Atty. Daniel Ackerman

Atty. Daniel Ackerman

Daniel Ackerman is a lawyer practicing litigation, criminal defense, general practice and 2 other areas of law. Daniel received a B.A. degree from Columbia University in 1995, and has been licensed for 25 years.

Washington Washington 25 Years Experience 25 year
Call (202) 367-9055

Profile Summary

About Daniel Ackerman at a glance

Daniel Ackerman is a criminal defense, litigation, and appellate attorney based in Washington, District of Columbia. They have 25+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2001. Admitted to practice in California (2001). Educated at University of Southern California (J.D., 2000) and Columbia University (B.A., 1995). Serves clients in Washington, DC and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Daniel Ackerman is a lawyer practicing litigation, criminal defense, general practice and 2 other areas of law
  • Daniel received a B.A. degree from Columbia University in 1995, and has been licensed for 25 years
  • Daniel practices in Washington, DC

Practice Areas Explained

Daniel Ackerman's Areas of Practice

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

Criminal Defense

A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.

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Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

Daniel Ackerman is one of 409,070 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in District of Columbia →

Appellate Practice

Appellate attorneys for civil and criminal appeals at state and federal court.

Daniel Ackerman is one of 77,587 appellate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse appellate attorneys in District of Columbia →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in District of Columbia

Practicing law in District of Columbia. Legal matters in District of Columbia are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Washington are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate District of Columbia state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in District of Columbia 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 District of Columbia courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Daniel Ackerman

Where is Daniel Ackerman's law office located?
Daniel Ackerman's law practice is located in Washington, District of Columbia. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Daniel Ackerman handle?
Daniel Ackerman focuses on criminal defense, litigation, appellate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in District of Columbia.
How long has Daniel Ackerman practiced law?
Daniel Ackerman has 25+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2001.
Where did Daniel Ackerman go to law school?
Daniel Ackerman earned their education at (J.D., 2000); (B.A., 1995).
How can I contact Daniel Ackerman for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
University of Southern California
- 2000
B.A.
Columbia University
- 1995

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 2001

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