Clients turn to Dan because he is an outstanding litigator and a trusted advisor on employment, higher education, and other issues. His deep knowledge of employment law and higher education, exceptional judgment, and strategic advice enable clients to
achieve their goals. Colleges and universities, businesses, and other clients rely on Dan’s proven litigation experience and proactive counsel on myriad issues, including: discrimination and harassment; hiring, disciplining and terminating
employees; retaliation; disability; wage and hour; and litigation avoidance. Dan’s work is regularly honored by regional and national ranking organizations. He is recognized by Chambers USA as a Leading Labor & Employment Lawyer, holds an
AV® (preeminent/highest) rating from Martindale-Hubbell®, and is listed in The Best Lawyers in America (2012-present), Midwest’s Best Lawyers (2021-prsent), Illinois Super Lawyers (2006-present), and Chicago’s Top-Rated Lawyers
(Chicago Tribune and Wall Street Journal).
Dan is a former member of the NACUA Board, has served on numerous NACUA committees, and has spoken at many NACUA and other conferences. Dan also has taught Law & Ethics in Higher Education in Northwestern University’s Masters in Higher Education
program.
Dan’s passion for service also includes serving as a Highland Park, IL City Councilperson (2011-2021). The Judges of the United States District Court for the Northern District of Illinois and the Chicago Chapter of the Federal Bar Association recognized
Dan’s dedication to service with the “Award for Excellence in Pro Bono Service” in 2010.
Dan also has held various leadership roles at Michael Best, including currently serving as Co-Chair of the Higher Education Group, previously serving as Chair of the Labor & Employment Relations Group and as a member of the Management Committee, and
serving twice as the Managing Partner of the Chicago Office. Dan served as Law Clerk to the Honorable Charles L. Levin, Michigan Supreme Court, from Fall 1986 to Fall 1987.