Atty. Daniel "Dan" Sorey
Dan Sorey is an attorney at Sorey & Hoover, LLP, a firm that provides legal practice with personal, client-centered legal services that address the specific needs of accident victims and injured parties. He has combined his 10 years of service as a law enforcement officer with his legal training and professional experience as a plaintiff personal injury attorney to provide in- depth legal advice to a variety of clients.
Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs Attorney · Serving Longview, TX · 23+ Years Experience
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About Daniel "Dan" Sorey at a Glance
Daniel "Dan" Sorey is a personal injury attorney based in Longview, Texas, practicing at Sorey & Hoover LLP. They have 23+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2003. Admitted to practice in Texas (2003), Arkansas (2004), Louisiana (2004), and New Mexico (2005). Educated at Baylor University (J.D., 2003) and University of Louisiana - Monroe (—, 1988). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Awards: (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — Texas Super Lawyers by Thomson Reuters, 2020-2025 (2026). Serves clients in Longview, TX and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Daniel "Dan" Sorey
- Dan Sorey is an attorney at Sorey & Hoover, LLP, a firm that provides legal practice with personal, client-centered legal services that address the specific needs of accident victims and injured parties
- He has combined his 10 years of service as a law enforcement officer with his legal training and professional experience as a plaintiff personal injury attorney to provide in- depth legal advice to a variety of clients
- While the firm is based out of Longview, TX, Dan still travels across much of the southern United States, meeting with clients and helping them to achieve adequate compensation for their personal injuries
- He is known for going the extra mile to meet with his clients in the comfort of their homes, even if that means traveling out of state to visit with them
- In addition to servicing as a personal injury attorney in Longview and the rest of Gregg County, Dan has worked with a nationwide plaintiff’s firm for many years
- This experience taught him the art of managing a heavy caseload and gave him the opportunity to represent injured clients from across the nation, including in trials in five different states
- This important practical experience has been vital to his success at his own law firm
- Drawing on his experience as a police officer, Dan is skilled at analyzing accident reports, working out the fine details of personal injury cases, and presenting concise and compelling arguments in favor of his clients at trial or during mediation proceedings
- These combinations of skills have allowed him to develop a proven track record of receiving significant awards and verdicts in personal injury cases
- Dan is licensed to practice in four states including Texas, Louisiana, New Mexico, and Arkansas
- A graduate of Northeast Louisiana University (NLU), Dan received his B.B.A. in 1988 and his M.B.A. in 1996
- While at NLU, Dan played football and was a member of the 1987 I-AA National Championship team
- In the 10 years before pursuing his legal career, Dan worked as a Parole Agent in Jefferson Parish Louisiana and as a city Police Officer in Monroe
- He graduated with his Juris Doctor degree from Baylor Law School and was subsequently admitted to practice in the state courts of Texas, Arkansas, Louisiana, and New Mexico
- Additionally, Dan is admitted to numerous Federal Courts including the Eastern District of Texas, the Western District of Louisiana, the District of New Mexico, and the Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals
- Dan also currently serves as an Associate Judge for the City of Longview, and has held that position since 2015
Practice Areas Explained
Daniel "Dan" Sorey's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Daniel "Dan" Sorey handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Longview.
Personal Injury in Longview
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.
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Longview
Practicing law in Texas. Legal matters in Texas are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Longview are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Texas state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Texas 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 Texas courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
Longview Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Longview-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 Longview Choose Daniel "Dan" Sorey
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 "Dan" Sorey's practice in the field of personal injury.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Daniel "Dan" Sorey brings 23+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in Texas, Arkansas, and Louisiana, Daniel "Dan" Sorey can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Focused Personal Injury Practice
Concentrating on personal injury means Daniel "Dan" Sorey's knowledge of relevant statutes, case law, and procedural nuances stays current — unlike generalist practices that spread attention across unrelated fields.
Local Presence in Longview
A Longview-based practice means Daniel "Dan" Sorey 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 "Dan" Sorey Handles in Longview
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