Tracy Knox

Tracy D. Knox

Of Counsel (Retired)

Tracy Knox leads complex product liability, commercial, and real estate litigation in state and federal courts across the country. He excels in defending product manufacturers faced with major fire and explosion lawsuits, as well as in resolving real property and business valuation disputes. Tracy's experience includes representing the world's largest home appliance manufacturer in product liability claims across the U.S. and Canada.

Tracy's practice includes defending litigation claims involving various home appliances, ranging from dryers and washers to microwave ovens and refrigeration units. These cases often involve significant property damage, personal injuries, and even wrongful death. His approach to litigation combines pre-suit resolution strategies with trial and appellate experience, resulting in more comprehensive representation for those he serves.

As a West Point graduate and former Army company commander, Tracy brings leadership skills and strategic thinking abilities to litigation defense. He collaborates closely with engineers and experts to develop strong, persuasive arguments. Tracy's military background instilled in him the importance of understanding a client's business model and aligning legal strategies with both internal and external operational imperatives.

Tracy's legal career began in the U.S. Army's Judge Advocate General's Corps, where he prosecuted military courts-martial and federal felony cases. This experience, combined with his subsequent work in product liability litigation, honed his skills in complex case management and courtroom advocacy.

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My goal is to align legal strategies with my client's business objectives, ensuring we're not just winning cases, but advancing their overall interests."
Credentials

Education

  • Notre Dame Law School, J.D., 1991, summa cum laude, member of Notre Dame Law Review, Dean Joseph O’Meara Award for outstanding academic achievement
  • United States Military Academy at West Point, B.S., international affairs, 1984

Bar Admissions

  • Indiana
  • Michigan

Court Admissions

  • U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fourth Circuit
  • U.S. Court of Appeals for the Seventh Circuit
  • U.S. Court of Appeals for the Sixth Circuit
  • U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Indiana
  • U.S. District Court for the Western District of Michigan
  • U.S. Supreme Court
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