Atty. Daniel W. Hardwick

Atty. Daniel W. Hardwick

Daniel focuses his practice in real estate law, specifically real estate financing, acquisition and disposition, and joint ventures. He has represented both landlords and tenants in the negotiation and auditing of complex office, retail, and industrial leases, and has coordinated and closed transactions in Maryland, Virginia, the District of Columbia, Georgia, Illinois, California, Texas, Oklahoma, Tennessee, Alabama, Ohio, Florida, South Carolina, Pennsylvania, and New Jersey.

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About Daniel W. Hardwick at a glance

Daniel W. Hardwick is a real estate attorney based in Washington, District of Columbia, practicing at Cozen O'Connor. Educated at University of Notre Dame (J.D., 2000) and Michigan State University (B.A., 1997). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Real Estate Law (2026). Serves clients in Washington, DC and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Daniel focuses his practice in real estate law, specifically real estate financing, acquisition and disposition, and joint ventures
  • He has represented both landlords and tenants in the negotiation and auditing of complex office, retail, and industrial leases, and has coordinated and closed transactions in Maryland, Virginia, the District of Columbia, Georgia, Illinois, California, Texas, Oklahoma, Tennessee, Alabama, Ohio, Florida, South Carolina, Pennsylvania, and New Jersey
  • Daniel's finance experience includes the drafting and negotiation of loan documents, due diligence review, and closing coordination for a variety of financial arrangements, including construction and permanent loans, mezzanine debt financings, assumptions, pool facilities, participations, and loan modifications
  • He has handled transactions ranging in size from $20 million to more than $400 million involving a variety of property types, including hotels, shopping centers, office buildings, apartment complexes, condominiums, mixed-use properties, restaurants, industrial buildings, and vacant lots
  • Daniel graduated from Michigan State University with a bachelor's degree in political theory
  • He earned his law degree from the University of Notre Dame Law School
  • He was the production editor of the Journal of Law, Ethics & Public Policy

Practice Areas Explained

Daniel W. Hardwick's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Daniel W. Hardwick handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in District of Columbia

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.

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Where is Daniel W. Hardwick's law office located?
Daniel W. Hardwick's law practice is located in Washington, District of Columbia. The firm is Cozen O'Connor. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Daniel W. Hardwick handle?
Daniel W. Hardwick focuses on real estate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in District of Columbia.
Where did Daniel W. Hardwick go to law school?
Daniel W. Hardwick earned their education at (J.D., 2000); (B.A., 1997).
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What awards or recognition has Daniel W. Hardwick received?
Daniel W. Hardwick's notable recognition includes: Best Lawyers in America — Real Estate Law.

Practice Areas

Education

J.D.
University of Notre Dame
- 2000
B.A.
Michigan State University
- 1997

Awards

Best Lawyers in America — Real Estate Law
- 2026

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