Atty. Daniel Priest

Atty. Daniel Priest

Daniel Priest is a lawyer practicing insurance, employment / labor, tax. Daniel received a B.A. degree from Carleton College in 2007, and has been licensed for 15 years.

New York New York 15 yrs experience 15 year
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Employment & Labor & More Attorney · Serving New York, NY · 15+ Years Experience

Profile Summary

About Daniel Priest at a Glance

Daniel Priest is an Associate based in New York, New York, practicing at Debevoise & Plimpton LLP. They have 15+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2011. Their practice focuses on employment, tax, and insurance. Admitted to practice in New York (2011). Educated at New York University School of Law (J.D., 2010) and Carleton College (B.A., 2007). Serves clients in New York, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated October 2026

About Daniel Priest

  • Daniel Priest is a lawyer practicing insurance, employment / labor, tax
  • Daniel received a B.A. degree from Carleton College in 2007, and has been licensed for 15 years
  • Daniel practices at Debevoise & Plimpton LLP in New York, NY

Practice Areas Explained

Daniel Priest's Areas of Legal Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Daniel Priest handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in New York.

Employment Law in New York

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

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Tax Law in New York

Tax attorneys handle IRS audits, tax debt, international tax, estate planning, and tax court litigation.

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Insurance Law in New York

Insurance attorneys for coverage disputes, bad faith claims, denied claims, and policy disputes.

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Jurisdictional Context

Why Local Counsel Matters in New York

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 New York 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.

New York Courts and Legal Process

Choosing a New York-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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Frequently Asked

Common Questions About Daniel Priest

Where is Daniel Priest's law office located?
Daniel Priest's law practice is located in New York, New York. The firm is Debevoise & Plimpton LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Daniel Priest handle?
Daniel Priest focuses on employment, tax, insurance. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New York.
How long has Daniel Priest practiced law?
Daniel Priest has 15+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2011.
Where did Daniel Priest go to law school?
Daniel Priest earned their education at (J.D., 2010); (B.A., 2007).
How can I contact Daniel Priest for a consultation?
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Professional Profile

Why Clients in New York Choose Daniel Priest

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 Priest's practice in the field of employment, tax, and insurance.

Decade-Tested Legal Experience

Daniel Priest brings 15+ 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 employment, tax, and insurance, Daniel Priest can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.

Local Presence in New York

A New York-based practice means Daniel Priest 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 Priest Handles in New York

Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Daniel Priest 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.

Wrongful termination claims
Employment
Workplace discrimination
Employment
Wage and hour disputes
Employment
Non-compete agreement review
Employment
IRS audit representation
Tax
Tax lien and levy defense
Tax
Offer in compromise
Tax
Business tax planning
Tax

This list is illustrative, not exhaustive. Contact Daniel Priest directly to discuss the specifics of your situation.

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Daniel Priest's Practice Areas & Specializations

Education & Law School Background

J.D.
New York University School of Law
- 2010
B.A.
Carleton College
- 2007

Bar Admissions & Licensed Jurisdictions

New York
Admitted: 2011

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