Atty. Daniel A. Macdonald
Daniel A. Macdonald is a lawyer practicing personal injury, products liability, commercial litigation and 6 other areas of law.
Commercial Litigation & More Attorney · Serving Madison, WI · 56+ Years Experience
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About Daniel A. Macdonald at a Glance
Daniel A. Macdonald is a Member based in Madison, Wisconsin, practicing at Mohs, MacDonald, Widder, Paradise & Van Note. They have 56+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1970. Their practice focuses on personal injury, business, product liability, litigation, and civil rights. Admitted to practice in Wisconsin (1970). Educated at University of Wisconsin-Madison (J.D., 1970) and University of Wisconsin-Madison B.B.A. (—). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Serves clients in Madison, WI and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Daniel A. Macdonald
- Daniel A. Macdonald is a lawyer practicing personal injury, products liability, commercial litigation and 6 other areas of law
- Daniel received a B.B.A. degree from University of Wisconsin-Madison, and has been licensed for 56 years
- Daniel practices at Mohs, MacDonald, Widder, Paradise & Van Note in Madison, WI
Practice Areas Explained
Daniel A. Macdonald's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Daniel A. Macdonald handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Madison.
Personal Injury in Madison
Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.
Daniel A. Macdonald is one of 262,557 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Wisconsin →
Business & Corporate Law in Madison
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
Daniel A. Macdonald is one of 497,491 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Wisconsin →
Product Liability in Madison
Daniel A. Macdonald is one of 65,610 product liability attorneys indexed nationally. Browse product liability attorneys in Wisconsin →
Civil Litigation in Madison
Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
Daniel A. Macdonald is one of 450,751 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Wisconsin →
Civil Rights in Madison
Civil rights attorneys for discrimination, police misconduct, constitutional rights, and civil liberties cases.
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Madison
Practicing law in Wisconsin. Legal matters in Wisconsin are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Madison are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Wisconsin state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Wisconsin 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 Wisconsin courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
Madison Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Madison-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Madison Choose Daniel A. Macdonald
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Daniel A. Macdonald's practice in the field of personal injury, business, product liability, litigation, and civil rights.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Daniel A. Macdonald brings 56+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering personal injury, business, and product liability, Daniel A. Macdonald can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Madison
A Madison-based practice means Daniel A. Macdonald attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues Daniel A. Macdonald Handles in Madison
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Daniel A. Macdonald has experience with under Wisconsin law. If your situation involves one of these case categories, this attorney may be well positioned to help you understand your options.
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