Atty. C. Daniel Yates
Dan Yates is of counsel to Bose McKinney & Evans and a member of the Estate and Wealth Transfer Planning Group. Dan counsels families, business owners, corporate executives and other individuals and businesses to formulate and achieve financial objectives.
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C. Daniel Yates is a Partner based in Indianapolis, Indiana, practicing at Bose McKinney & Evans LLP. They have 53+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1973. Their practice focuses on trusts, probate, estate planning, estate tax, and estate litigation. Admitted to practice in Indiana (1973). Educated at Indiana University Maurer School of Law - Bloomington (J.D., 1973) and Indiana University (A.B. Indiana, 1969). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Vincent Hospital Foundation (Board of Directors and secretary) Central Indiana Community Foundation, Inc, (Planned Giving Advisory Board) Noble of Indiana (Planned Giving Advisory Board) Hoosier Art Salon (Board of Directors) D, and J. Serves clients in Indianapolis, IN and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About
- Dan Yates is of counsel to Bose McKinney & Evans and a member of the Estate and Wealth Transfer Planning Group
- Dan counsels families, business owners, corporate executives and other individuals and businesses to formulate and achieve financial objectives
- He provides clients with counsel regarding taxation, probate, philanthropic giving and other estate planning or business succession planning issues
- Dan has practiced law since 1973 and is a Board Certified Indiana Trust & Estate Lawyer, certified by the Trust & Estate Specialty Board
- He also is a fellow of the American College of Trust and Estate Counsel (ACTEC)
- He is extremely involved in many additional professional, civic and charitable organizations, and has received various awards, both for his professional qualifications and for his commitment to the community
- In September 2024, Dan was awarded Indiana’s highest honor - a Sagamore of the Wabash - by Governor Eric Holcomb
- Honors / Awards Best Lawyers 2014, 2019 Indianapolis Non-Profit / Charities Lawyer of the Year
- The Best Lawyers in America (2008-2026)
- Indiana Super Lawyers 2011-2022 (Estate Planning & Probate)
- AV Peer Review rated by Martindale-Hubbell
- Indiana University Presidents Circle (2018)
- IUPUI Herron School of Art and Design Spirit of Philanthropy Award (2016)
- FIVE STAR Best in Client Satisfaction Wealth Manager Award (2013, 2012, 2009, 2008)
- Dean’s Advisory Council, Indiana University Herron School of Art and Design (2010)
- Indiana Lawyer‘s “Leadership in Law” Distinguished Barrister (2010)
- Distinguished fellow of the Indianapolis Bar Association Award (2009)
- Princeton Premier Business Leaders & Professionals Award (2009)
- co-chair of Indianapolis Symphony Orchestra Gala on September 26, 2009
- Worth’s Top 100 Attorneys in the Nation (2006-2009)
- Indiana University School of Law - Bloomington, Distinguished Service Award (2006)
- Strathmore’s Who’s Who
- Marquis Who’s Who (2008)
- Top Lawyers in America by Indiana Business Magazine (2008)
- The National Registry of Who’s Who
- Outstanding Lawyers of America
- fellow, Indiana Bar Foundation
- Volunteer Fundraiser of the Year presented by the Association of Fundraising Professionals (2007)
- Partner in Philanthropy Award sponsored by the Central Indiana Community Foundation, Inc
- Seton Society of the St. Vincent Foundation
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An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.
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Why local counsel matters in Indiana
Practicing law in Indiana. Legal matters in Indiana are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Indianapolis are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Indiana state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Indiana brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this venue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Indiana courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
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