana University Maurer School of Law in 2006.

Ice Miller is confident that Christie's leadership will continue to drive the firm's success and growth as it moves into a new era under his stewardship. With a strong track record and extensive experience, Christie is well-equipped to lead Ice Miller towards even greater achievements.

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