Atty. Daniel Patrick Purcell
Daniel Patrick Purcell is a lawyer practicing employment / labor, tax assessment & eminent domain, mass torts and 6 other areas of law. Daniel received a B.A. degree from John Carroll University in 1990, and has been licensed for 32 years.
Employment & Labor & More Attorney · Serving Rochester, NY · 32+ Years Experience
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About Daniel Patrick Purcell at a Glance
Daniel Patrick Purcell is a Member based in Rochester, New York, practicing at Ward Greenberg Heller & Reidy LLP. They have 32+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1994. Their practice focuses on medical malpractice, personal injury, employment, tax, and product liability. Admitted to practice in New York (1994) and U.S. Court of Appeals, Second Circuit U.S. District Court, Northern District of New York U.S. Distri (2002). Educated at University of Minnesota School of Law (J.D., 1993) and John Carroll University (B.A., 1990). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Monroe County and New York State Bar Associations. Serves clients in Rochester, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Daniel Patrick Purcell
- Daniel Patrick Purcell is a lawyer practicing employment / labor, tax assessment & eminent domain, mass torts and 6 other areas of law
- Daniel received a B.A. degree from John Carroll University in 1990, and has been licensed for 32 years
- Daniel practices at Ward Greenberg Heller & Reidy LLP in Rochester, NY
Practice Areas Explained
Daniel Patrick Purcell's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Daniel Patrick Purcell handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Rochester.
Medical Malpractice in Rochester
Medical malpractice lawyers represent patients harmed by negligent doctors, hospitals, and other providers. Free case review, no fee unless you win.
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Personal Injury in Rochester
Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.
Daniel Patrick Purcell is one of 262,557 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in New York →
Employment Law in Rochester
Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.
Daniel Patrick Purcell is one of 167,770 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in New York →
Tax Law in Rochester
Tax attorneys handle IRS audits, tax debt, international tax, estate planning, and tax court litigation.
Daniel Patrick Purcell is one of 84,606 tax attorneys indexed nationally. Browse tax attorneys in New York →
Product Liability in Rochester
Daniel Patrick Purcell is one of 65,610 product liability attorneys indexed nationally. Browse product liability attorneys in New York →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Rochester
Practicing law in New York. Legal matters in New York are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Rochester are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate New York state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in New York 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 New York courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
Rochester Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Rochester-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 Rochester Choose Daniel Patrick Purcell
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 Patrick Purcell's practice in the field of medical malpractice, personal injury, employment, tax, and product liability.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Daniel Patrick Purcell 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.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in New York and U.S. Court of Appeals, Second Circuit U.S. District Court, Northern District of New York U.S. Distri, Daniel Patrick Purcell can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering medical malpractice, personal injury, and employment, Daniel Patrick Purcell can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Rochester
A Rochester-based practice means Daniel Patrick Purcell 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 Patrick Purcell Handles in Rochester
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Daniel Patrick Purcell has experience with under New York law. If your situation involves one of these case categories, this attorney may be well positioned to help you understand your options.
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