Atty. Daniel Jarcho

Atty. Daniel Jarcho

As a former trial attorney for the DOJ, Dan knows the complexities of federal court litigation with federal agencies. He litigates cases for companies facing adverse regulatory initiatives or enforcement actions by agencies like the FDA.

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About Daniel Jarcho at a glance

Daniel Jarcho is an attorney based in Washington, District of Columbia, practicing at Alston & Bird LLP. Educated at Harvard University (J.D., 1985). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — FDA Law (2026). Serands clients in Washington, DC and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

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  • As a former trial attorney for the DOJ, Dan knows the complexities of federal court litigation with federal agencies
  • He litigates cases for companies facing adverse regulatory initiatives or enforcement actions by agencies like the FDA
  • Dan Jarcho represents clients in federal trial court and appellate litigation involving federal regulatory issues
  • Dan has litigated numerous Administrative Procedure Act challenges to federal agency actions, including cases involving the U.S
  • Food and Drug Administration, Departments of Agriculture, Health and Human Services, Defense, Treasury, and Interior, and U.S
  • Customs and Border Protection
  • He has extensive experience litigating federal preemption defenses to state-law claims
  • He has defended clients in a wide variety of investigations and enforcement actions initiated by federal agencies and the U.S
  • Department of Justice
  • Dan worked at the DOJ as a trial attorney in the Civil Division’s Office of Consumer Litigation, where he represented the FDA in federal civil and criminal litigation
  • He also served as a special assistant U.S. attorney in the Criminal Division of the U.S
  • Attorney’s Office for the Eastern District of New York

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in District of Columbia

Practicing law in District of Columbia. Legal matters in District of Columbia are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Washington are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate District of Columbia state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in District of Columbia 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 District of Columbia courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Daniel Jarcho's law practice is located in Washington, District of Columbia. The firm is Alston & Bird LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
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Daniel Jarcho earned their education at (J.D., 1985).
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Daniel Jarcho's notable recognition includes: Best Lawyers in America — FDA Law.

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Education

J.D.
Harvard University
- 1985

Awards

Best Lawyers in America — FDA Law
- 2026

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