Daniel D. "Dan" Trachtman
About Daniel D. Trachtman
Daniel D. Trachtman is a lawyer based in Indianapolis, IN and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2013. Daniel D. Trachtman is recognized in the following practice areas:
- Indianapolis, Indiana
- Commercial Litigation
- Ethics and Professional Responsibility Law
- Legal Malpractice Law - Defendants
- Product Liability Litigation - Defendants
- Professional Malpractice Law - Defendants
Current Firm: Dinsmore & Shohl LLP
Education: Indiana University Maurer School of Law, graduated 1978
Location: Indianapolis, IN
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