Atty. Daniel A. Cotter

Atty. Daniel A. Cotter

Daniel A. Cotter is a lawyer practicing insurance regulation, complex litigation, employment law and 9 other areas of law.

Chicago Chicago 31 Years Experience 31 year
Call (414) 373-2164

Profile Summary

About Daniel A. Cotter at a glance

Daniel A. Cotter is a Partner based in Chicago, Illinois. They have 31+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1995. Their practice focuses on contracts, employment, business, bankruptcy, and m&a. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1995). Educated at John Marshall Law School (J.D., 1995) and Monmouth College (B.A., 1989). Active member of Chicago, DuPage County, Illinois and American Bar Associations. Serves clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Daniel A. Cotter is a lawyer practicing insurance regulation, complex litigation, employment law and 9 other areas of law
  • Daniel received a B.A. degree from Monmouth College in 1989, and has been licensed for 31 years
  • Daniel practices in Chicago, IL

Practice Areas Explained

Daniel A. Cotter's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Daniel A. Cotter handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Contracts

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Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

Daniel A. Cotter is one of 151,622 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in Illinois →

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

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Bankruptcy & Debt

A bankruptcy attorney can help you eliminate debt, stop creditor harassment, and protect your home through Chapter 7 or Chapter 13.

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Mergers & Acquisitions

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Illinois

Practicing law in Illinois. Legal matters in Illinois are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Chicago are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Illinois state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Illinois brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this venue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Illinois courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Daniel A. Cotter

Where is Daniel A. Cotter's law office located?
Daniel A. Cotter's law practice is located in Chicago, Illinois. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Daniel A. Cotter handle?
Daniel A. Cotter focuses on contracts, employment, business, bankruptcy, m&a. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Daniel A. Cotter practiced law?
Daniel A. Cotter has 31+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1995.
Where did Daniel A. Cotter go to law school?
Daniel A. Cotter earned their education at (J.D., 1995); (B.A., 1989).
How can I contact Daniel A. Cotter for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
John Marshall Law School
- 1995
B.A.
Monmouth College
- 1989

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1995

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