Atty. Daniel D. Barker
Daniel D. Barker is the office managing principal of the Madison and Milwaukee, Wisconsin, offices of Jackson Lewis P.C.
Employment Law Management & More Attorney · Serving Madison, WI
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About Daniel D. Barker at a Glance
Daniel D. Barker is a employment and litigation attorney based in Madison, Wisconsin, practicing at Jackson Lewis PC. Educated at University of Wisconsin–Madison (J.D., 1996). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Employment Law - Management (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Labor Law - Management (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Labor and Employment (2026). Serves clients in Madison, WI and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Daniel D. Barker
- Daniel D. Barker is the office managing principal of the Madison and Milwaukee, Wisconsin, offices of Jackson Lewis P.C
- He represents employers in all labor and employment law matters
- Daniel has successfully defended clients in discrimination claims before courts and administrative agencies, as well as worked with employers to find creative and cost-effective solutions to their most difficult labor and employment-related legal challenges
- His experience includes guiding employers through union-related challenges and all traditional labor matters, including strikes, collective bargaining, arbitrations, organizing campaigns, elections, and cases before the National Labor Relations Board
- defending employers as lead counsel in employment discrimination and harassment cases, including complex class action and high-profile discrimination cases
- counseling and advising employers on performance management, disciplinary and discharge decisions, reductions in force, disability law compliance issues, internal investigations, and enforceability of post-employment restrictive covenants
- helping employers comply with state and federal wage and hour requirements, including collective action matters and investigations involving administrative agencies
- training supervisors and managers to implement and administer proper harassment and fair employment policies and practices
Practice Areas Explained
Daniel D. Barker's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Daniel D. Barker handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Madison.
Employment Law in Madison
Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.
Daniel D. Barker is one of 167,770 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in Wisconsin →
Civil Litigation in Madison
Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
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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 D. Barker
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 D. Barker's practice in the field of employment and litigation.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering employment and litigation, Daniel D. Barker 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 D. Barker 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 D. Barker Handles in Madison
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Daniel D. Barker 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.
This list is illustrative, not exhaustive. Contact Daniel D. Barker directly to discuss the specifics of your situation.
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