What We Handle

Practice Areas

Daniel focuses on five practice areas rather than spreading thin across every kind of case. That focus means deeper experience in the matters that affect people and businesses most.

01

Personal Injury

When an injury upends your income, your mobility, or your peace of mind, insurance adjusters move fast to minimize what they owe. Daniel builds cases early — securing scene evidence, medical records, and witness statements before they disappear — and negotiates from a position backed by trial-ready preparation.

  • Auto, motorcycle, and pedestrian collisions
  • Slip, trip, and premises liability claims
  • Negotiation with insurance carriers and, when necessary, litigation
02

Criminal Defense

An arrest is not a conviction. Daniel scrutinizes the state's evidence, challenges procedural missteps, and works to keep a single charge from defining a client's future — whether that means a dismissal, a favorable plea, or a not-guilty verdict at trial.

  • DUI and traffic offenses
  • Drug charges and weapons offenses
  • Assault, theft, and white-collar allegations
03

Family Law

Family cases carry weight that ordinary contract disputes don't. Daniel prioritizes clear-eyed strategy and, where possible, negotiated settlements that protect children and reduce long-term conflict — while preparing every file as if it will be tried.

  • Divorce and legal separation
  • Child custody, support, and parenting plans
  • Post-decree modifications and enforcement
04

Estate Planning

A template will downloaded online rarely matches a real family's situation. Daniel drafts plans that account for blended families, closely held businesses, and out-of-state property — then revisits them as life changes.

  • Wills and revocable living trusts
  • Powers of attorney and healthcare directives
  • Probate and estate administration
05

Business & Contracts

Most business disputes are cheaper to prevent than to litigate. Daniel reviews and drafts the agreements that hold a business together, and steps in decisively when a partner, vendor, or client stops honoring their end of the deal.

  • Entity formation and operating agreements
  • Contract drafting, review, and negotiation
  • Partnership and vendor disputes

Common Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does an initial consultation cost?
The first consultation is free for personal injury and criminal defense matters. Family law, estate planning, and business consultations are billed at a flat rate, which is applied to your case if you retain the firm.
Do you work on contingency?
Personal injury cases are handled on a contingency fee basis, meaning you pay nothing upfront and no fee unless we recover compensation on your behalf.
Which courts do you practice in?
Daniel appears regularly in the Circuit Court of Cook County and the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Illinois, and is licensed to practice throughout the state of Illinois.
How quickly can I get an appointment?
Most new clients are offered a consultation within two business days. Urgent criminal matters are prioritized and can often be scheduled the same day.

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