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Daniel J. "Dan" Lueders, IP Attorney in Indianapolis, Indiana

Over 40 years of legal practice · focused on IP, Patent, and Trademark

Indianapolis, IN

Practicing ip in Indianapolis since 1986.

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Daniel J. "Dan" Lueders is an attorney based in Indianapolis, INDIANA. The practice focuses on IP, Patent, and Trademark. Daniel has over 40 years of legal experience.

Based in
Indianapolis, INDIANA
Experience
over 40 years
Known for
IP · Patent · Trademark
  • Handles IP, Patent, and Trademark matters from Indianapolis, INDIANA.
  • Over 40 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
  • Recognized with Lawyer of the Year — Litigation - Patent (Indianapolis) (2026).

About Daniel J. "Dan" Lueders: Daniel J. "Dan" Lueders is an attorney based in Indianapolis, INDIANA. The practice focuses on IP, Patent, and Trademark. Daniel has over 40 years of legal experience.

Areas of practice

Practice areas handled by Daniel J. "Dan" Lueders

Daniel concentrates on ip, patent, trademark, and trade secrets. Each area below outlines the kind of case Daniel handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

IP cases in Indianapolis, Indiana

Daniel takes ip matters in Indianapolis, Indiana. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Daniel agrees to represent you.

Patent cases in Indianapolis, Indiana

Daniel takes patent matters in Indianapolis, Indiana. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Daniel agrees to represent you.

Trademark cases in Indianapolis, Indiana

Daniel takes trademark matters in Indianapolis, Indiana. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Daniel agrees to represent you.

Trade Secrets cases in Indianapolis, Indiana

Daniel takes trade secrets matters in Indianapolis, Indiana. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Daniel agrees to represent you.

Biography

About Daniel J. "Dan" Lueders — Over 40 years of Indiana ip experience

Daniel J. "Dan" Lueders is an attorney based in Indianapolis, INDIANA. The practice focuses on IP, Patent, and Trademark. Daniel has over 40 years of legal experience.

Dan focuses primarily in litigation, licensing, mediation and IP portfolio evaluation and clearance. As a patent and trademark attorney, Dan helps clients protect their ideas and market share in the U.S. and internationally. He has represented clients in a variety of matters, including those involving industrial, medical, surgical and pharmaceutical technologies, automotive and trucking devices, wireless phone technology, computerized systems, website content, industrial chemicals, and packaging technologies. His experience includes drafting patent opinions, advice regarding lawfully designing around patents, license drafting and negotiation, merger and acquisition due diligence regarding intellectual property, and trademark searching and opinions. Dan has served as lead trial counsel for both plaintiffs and defendants in both bench trials as well as jury trials. To protect their interests in multi-million dollar cases, clients rely on Dan to build and manage their litigation teams. He has served as lead counsel for appeals of intellectual property cases and/or given oral argument before the Indiana Supreme Court, the United States Court of Appeals for the Federal, Seventh and Ninth Circuits. Dan has also served as an expert witness in patent and trade secret lawsuits. As a registered mediator, Dan specializes in the resolution of intellectual property disputes. He leverages his litigation experience to help inform disputes in matters involving patent, copyright, trade secret and trademark ownership, infringement, and licensing. Dan is a former professor of law at Indiana University Maurer School of Law teaching patent and trade secrets law, trademark law, and patent litigation. He is also a graduate of the Stanley K. Lacey Executive Leadership Series, and a former volunteer deputy prosecutor.

Working with Daniel on a ip matter

Dan focuses primarily in litigation, licensing, mediation and IP portfolio evaluation and clearance. As a patent and trademark attorney, Dan helps clients protect their ideas and market share in the U.S. and internationally. He has represented clients in a variety of matters, including those involving industrial, medical, surgical and pharmaceutical technologies, automotive and trucking devices,…

Clients Daniel works with

Daniel reviews new inquiries case-by-case for ip, patent, and trademark matters in Indianapolis and the surrounding Indiana area.

Credentials

Daniel J. "Dan" Lueders's legal education and bar admissions

  • Indiana University Bloomington

    J.D. · 1986

  • Northwestern University

    B.S. Civil Engineering · 1983

Jurisdictions

Daniel's state bar admissions

  • Indiana

    1986 · ACTIVE

Daniel studied at J.D. in Indiana University Bloomington and B.S. Civil Engineering in Northwestern University.

Law school and academic background

Daniel completed J.D. in Indiana University Bloomington and B.S. Civil Engineering in Northwestern University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Daniel runs in Indiana is where that training gets applied to real client questions.

Recognition

Awards, publications, and recognition of Daniel J. "Dan" Lueders

Daniel has received 16 formal recognitions from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.

  • Lawyer of the Year — Litigation - Patent (Indianapolis)

    2026

  • Lawyer of the Year — Trade Secrets Law (Indianapolis)

    2024

  • Lawyer of the Year — Litigation - Intellectual Property (Indianapolis)

    2022

  • Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Intellectual Property

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Patent

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Patent Law

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Trade Secrets Law

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Trademark Law

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Copyright Law

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Awards:

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — America’s Top 100 LLC America`s Top 100 High Stakes Litigators, 2018-2021

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Indiana Super Lawyers, 2004-2021

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Managing Intellectual Property IP STARS, 2016-2021

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Martindale-Hubbell Peer Review Rated AV Preeminent

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Stanley K. Lacy Executive Leadership Series, Class XIV

    2026

Legal awards and honors

Lawyer of the Year — Litigation - Patent (Indianapolis) (2026). Lawyer of the Year — Trade Secrets Law (Indianapolis) (2024). Lawyer of the Year — Litigation - Intellectual Property (Indianapolis) (2022). Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Intellectual Property (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Patent (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Patent Law (2026).

Locations

Daniel J. "Dan" Lueders's office in Indianapolis

Daniel's primary office is at 111 Monument Circle, Suite 3700, Indianapolis, Indiana, 46204-5137. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Main office

111 Monument Circle, Suite 3700

Indianapolis, Indiana 46204-5137

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Hiring guide

How to hire Daniel J. "Dan" Lueders — what to expect in your first consultation

Working with a new ip attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Daniel usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.

Consultation formats and pricing

Daniel charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Daniel's office.

What to bring to your first meeting

Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; Daniel will tell you what matters and what doesn't.

Questions to ask a ip attorney in Indianapolis, Indiana

A short list to run through before you commit: How many ip matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?

Fees & payment

Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for Daniel

Daniel discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in ip practice — ask which fits.

Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options

Every ip matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. Daniel confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.

Payment methods and payment plans

Daniel's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many ip practices work with clients on structured schedules.

Frequently asked

Frequently asked questions about Daniel J. "Dan" Lueders

  • How much does it cost to hire Daniel for a ip case?

    Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Daniel walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.

  • Does Daniel offer a free consultation?

    Daniel charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Daniel's office. Some ip attorneys offer free consults — check Daniel's current terms during booking.

  • How long do ip cases in Indiana typically take?

    Simple ip matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Daniel gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

  • Can Daniel take my case if I'm outside Indianapolis?

    Daniel is licensed in Indiana. Matters governed by Indiana law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Daniel will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.

  • What should I bring to my first meeting with Daniel?

    Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Daniel will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.

  • Is Daniel accepting new ip clients right now?

    Daniel's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.

Areas served

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