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Biography
Experience and Knowledge When you Need it Most. Experiencia y Conocimiento cuando más lo necesitas. Dan is a trial attorney providing legal services to Southwest Florida. He was a prosecutor for ten years in two states and has defended clients for nearly ten years. He has also represented personal injury clients and handled wrongful death clases for nearly ten years. When not working in court or in the office, Dan spends his time with his family and volunteering in the community.
Practice Areas
6
Practice Areas
Criminal Defense
55%
30 years
Personal Injury
15%
20 years
Car Accident
10%
20 years
DUI and DWI
10%
30 years
Fees and Rates
Cost
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Chat withLicenses
Licensed in Florida for 28 years
State: Florida
Acquired: 1997
No misconduct found
Licensed in Vermont for 10 years
State: Vermont
Acquired: 2015
No misconduct found
Licensed in Massachusetts for 23 years
State: Massachusetts
Acquired: 2002
No misconduct found
Location
Law Offices of Cavanaugh & Cavanaugh, P.A.
2500 Tamiami Trail, North, Ste 218, Naples, FL, 34103
Law Offices of Cavanaugh & Cavanaugh, P.A.
4461 Camino Real Way, Suite 1003, Fort Myers, FL, 33966
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Daniel M Cavanaugh's Reviews
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Posted by James | March 23, 2024 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
50,000 stars
If you need legal help hire Superman and his team! Go team Cavanaugh and Cavanaugh!!
Posted by Maria | October 30, 2023 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Mr is terrific!
Mr Cavanaugh is reliable, kind, courteous, knowledgeable and very professional. He was always available to speak with me at any time to answer all my questions. I highly recommend Mr Cavanaugh and his Law Firm to anyone seeking the need of a honest Attorney. M H.
Posted by anonymous | September 26, 2023 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Excelente abogado
Daniel es un buen abogado se lo recomiendo a todos el es buena persona & te ayuda en todas tus problemas
Posted by Marlon | April 30, 2021 | Consulted Attorney
This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.
Excellent service
Excellent services you can consult your case by system or call , my experience was good I recomended
Posted by Shawn | March 18, 2021 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Highly recommend
Dan and his team really did a fantastic job helping me in my situation. Dan set realistic expectations and utilized his network to really impact the outcome of my case. I would highly recommend them.
Daniel M Cavanaugh's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse this lawyer. Dan's reputation as an aggressive advocate of his client's rights is only matched by his integrity in the way he practices law. With over 20 years of experience, both in his time as a prosecutor and in private practice, he has always been ready for trial. He's at his best in the court room, and he garners everyone's trust and respect."
"I endorse this lawyer. Dan and I once worked together as prosecutors and he is an outstanding attorney."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer with no reservation. An extremely talented and well respected attorney in the legal community. Very hardworking and diligent. Consistently achieves superior results. Advice is always practical and on point. I recommend to anyone looking for an attorney who knows the law and truly cares about protecting the rights of clients and achieving the most favorable result possible."
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Experience
Honors
2011
AV Peer Review Rating, Martindale-Hubbell
2005
Recognition for Outstanding Community Service, Jeb Bush and Florida Statewide Guardian ad Litem
2004
Attorney of the Year, State Attorney's Office
2004
Trial Team Award, State Attorney's Office
Work Experience
2018 - Present
Attorney, Law Offices of Cavanaugh & Cavanaugh, P.A.
2016 - 2018
Attorney, Hurtado Cavanaugh, Attorneys at Law
2011 - 2013
Partner, Cavanaugh, Kirby & Cavanaugh, PA
2003 - 2010
Prosecuting Attorney, Office Of The State Attorney
Associations
2010 - Present
Florida Association of Criminal Defense LawyersMember
2011 - 2013
Collier County Bar Association, Trial Lawyers SectionBoard Member
2010 - 2013
Collier County Association of Criminal Defense LawyersPresident
Sample of Legal Cases
State v.
Education
1996
Oklahoma City University School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
1993
Springfield College
BS - Bachelor of Science
1991
Springfield Technical Community College
AS
Speaking Engagements
2016
Inter-agency
Law enforcement education
2015
Inter-agency
Law enforcement education
2010
Naples Police Department
Domestic Violence Prosecution
2010
Florida Gulf Coast University
Ethics in Prosecution
2009
Spring Training for Prosecutors
Ethics of Closing Argument and Pretrial Publicity
2009
Shelter for Abused Women and Children
Domestic Violence Prosecution
2008
Victim's Rights Week
Victim's Rights
2008
Office of the State Attorney training
Ethics of Closing Argument
2008
Justice Teaching
Legal Topics
2008
Institute for the Gifted
Trial Practice
2007
Florida Prosecuting Attorneys Association Annual Conference
Hot Topics in Ethics, Brady/Giglio and Pretrial Publicity
2007
CLE event
Ethics of Closing Argument
2006
Inter-agency Lectures
Legal Topics and Courtroom Testimony
2006
in house training
Ethical Considerations for Trial
2005
CLE Training
Ethics of Closing Argument
2004
Guardian ad Litum Training
Criminal Court Training
2004
Child Protection Team
Case worker training
Publications
2016
VTDigger
Criminal Justice Reform
2016
Times Argus
Acknowledging Victims is Just the Beginning
2011
Adverse Witness
Character Evidence in Civil and Criminal Cases
Languages
English
Spanish
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Answers
Q&A
What's the responsibility for "Leave the scene of a crash involving injury" ticket?
24 Apr 2020
Q&A
If if I am currently paying restitution the company went out of business do I still have to pay restitution tell my probation?
21 Apr 2020
Q&A
Will my fiance get full credit for his time in county jail right now?
21 Apr 2020