William J. Dale

William J. Dale is a highly respected attorney based in Indianapolis, Indiana, with a distinguished career spanning over five decades. He earned his Juris Doctor from the Indiana University Robert H. McKinney School of Law and has been licensed to practice law in Indiana since that year. He also holds a Bachelor of Business Administration degree from the University of Oklahoma, which he obtained in 1964. His background as a Certified Public Accountant (inactive) complements his expertise in law, particularly in tax and estate planning matters.

Mr. Dale is a principal member of Dale & Eke, P.C., a law firm specializing in estate planning, probate administration, taxation law, and business organization. He has earned recognition as a board-certified Indiana Trust and Estate Lawyer by the Trust and Estate Specialty Board. His practice focuses on providing tailored legal solutions for individuals and businesses, ensuring compliance with tax laws, and safeguarding clients’ assets.

In addition to his legal practice, Mr. Dale has significantly contributed to the legal and financial education community. He serves as an adjunct professor at the Indiana University Robert H. McKinney School of Law, teaching courses on business and estate planning. He has also lectured at various professional programs, including those sponsored by Purdue University, the Indiana CPA Society, and the Indiana Bar Association. His insights have helped countless professionals understand complex taxation and estate planning issues.

Mr. Dale has contributed to esteemed publications, serving as the Indiana practice consultant for Matthew Bender’s Midwest Transaction Guide and as a contributing author for Indiana Estate Planning and Probate Practice. He has also provided expert articles to other professional journals.

A Fellow of both the American College of Trust and Estate Counsel and the American College of Tax Counsel, Mr. Dale is recognized as a leader in his field. His work ensures clients receive knowledgeable guidance in estate planning, business organization, and tax law. Through his dedication and expertise, he has helped individuals and businesses navigate complex legal and financial challenges effectively and ethically.

Law Office Affiliations

• Partner, Dale & Eke, PC
• Member, American Bar Association
• Member, Indiana State Bar Association
• Member, Indianapolis Bar Association
• Fellow, American College of Trust and Estate Counsel
•  Member, Estate Planning Council of Indianapolis

Licensed State

• Indiana

Education

• Indiana University Robert H. McKinney School of Law
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• Oklahoma University
  Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA)

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