Atty. Daniel J. Block
Dan is a shareholder of Robinson Waters & O’Dorisio, P.C. with over 30 years of experience as an attorney. His practice emphasizes the following areas:- Business transactions (including business entity formations; purchases and sales of businesses; and contract drafting, negotiation and review)- Employment law and employee relations (such as preparation or revision of employee manuals; preparation of employment agreements and independent contractor agreements; and advising employers and employees on employment law and policies, employment terminations and covenants against competition)- Franch
Business Law & More Attorney · Serving Denver, CO · 34+ Years Experience
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About Daniel J. Block at a Glance
Daniel J. Block is a Shareholder based in Denver, Colorado, practicing at Robinson Waters & O'Dorisio, P.C.. They have 34+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1992. Their practice focuses on trademark, copyright, employment, business, and m&a. Admitted to practice in Oregon (Inactive) (1992) and Colorado (2000). Educated at University of Oregon (J.D., 1991) and Arizona State University (B.S. Idaho, 1981). Recognitions include Peer Reviewed. Active member of American Bar Association Business Law Section and Forum on Franchising, Colorado Bar Association Labor & Employment Law Section. Serves clients in Denver, CO and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Daniel J. Block
- Dan is a shareholder of Robinson Waters & O’Dorisio, P.C. with over 30 years of experience as an attorney
- His practice emphasizes the following areas:- Business transactions (including business entity formations; purchases and sales of businesses; and contract drafting, negotiation and review)- Employment law and employee relations (such as preparation or revision of employee manuals; preparation of employment agreements and independent contractor agreements; and advising employers and employees on employment law and policies, employment terminations and covenants against competition)- Franchising (including establishing new franchise systems; advising franchisors on U.S. and international franchising matters; and advising prospective and existing franchisees on franchises and related matters)- Intellectual property (such as U.S. and international trademark registration; copyright registration; protection of intellectual property rights; and intellectual property licensing)
- Dan also assists clients with commercial real estate transactions.His experience prior to joining RWO includes over seven years as in-house counsel to a restaurant franchisor and employment as a state securities examiner and in several areas of business management of a retail store chain.Dan was appointed to and currently is a member of the Colorado Leadership Council of the National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB), which has approximately 7,000 members in Colorado
- Dan provides suggestions and other assistance to the Colorado Director of the NFIB concerning bills pending in the Colorado legislature and about other matters that are important to businesses.Dan is a member of the Labor and Employment Council of the Colorado Chamber of Commerce (formerly known as the Colorado Association of Commerce and Industry)
- He provides comments to, and answers questions from, the Chief Executive Officer and other representatives of the Colorado Chamber of Commerce regarding employment and other business-related bills pending in the Colorado legislature
- And on behalf of the Colorado Chamber of Commerce he has negotiated and drafted amendments to bills pending in the Colorado legislature
- and he has testified at Colorado legislature committee hearings concerning pending legislation.Independently or as a member of stakeholders’ groups, Dan has provided input to divisions of the Colorado Department of Labor and Employment, resulting in changes to the Colorado Administrative Rules.Dan has been the speaker at continuing legal education programs on employment law and franchise law
- He has written many articles on legal issues, in areas such as employment, franchising, and trademarks
- Dan is a member of the American Bar Association Business Law Section and Forum on Franchising and the Colorado Bar Association Labor & Employment Law Section
Practice Areas Explained
Daniel J. Block's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Daniel J. Block handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Denver.
Trademark Law in Denver
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Copyright Law in Denver
Daniel J. Block is one of 17,404 copyright attorneys indexed nationally. Browse copyright attorneys in Colorado →
Employment Law in Denver
Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.
Daniel J. Block is one of 167,770 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in Colorado →
Business & Corporate Law in Denver
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
Daniel J. Block is one of 497,491 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Colorado →
Mergers & Acquisitions in Denver
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Denver
Practicing law in Colorado. Legal matters in Colorado are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Denver are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Colorado state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Colorado 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 Colorado courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
Denver Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Denver-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 Denver Choose Daniel J. Block
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 J. Block's practice in the field of trademark, copyright, employment, business, and m&a.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Daniel J. Block brings 34+ 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 Oregon (Inactive) and Colorado, Daniel J. Block can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering trademark, copyright, and employment, Daniel J. Block can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Denver
A Denver-based practice means Daniel J. Block 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 J. Block Handles in Denver
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This list is illustrative, not exhaustive. Contact Daniel J. Block directly to discuss the specifics of your situation.
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