Atty. Daniel J. Elrod

Atty. Daniel J. Elrod

Dan Elrod focuses on commercial real estate transactions involving properties across the United States. His practice encompasses a wide range of real estate matters, with a focus on the representation of debt funds, life insurance companies, and other institutional lenders in the origination of mortgage loans secured by properties in all asset classes.

Chicago Chicago 13 yrs experience 13 year
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About Daniel J. Elrod at a glance

Daniel J. Elrod is a Shareholder based in Chicago, Illinois, practicing at Greenberg Traurig, LLP. They have 13+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2013. Their practice focuses on real estate. Admitted to practice in Illinois U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Illinois U.S. Court of Appeals for the Sev (2013). Educated at Northwestern University Pritzker School of Law (J.D., 2013) and University of Michigan (B.A., 2009). Active member of Professional & Community Involvement •Member, Urban Land Institute •Participant, Chicago Bar Association Edward J and Lewis II Lawyers in the Classroom Program •Participant, Real Estate Lender's Association. Serands clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

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  • Dan Elrod focuses on commercial real estate transactions involving properties across the United States
  • His practice encompasses a wide range of real estate matters, with a focus on the representation of debt funds, life insurance companies, and other institutional lenders in the origination of mortgage loans secured by properties in all asset classes
  • Dan’s finance experience also includes loan modifications and workouts
  • Additionally, he represents institutional investors with acquisitions, dispositions, and the formation of real estate joint venture agreements
  • In the sports and entertainment sector, Dan was part of a team that represented an NBA franchise in the development and financing of a new arena, parking structure, practice facility, and public entertainment plaza
  • He has also been involved in transactions concerning the financing of an NHL arena and the construction and financing of an MLS stadium
  • Concentrations •Commercial loan transactions (senior and mezzanine loans) •Loan modifications and loan workouts •Capital markets financing •Acquisitions and dispositions •Joint venture formation and other equity investment structures •Multi-property and multi-state portfolio transactions •Arena and stadium development and financing Recognition & Leadership Awards & Accolades •Listed, The Best Lawyers in America, “Ones to Watch,” Real Estate Law, 2022-2026 •Listed, Super Lawyers magazine, Illinois Super Lawyers, 2026 •“Rising Stars,” 2023

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Daniel J. Elrod's Areas of Practice

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

Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

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Practicing law in Illinois. Legal matters in Illinois are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Chicago are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Illinois state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Illinois brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Illinois courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Where is Daniel J. Elrod's law office located?
Daniel J. Elrod's law practice is located in Chicago, Illinois. The firm is Greenberg Traurig, LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Daniel J. Elrod handle?
Daniel J. Elrod focuses on real estate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Daniel J. Elrod practiced law?
Daniel J. Elrod has 13+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2013.
Where did Daniel J. Elrod go to law school?
Daniel J. Elrod earned their education at (J.D., 2013); (B.A., 2009).
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Education

J.D.
Northwestern University Pritzker School of Law
- 2013
B.A.
University of Michigan
- 2009

Bar Admissions

Illinois U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Illinois U.S. Court of Appeals for the Sev
Admitted: 2013

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