Daniel W. " Dan" Luther
About Daniel W. Luther
Daniel W. Luther is a lawyer based in Chicago, IL and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2008. Daniel W. Luther is recognized in the following practice areas:
- Chicago, Illinois
- Litigation - Trusts and Estates
- Sports Law
- Trusts and Estates
Current Firm: Mayer Brown
Education: Georgetown University, J.D., graduated 1986
Location: Chicago, IL
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