Atty. Daniel E. Coots

Atty. Daniel E. Coots

Dan Coots is a partner at Coots, Henke & Wheeler, P.C. Dan joined the firm in 1999, when he was admitted to the Indiana Bar.

Carmel Carmel 27 Years Experience 27 year
Call (463) 293-9006

Profile Summary

About Daniel E. Coots at a glance

Daniel E. Coots is a Member based in Carmel, Indiana, practicing at Coots, Henke & Wheeler Attorneys at Law, P.C.. They have 27+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1999. Their practice focuses on estate planning, business, real estate, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Indiana (1999), U.S. District Court Northern District of Indiana (1999), and U.S. District Court Southern District of Indiana (1999). Educated at Indiana University, Bloomington, Indiana (B.S. Business, 1995). Recognitions include Peer Reviewed. Serves clients in Carmel, IN and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Dan Coots is a partner at Coots, Henke & Wheeler, P.C
  • Dan joined the firm in 1999, when he was admitted to the Indiana Bar
  • Dan is licensed to practice in the State of Indiana and U.S
  • District Courts for the Northern and Southern Districts of Indiana
  • Dan received his undergraduate degree in Business-Marketing from the Indiana University Kelley School of Business and his Doctor of Jurisprudence from the Indiana University School of Law, Indianapolis
  • Dan concentrates his law practice in the corporate/business law, real estate transactions, and estate planning and probate administration areas
  • Dan's corporate/ business law practice includes assisting his clients in many different types of transactions involving mergers and acquisitions, covenants not to compete, shareholder buyouts and disputes, employment contracts and wage claims, and other general contract needs
  • In addition, Dan assists his clients with the formation, organizational, and management needs of his client's business, as well as business succession planning for closely held business entities
  • Dan's estate planning practice includes assisting his clients with their estate planning needs at the various stages of their lives, from the newly married couple with small children to those clients with more advanced estate tax planning needs
  • His estate and trust administration practice covers all administration areas, including the preparation of income and transfer tax returns
  • Dan is a member of the Indianapolis, Hamilton County, Indiana State, and American Bar Associations

Professional Associations

Indianapolis Bar Association Member Hamilton County Bar Association Member Indiana State Bar Association Member American Bar Association Member

Practice Areas Explained

Daniel E. Coots's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Daniel E. Coots handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Estate Planning & Probate

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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Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

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Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

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Civil Litigation

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Jurisdictional Context

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 Carmel 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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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Daniel E. Coots

Where is Daniel E. Coots's law office located?
Daniel E. Coots's law practice is located in Carmel, Indiana. The firm is Coots, Henke & Wheeler Attorneys at Law, P.C.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Daniel E. Coots handle?
Daniel E. Coots focuses on estate planning, business, real estate, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Indiana.
How long has Daniel E. Coots practiced law?
Daniel E. Coots has 27+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1999.
Where did Daniel E. Coots go to law school?
Daniel E. Coots earned their education at (B.S. Business, 1995).
How can I contact Daniel E. Coots for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Daniel E. Coots received?
Daniel E. Coots's notable recognition includes: Peer Reviewed.

Education

B.S. Business
Indiana University, Bloomington, Indiana
- 1995

Awards

Peer Reviewed

Bar Admissions

Indiana
Admitted: 1999
U.S. District Court Northern District of Indiana
Admitted: 1999
U.S. District Court Southern District of Indiana
Admitted: 1999

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