Jeffrey D. "Jeff" Featherstun
About Jeffrey D. Featherstun
Jeffrey D. Featherstun is a lawyer based in Indianapolis, IN and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2013. Jeffrey D. Featherstun is recognized in the following practice areas:
- Indianapolis, Indiana
- Insurance Law
- Litigation - Environmental
- Litigation - Insurance
Current Firm: Plews Shadley Racher & Braun LLP
Education: The University of Michigan Law School, J.D., graduated 1993
Location: Indianapolis, IN
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