Atty. Daniel D Swanson
Daniel D Swanson is a lawyer practicing commercial litigation, employment relations law, discrimination law and 6 other areas of law. Daniel received a B.G.S. degree from University of Michigan in 1974, and has been licensed for 48 years.
Commercial Litigation & More Attorney · Serving Southfield, MI · 48+ Years Experience
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About Daniel D Swanson at a Glance
Daniel D Swanson is a Senior Shareholder & Chairman, Board of Directors based in Southfield, Michigan, practicing at Sommers, Schwartz, P.C.. They have 48+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1978. Their practice focuses on contracts, employment, business, litigation, and civil rights. Admitted to practice in Michigan (1978). Educated at University of Michigan Law School (J.D., 1978) and University of Michigan (B.G.S., 1974). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serves clients in Southfield, MI and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Daniel D Swanson
- Daniel D Swanson is a lawyer practicing commercial litigation, employment relations law, discrimination law and 6 other areas of law
- Daniel received a B.G.S. degree from University of Michigan in 1974, and has been licensed for 48 years
- Daniel practices at Sommers, Schwartz, P.C. in Southfield, MI
Practice Areas Explained
Daniel D Swanson's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Daniel D Swanson handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Southfield.
Contracts in Southfield
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Employment Law in Southfield
Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.
Daniel D Swanson is one of 167,770 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in Michigan →
Business & Corporate Law in Southfield
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
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Civil Litigation in Southfield
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Civil Rights in Southfield
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Southfield
Practicing law in Michigan. Legal matters in Michigan are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Southfield are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Michigan state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Michigan 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 Michigan courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
Southfield Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Southfield-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 Southfield Choose Daniel D Swanson
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 Swanson's practice in the field of contracts, employment, business, litigation, and civil rights.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Daniel D Swanson brings 48+ 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 contracts, employment, and business, Daniel D Swanson can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Southfield
A Southfield-based practice means Daniel D Swanson attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
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Common Legal Issues Daniel D Swanson Handles in Southfield
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