Atty. Daniel Schumack
Chair, D.C. Bar Legal Ethics Committee, FY 2024-25 (also Vice Chair FY 2023-24 and Member 2019-25).
Attorney Discipline & More Attorney · Serving Fairfax, VA · 38+ Years Experience
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About Daniel Schumack at a Glance
Daniel Schumack is a Principal based in Fairfax, Virginia, practicing at Schumack + Guggenheim PLLC. They have 38+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1988. Their practice focuses on litigation. Admitted to practice in District of Columbia (1988), Virginia (1988), New York (1988), and Maryland (1989). Educated at American University (J.D., 1987) and State University of New York at Stony Brook (B.A., 1984). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serves clients in Fairfax, VA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Daniel Schumack
- Chair, D.C
- Bar Legal Ethics Committee, FY 2024-25 (also Vice Chair FY 2023-24 and Member 2019-25)
- Vice Chair, D.C
- Bar Professional Conduct Rules Review Committee, FY 2007-09 (and Member 2004-09)
- Hearing Panel Chair in trial tier of D.C
- Bar Disciplinary System, 1997-00 (and Hearing Panelist 1994-97)
- Secretary, D.C
- Bar Board of Governors (FY 2012-13)
- Member, D.C
- Bar Continuing Legal Education Committee (2010-2016)
- Civil Conciliator, Fairfax Circuit Court, Virginia (2004-2022)
Practice Areas Explained
Daniel Schumack's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Daniel Schumack handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Fairfax.
Civil Litigation in Fairfax
Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Fairfax
Practicing law in Virginia. Legal matters in Virginia are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Fairfax are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Virginia state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Virginia 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 Virginia courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
Fairfax Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Fairfax-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 Fairfax Choose Daniel Schumack
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 Schumack's practice in the field of litigation.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Daniel Schumack brings 38+ 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 District of Columbia, Virginia, and New York, Daniel Schumack can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Focused Litigation Practice
Concentrating on litigation means Daniel Schumack's knowledge of relevant statutes, case law, and procedural nuances stays current — unlike generalist practices that spread attention across unrelated fields.
Local Presence in Fairfax
A Fairfax-based practice means Daniel Schumack 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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