Of Counsel
Daniel is licensed to practice in Montana and California. He received double bachelor’s degrees in international economics and communication and graduated from law school with honors and specializations in both criminal law and litigation. Daniel was a civilian contractor with the United States Coast Guard Pacific JAG Corps Office, assisting with criminal prosecutions at courts-martial and advising flag officers on maritime law enforcement policy.
Prior to relocating to Montana in 2016, Daniel worked for two large civil litigation firms in San Francisco and Sacramento, focusing primarily on personal injury and product defects litigation. Daniel has worked as a staff attorney for the State of Montana Office of the Public Defender since 2017 and continues to do so, where he practices in all courts in Northwest Montana, representing indigent defendants in both misdemeanor and serious felony matters.
Education
- Bachelor of Arts, Economics, Communications, UC Davis
- Juris Doctor (with Honors), Golden Gate University
Bar Admission
- Montana
- California
Areas of Practice
Daniel practices in all areas of criminal defense, including DUIs, misdemeanors, and serious felonies. He also handles civil litigation matters, estate planning and personal injury.
Professional and Community Activities & Honors
- Northwest Montana Bar Association, Executive Board Member
- Montana State Bar Association
- California State Bar Association
- National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers (NACDL)
- American Board of Trial Advocates (ABOTA)
- Councilman, City of Whitefish Lakeshore Protection Committee
Personal Interests
When he is not in court, Daniel is an adjunct professor of Criminal Justice at Flathead Community College, and he enjoys skiing, travel, college football, and hiking with his wife and dogs.