Atty. Daniel P. Dalton

Atty. Daniel P. Dalton

Daniel P. Dalton, named one of twenty-five Michigan Attorneys as a Leaders in the Law in 2010, a Super Lawyer in Land Use and Zoning since 2008 and a Detroit Business Magazine top lawyer concentrates his practice in representing businesses and religious organizations in land use and zoning disputes.

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Profile Summary

About Daniel P. Dalton at a glance

Daniel P. Dalton is an Owner/Partner based in Detroit, Michigan, practicing at Dalton & Tomich PLC. They have 36+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1990. Their practice focuses on business and zoning. Admitted to practice in Michigan (1990), U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Michigan (1990), U.S. Court of Appeals, Sixth Circuit (1992), and U.S. Supreme Court (1995). Educated at University of Detroit Mercy (J.D. Aline, 1990) and Western Michigan University B.S. Honors Graduate Western Michigan University B.S. thesis Western Michigan University B.S. The Freedom of Assembly Western Michigan University (Honors Graduate, 1986). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of American Bar Association (State and Local Law, Council Vice Chair, Land Use Committee Religious Land Use Committee Chair) State Bar of Michigan, Real Property section. Serands clients in Detroit, MI and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Daniel P. Dalton, named one of twenty-five Michigan Attorneys as a Leaders in the Law in 2010, a Super Lawyer in Land Use and Zoning since 2008 and a Detroit Business Magazine top lawyer concentrates his practice in representing businesses and religious organizations in land use and zoning disputes
  • Mr. Dalton wrote the book on Litigating Religious Land Use Cases and frequently litigates, lectures and writes on issues related to land use and zoning matters throughout the United States
  • Mr. Dalton received his Bachelor of Arts degree from Western Michigan University and his law degree from the University of Detroit, School of Law
  • Mr. Dalton clerked for the honorable Chief Justice Dorothy Comstock Riley of the Michigan Supreme Court and is a founding member at Dalton & Tomich PLC
  • Twice elected to the City of Plymouth City Commission, Mr. Dalton actively serves on several boards and committees including the University of Detroit Mercy School of Law Dean’s Advisory Board, the Boys and Girls Club of Oakland and Macomb County and Cabrini Clinic
  • He is a life member and fellow of the American Bar Foundation, a member of the American Planning Association and the Michigan Planning Society

Practice Areas Explained

Daniel P. Dalton's Areas of Practice

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

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

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Land Use & Zoning

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Michigan

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Daniel P. Dalton

Where is Daniel P. Dalton's law office located?
Daniel P. Dalton's law practice is located in Detroit, Michigan. The firm is Dalton & Tomich PLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Daniel P. Dalton handle?
Daniel P. Dalton focuses on business, zoning. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Michigan.
How long has Daniel P. Dalton practiced law?
Daniel P. Dalton has 36+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1990.
Where did Daniel P. Dalton go to law school?
Daniel P. Dalton earned their education at (J.D. Aline, 1990); (Honors Graduate, 1986).
How can I contact Daniel P. Dalton for a consultation?
You can contact Daniel P. Dalton directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has Daniel P. Dalton received?
Daniel P. Dalton's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D. Aline
University of Detroit Mercy
- 1990
Honors Graduate
Western Michigan University B.S. Honors Graduate Western Michigan University B.S. thesis Western Michigan University B.S. The Freedom of Assembly Western Michigan University
- 1986

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Michigan
Admitted: 1990
U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Michigan
Admitted: 1990
U.S. Court of Appeals, Sixth Circuit
Admitted: 1992
U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 1995
U.S. District Court, Western District of Michigan
Admitted: 2008
U.S. District Court, Western District of Texas
Admitted: 2008
U.S. District Court, Central District of Illinois
Admitted: 2008
U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit
Admitted: 2009
U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Pennsylvania
Admitted: 2009
U.S. District Court, District of Colorado
Admitted: 2010
U.S. District Court, Southern District of California (Pro Hac Vice)
Admitted: 2011
US District Court, Southern District of Mississippi (Pro Hac Vice)
Admitted: 2013
US District Court, Middle District of Florida (Pro Hac Vice)
Admitted: 2013
US District Court, Northern District of Indiana
Admitted: 2014
US District Court, New Jersey, Newark Division
Admitted: 2015
US District Court, Eastern District of Missouri
Admitted: 2015
US District Court, Western District of Pennsylvania
Admitted: 2015
US District Court, Northern District of West Virginia
Admitted: 2015
US District Court, Northern Division of California, San Francisco Indiana
Admitted: 2016

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