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Experience and Knowledge when you need it most. Call for a free consultation with a former prosecutor.

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

OtherCar accidentDUI and DWIPersonal injuryCriminal defense
  1. Criminal defense: 55%

    Criminal Defense Trial Practice handling all State and Federal Felony and Misdemeanor matters incl. Violent Crimes, Drug Crimes, DUI, Domestic Violence, Financial Crimes, Juvenile Delinquency, Mental Health Court, Drug Court, Alternative Diversion Programs, Violations of Probation, Sealing and Record Expungements.

    25 years

  2. Personal injury: 15%

    Wrongful Death, Motor Vehicle and Motorcycle Accidents, Assaults, Slip and Fall, suits against School Board.

    15 years

  3. DUI and DWI: 10%

    25 years

  4. Car accident: 10%

    15 years

  1. Violent crime: 9%

    25 years

  2. White collar crime: 1%

    2 years

Languages spoken

English, Spanish

Photos and videos

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Contact

2500 Tamiami Trail, North, Ste 218
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Law Offices of Cavanaugh & Cavanaugh, P.A.

2500 Tamiami Trail, North, Ste 218
Naples, FL, 34103

Website
https://www.cavanaughattorneys.com/

Naples Family Lawyers - Criminal Attorneys - Personal Injury Law Firm | Naples Appellate Lawyer

Law Offices of Cavanaugh & Cavanaugh, P.A.

4461 Camino Real Way
Suite 1003
Fort Myers, FL, 33966

Fax (239) 434-8425

Resume

License
StateStatusAcquiredUpdated
VTInactive201501/11/2021
MARetired200212/02/2020
FLMember in Good Standing199712/20/2020
We have not found any instances of professional misconduct for this lawyer.
Avvo Contributions
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Awards
Award nameGrantorDate granted
AV Peer Review RatingMartindale-Hubbell2011
Recognition for Outstanding Community ServiceJeb Bush and Florida Statewide Guardian ad Litem2005
Attorney of the YearState Attorney's Office2004
Trial Team AwardState Attorney's Office2004
Work Experience
TitleCompany nameDuration
AttorneyLaw Offices of Cavanaugh & Cavanaugh, P.A.2018 - Present
AttorneyHurtado Cavanaugh, Attorneys at Law2016 - 2018
PartnerCavanaugh, Kirby & Cavanaugh, PA2011 - 2013
Prosecuting AttorneyOffice Of The State Attorney2003 - 2010
Associations
Association namePosition nameDuration
Florida Association of Criminal Defense LawyersMember2010 - Present
Collier County Bar Association, Trial Lawyers SectionBoard Member2011 - 2013
Collier County Association of Criminal Defense LawyersPresident2010 - 2013
Publications
Publication nameTitleDate
VTDiggerCriminal Justice Reform2016
Times ArgusAcknowledging Victims is Just the Beginning2016
Adverse WitnessCharacter Evidence in Civil and Criminal Cases2011
Education
School nameDegreeGraduated
Oklahoma City University School of LawJD - Juris Doctor1996
Springfield CollegeBS - Bachelor of Science1993
Springfield Technical Community CollegeAS1991
Speaking Engagements
Conference nameTitleDate
Inter-agencyLaw enforcement education2016
Inter-agencyLaw enforcement education2015
Florida Gulf Coast UniversityEthics in Prosecution2010
Naples Police DepartmentDomestic Violence Prosecution2010
Shelter for Abused Women and ChildrenDomestic Violence Prosecution2009
Spring Training for ProsecutorsEthics of Closing Argument and Pretrial Publicity2009
Institute for the GiftedTrial Practice2008
Victim's Rights WeekVictim's Rights2008
Justice TeachingLegal Topics2008
Office of the State Attorney trainingEthics of Closing Argument2008
CLE eventEthics of Closing Argument2007
Florida Prosecuting Attorneys Association Annual ConferenceHot Topics in Ethics, Brady/Giglio and Pretrial Publicity2007
in house trainingEthical Considerations for Trial2006
Inter-agency LecturesLegal Topics and Courtroom Testimony2006
CLE TrainingEthics of Closing Argument2005
Child Protection TeamCase worker training2004
Guardian ad Litum TrainingCriminal Court Training2004
Legal cases
Case nameOutcome
State v.

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Excellent attorney helped me out a lot!

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After contacting Mr. Cavanaugh he immediately started working with me to help me win my case, I seriously recommend him because he never stops fighting and doing everything in his power to win
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Respectful and Diligent

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Dan was extremely comforting and helpful with my case as a victim. He explained everything I needed to do, which made me feel confident. The communication between Dan and his amazing staff is impeccable, all of my questions were answered almost immediately using their portal. I would highly recommend Dan for their legal matters.
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EXCELLENT LAWYER

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My experience at the Law Offices of Cavanaugh & Cavanaugh, P.A. has been nothing short of excellence. Both attorneys have an untouchable vibe and I was grateful to have found them, to say the least. You can automatically tell when you walk into court that they are both highly respected. Attorney Dan Cavanaugh was very thorough and explained everything clearly to both my son and I and discussed all of our options which would best fit our needs. Lorena is always sweet and helpful and their entire office gives a much needed peace during these trying times. I really appreciate all of them working with me as they have. Again, I highly recommend this office for your legal representation.
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car accident

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My opinion is that I recommend it to you, it is very friendly, the staff, the attention is very cordial, the case that I take if it was very long but in the end I am satisfied ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
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Excellent Service

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I cannot thank Dan Cavanaugh enough for all of his assistance. His legal expertise and professionalism went above and beyond my expectations throughout the course of my case. He always made sure to keep us well informed. communication skills was amazing. Always had time to answer any of our questions and concerns and made sure to keep us updated and follow up on my husbands case.Thanks for prioritizing us as a client and for all your hard work, passion and dedication. Best lawyer I have worked with.
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Missed court

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Hi my name is Maria and I would like to thank my lawyer Daniel for the incredible job he did with my case. I missed a court in Naples because I was still in custody with ICE and when got released I had a bench warrant so I contacted Daniel and he was able to lift the bench warrant and helped me through the process. I would definitely recommend him because he talks with the truth of the outcome of your case.
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Absolutely Brilliant

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I chose Cavanaugh & Cavanaugh to handle an outstanding warrant in Collier County that had been there for over 7 years. I was very concerned about my predicament, but Daniel Cavanaugh explained everything to me, the path we would take and exactly how he would represent me. My retainer was affordable and the minute my check hit his office he began working on the warrant. Its been two weeks the judge signed off on everything today and the warrant was set aside and the charges were dropped. Needless to say I was absolutely shocked and was amazed at how he professionally he was able to represent me
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Highly recommend

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He was nice and caring from the start ...Very informative with everything that had happened....was quick to respond on Portal .. especially me being an out of state client. Everything worked out in my favor Thank God..if it wouldn't have I still trusted Dan to do the best he could to get my charge to the least possible amount he could have . I highly recommend Dan!!!
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Good representation

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Cavanaugh was fair and attentive to my case. He was available to answer any questions I had. Also, gave me advise on many aspects of my case throughout the process. I felt confident in his decision making. He was a true professional.
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Great laywer

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Después de contactar al Sr. Cavanaugh, inmediatamente comenzó a trabajar conmigo para ayudarme a ganar mi caso, lo recomiendo seriamente porque nunca deja de pelear y hace todo lo que está en su poder para ganar
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Pablo Hurtado, Criminal defense Attorney on May 12, 2019
Relationship: Worked together on matter

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.

Christopher Crowley, Immigration Attorney on Nov 10, 2016
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

I endorse this lawyer. Dan and I once worked together as prosecutors and he is an outstanding attorney.

Robert Gilligan, Criminal defense Attorney on Dec 16, 2014
Relationship: Other

I endorse this lawyer.

Alberto Batista, Criminal defense Attorney on Oct 27, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

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.

Dominick Russo, Litigation Attorney on May 9, 2013
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

I endorse this lawyer.

James Chandler, Criminal defense Attorney on Jan 18, 2013
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

I endorse this lawyer.

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