Atty. Daniel V. "Dan" McCaughey

Atty. Daniel V. "Dan" McCaughey

Daniel V. McCaughey is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Commercial Litigation and Litigation - Regulatory Enforcement (SEC, Telecom, Energy).

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Profile Summary

About Daniel V. "Dan" McCaughey at a glance

Daniel V. "Dan" McCaughey is a business, litigation, and energy attorney based in Boston, Massachusetts, practicing at Ropes & Gray LLP. Educated at Boston University School of Law (J.D., 2004). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Litigation (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Regulatory Enforcement (SEC, Telecom, Energy) (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice: (2026). Serands clients in Boston, MA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

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  • Daniel V. McCaughey is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Commercial Litigation and Litigation - Regulatory Enforcement (SEC, Telecom, Energy)
  • Daniel V., who practices law in Boston, Massachusetts, has been recognized since 2021
  • This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Daniel V. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area

Practice Areas Explained

Daniel V. "Dan" McCaughey's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Daniel V. "Dan" McCaughey handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

Daniel V. "Dan" McCaughey is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Massachusetts →

Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

Daniel V. "Dan" McCaughey is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Massachusetts →

Energy & Utilities Law

Energy attorneys for oil & gas, renewables, utility regulation, and energy sector transactions.

Daniel V. "Dan" McCaughey is one of 36,230 energy attorneys indexed nationally. Browse energy attorneys in Massachusetts →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Massachusetts

Practicing law in Massachusetts. Legal matters in Massachusetts are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Boston are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Massachusetts state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Massachusetts brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Massachusetts courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Daniel V. "Dan" McCaughey

Where is Daniel V. "Dan" McCaughey's law office located?
Daniel V. "Dan" McCaughey's law practice is located in Boston, Massachusetts. The firm is Ropes & Gray LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Daniel V. "Dan" McCaughey handle?
Daniel V. "Dan" McCaughey focuses on business, litigation, energy. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Massachusetts.
Where did Daniel V. "Dan" McCaughey go to law school?
Daniel V. "Dan" McCaughey earned their education at (J.D., 2004).
How can I contact Daniel V. "Dan" McCaughey for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Daniel V. "Dan" McCaughey received?
Daniel V. "Dan" McCaughey's notable recognition includes: Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Litigation; Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Regulatory Enforcement (SEC, Telecom, Energy); Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:; Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Securities.

Education

J.D.
Boston University School of Law
- 2004

Awards

Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Litigation
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Regulatory Enforcement (SEC, Telecom, Energy)
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Securities
- 2026

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