Atty. Daniel S Press
Daniel S Press is a lawyer practicing environmental and natural resources, employment & labor, government contracts and 4 other areas of law. Daniel received a A.B. degree from Columbia University in 1964, and has been licensed for 57 years.
Employment & Labor & More Attorney · Serving Washington, DC · 57+ Years Experience
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About Daniel S Press at a Glance
Daniel S Press is a Member based in Washington, District of Columbia, practicing at Van Ness Feldman. They have 57+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1969. Their practice focuses on employment, environmental, government, and energy. Admitted to practice in Arizona (1969), District of Columbia (1974), U.S. Claims Court (1974), and U.S. Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia Circuit (1981). Educated at Yale Law School (LL.B., 1968) and Columbia University (A.B., 1964). Serves clients in Washington, DC and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Daniel S Press
- Daniel S Press is a lawyer practicing environmental and natural resources, employment & labor, government contracts and 4 other areas of law
- Daniel received a A.B. degree from Columbia University in 1964, and has been licensed for 57 years
- Daniel practices at Van Ness Feldman LLP in Washington, DC
Practice Areas Explained
Daniel S Press's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Daniel S Press handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Washington.
Employment Law in Washington
Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.
Daniel S Press is one of 167,770 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in District of Columbia →
Environmental Law in Washington
Environmental attorneys for regulatory compliance, contamination, land use, and natural resource law.
Daniel S Press is one of 55,977 environmental attorneys indexed nationally. Browse environmental attorneys in District of Columbia →
Government & Administrative Law in Washington
Attorneys for administrative law, agency hearings, government contracts, licensing, and public benefits.
Daniel S Press is one of 131,162 government attorneys indexed nationally. Browse government attorneys in District of Columbia →
Energy & Utilities Law in Washington
Energy attorneys for oil & gas, renewables, utility regulation, and energy sector transactions.
Daniel S Press is one of 35,985 energy attorneys indexed nationally. Browse energy attorneys in District of Columbia →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Washington
Practicing law in District of Columbia. Legal matters in District of Columbia are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Washington are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate District of Columbia state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in District of Columbia 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 District of Columbia courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
Washington Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Washington-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 Washington Choose Daniel S Press
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 S Press's practice in the field of employment, environmental, government, and energy.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Daniel S Press brings 57+ 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 Arizona, District of Columbia, and U.S. Claims Court, Daniel S Press can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering employment, environmental, and government, Daniel S Press can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Washington
A Washington-based practice means Daniel S Press attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
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Common Legal Issues Daniel S Press Handles in Washington
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Daniel S Press has experience with under District of Columbia 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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