Atty. Daniel D. Barker

Atty. Daniel D. Barker

Daniel D. Barker is the office managing principal of the Madison and Milwaukee, Wisconsin, offices of Jackson Lewis P.C.

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Profile Summary

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.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • 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 Practice

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

Employment Law

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

Daniel D. Barker is one of 151,622 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in Wisconsin →

Civil Litigation

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

Daniel D. Barker is one of 409,070 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Wisconsin →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Wisconsin

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.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Daniel D. Barker

Where is Daniel D. Barker's law office located?
Daniel D. Barker's law practice is located in Madison, Wisconsin. The firm is Jackson Lewis PC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Daniel D. Barker handle?
Daniel D. Barker focuses on employment, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Wisconsin.
Where did Daniel D. Barker go to law school?
Daniel D. Barker earned their education at (J.D., 1996).
How can I contact Daniel D. Barker for a consultation?
You can contact Daniel D. Barker directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has Daniel D. Barker received?
Daniel D. Barker's notable recognition includes: Best Lawyers in America — Employment Law - Management; Best Lawyers in America — Labor Law - Management; Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Labor and Employment; Best Lawyers in America — Special Focus:; Best Lawyers in America — COVID-19.

Education

J.D.
University of Wisconsin–Madison
- 1996

Awards

Best Lawyers in America — Employment Law - Management
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Labor Law - Management
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Labor and Employment
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Special Focus:
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — COVID-19
- 2026
Lawyer of the Year — Labor Law - Management (Madison)
- 2023

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