Atty. Daniel John Collins
Daniel John Collins is a lawyer practicing criminal defense, commercial litigation, customs & international trade and 4 other areas of law. Daniel received a B.A. degree from Northwestern University, and has been licensed for 32 years.
Commercial Litigation & More Attorney · Serving Chicago, IL · 32+ Years Experience
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About Daniel John Collins at a Glance
Daniel John Collins is a Partner based in Chicago, Illinois, practicing at Faegre Drinker Biddle & Reath LLP. They have 32+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1994. Their practice focuses on criminal defense, employment, business, trade secrets, and white collar. Admitted to practice in Illinois U.S. Court of Appeals, Seventh Circuit U.S. Court of Appeals, Second Circuit U.S. District (1994). Educated at DePaul University College of Law J.D. (—) and Northwestern University B.A. (—). Serves clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Daniel John Collins
- Daniel John Collins is a lawyer practicing criminal defense, commercial litigation, customs & international trade and 4 other areas of law
- Daniel received a B.A. degree from Northwestern University, and has been licensed for 32 years
- Daniel practices at Faegre Drinker Biddle & Reath LLP in Chicago, IL
Practice Areas Explained
Daniel John Collins's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Daniel John Collins handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Chicago.
Criminal Defense in Chicago
A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.
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Employment Law in Chicago
Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.
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Business & Corporate Law in Chicago
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
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Trade Secrets in Chicago
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White Collar Crimes in Chicago
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Chicago
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 venue, 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.
Chicago Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Chicago-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 Chicago Choose Daniel John Collins
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 John Collins's practice in the field of criminal defense, employment, business, trade secrets, and white collar.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Daniel John Collins brings 32+ 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 criminal defense, employment, and business, Daniel John Collins can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Chicago
A Chicago-based practice means Daniel John Collins 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 John Collins Handles in Chicago
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