Daniel J. "Dan" Layden
About Daniel J. Layden
Daniel J. Layden is a lawyer based in Philadelphia, PA and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2024. Daniel J. Layden is recognized in the following practice area:
- Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
- Insurance Law
Current Firm: Hangley Aronchick Segal Pudlin & Schiller
Education: Villanova University, J.D., graduated 1997
Location: Philadelphia, PA
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