Atty. Daniel R. Lapinski
Daniel Lapinski has nearly 20 years of litigation experience, with a focus on mass tort and complex litigation in state, federal and appellate courts. Dan represents victims of childhood sexual abuse who seek to hold abusers and abuse enablers accountable in civil court under “window” laws.
Consumer Fraud Protection & More Attorney · Serving Cherry Hill, NJ · 25+ Years Experience
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About Daniel R. Lapinski at a Glance
Daniel R. Lapinski is a Member based in Cherry Hill, New Jersey, practicing at Motley Rice LLC. They have 25+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2001. Their practice focuses on wrongful death, personal injury, litigation, civil rights, and consumer. Admitted to practice in New Jersey (2001), New York (2002), and Pennsylvania Supreme Court of New Jersey (2009). Educated at Seton Hall University School of Law (J.D., 1999) and Rutgers University (B.A., 1990). Active member of Associations •American Association for Justice •New Jersey Association for Justice •New Jersey State Bar Association. Serves clients in Cherry Hill, NJ and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Daniel R. Lapinski
- Daniel Lapinski has nearly 20 years of litigation experience, with a focus on mass tort and complex litigation in state, federal and appellate courts
- Dan represents victims of childhood sexual abuse who seek to hold abusers and abuse enablers accountable in civil court under “window” laws
- Newly enacted in many states and pending in others, these laws extend the number of years available for victims to file a childhood sexual abuse claim by opening a statute of limitations window for a finite period of time
- Dan also represents former Boy Scouts who suffered abuse with claims against the Boy Scouts of America bankruptcy
- As a mass tort attorney, Dan represents victims harmed by dangerous pharmaceutical products and defective medical devices
- His perspective and approach to litigation is shaped by his previous experience as a surgical representative for a major medical device manufacturer
- Dan plays an active role in numerous mass tort cases, including as a member of the Plaintiffs’ Steering Committees for the following multidistrict litigations, among others: •In re Proton-Pump Inhibitor Prods
- Liability Litigation (No
- II), D.N.J. •In re Johnson & Johnson Talcum Powder Products Liability Litigation, D.N.J
- Additionally, Dan has successfully argued preemption issues before federal appellate courts, and has represented clients in class actions regarding shareholder derivatives, alleged deceptive marketing of vehicles and pharmaceutical products, and alleged negligence contributing to a massive apartment fire, in cases including: •DeMarco v
- AvalonBay Communities, Inc., D.N.J. •D.C.G. & T., et al., v
- Knight, et al., E.D
- Va. •In re Ford Explorer Cases, (Cal
- Sacramento Cnty
- Super
- Ct.) •Alexander v
- Solvay Pharmaceuticals, Inc., (Cal
- Los Angeles Cnty
- Super
- Ct. •Slaughter v
- Unilever United States, Inc., D.N.J
- Prior to joining Motley Rice, Dan served among the leadership of the mass tort and class action team of a New Jersey law firm
- Dan is a frequent speaker on the local and national levels regarding mass tort and class action litigations, including presenting at the New Jersey State Bar annual conference, and serving as a panelist for both Harris Martin Publishing and the American Association of Justice
- He has also been a regular speaker at New Jersey Association for Justice’s Annual Boardwalk Seminar
- Motley Rice LLC, a South Carolina Limited Liability Company, is engaged in the New Jersey practice of law through Motley Rice New Jersey LLC. Esther Berezofsky attorney responsible for New Jersey practice
- Awards, Accolades & Recognitions Super Lawyers 2013-2025 New Jersey Super Lawyers list 2011 New Jersey Super Lawyers Rising Stars list No aspect of this advertisement has been approved by the Supreme Court of New Jersey
- Lawdragon 2022-2026 Lawdragon 500 Plaintiff Consumer Lawyers Consumer Fraud, Diabetes, Human Rights Blog Posts April 2, 2020 Lookback Window Law Supports Sexual Abuse Victims: Frequently Asked Questions by: Daniel R. Lapinski News March 24, 2026 Rhode Island AG’s Report Finds Hundreds of Children Abused by Catholic Priest by: Motley Rice November 24, 2025 Can You Sue a Drug Company? by: Motley Rice
Practice Areas Explained
Daniel R. Lapinski's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Daniel R. Lapinski handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Cherry Hill.
Wrongful Death in Cherry Hill
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Personal Injury in Cherry Hill
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.
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Civil Litigation in Cherry Hill
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Civil Rights in Cherry Hill
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Consumer Protection in Cherry Hill
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Cherry Hill
Practicing law in New Jersey. Legal matters in New Jersey are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Cherry Hill are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate New Jersey state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in New Jersey 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 Jersey courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
Cherry Hill Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Cherry Hill-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 Cherry Hill Choose Daniel R. Lapinski
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 R. Lapinski's practice in the field of wrongful death, personal injury, litigation, civil rights, and consumer.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Daniel R. Lapinski brings 25+ 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 Jersey, New York, and Pennsylvania Supreme Court of New Jersey, Daniel R. Lapinski can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering wrongful death, personal injury, and litigation, Daniel R. Lapinski can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Cherry Hill
A Cherry Hill-based practice means Daniel R. Lapinski 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 R. Lapinski Handles in Cherry Hill
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