Daniel M Cavanaugh

Daniel M Cavanaugh

5.0
Rating: 9.7

Licensed for 28 years

DUI and DWI Lawyer at Naples, FL
Practice Areas: DUI & DWI, Criminal Defense, Violent Crime

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

About Daniel

Biography

Practice Areas

3

Practice Areas

DUI and DWI 70%

Defend all DUI charges including DUI Drug and forensic analysis.

30 years

70%
Criminal Defense 25%

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

30 years

25%
Violent Crime 5%

30 years

5%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Florida for 28 years

State: Florida

Acquired: 1997

Member in Good Standing

No misconduct found

Licensed in Vermont for 11 years

State: Vermont

Acquired: 2015

Inactive

No misconduct found

Licensed in Massachusetts for 23 years

State: Massachusetts

Acquired: 2002

Retired

No misconduct found

Location

Law Offices of Cavanaugh & Cavanaugh, P.A.

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

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Daniel M Cavanaugh's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

38 Client Reviews

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Posted by Robin | February 29, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Absolutely Brilliant

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 a...nd 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

Posted by Jewel | January 17, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Highly recommend

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!!!

Posted by anonymous | January 10, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Good representation

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.

Posted by José Gaytan | January 09, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Great laywer

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

Posted by Shellie | November 12, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Highly Recommend

I hired Daniel Cavanaugh after finding myself in need of a criminal defense attorney. I was overcome by fear and anxieties about how the charges against me would affect my future. I chose Mr Cavanaugh based on his track record of case success and knowledge of the judicial system. During my consult...ation, Mr. Cavanaugh took his time to thoroughly explain what I could expect related to the charges against me, and advised the best plan of action for resolution. I left his office with the confidence needed to sustain normality. In the days that followed, Mr. Cavanaugh handled all appearances on my behalf, while keeping me informed along the way. My case was dismissed! I will forever be grateful to Mr. Cavanaugh for making a horrific situation as painless as possible.

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Daniel M Cavanaugh's Lawyer Endorsements

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Pablo Hurtado

Criminal defense lawyer | May 12

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."

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Christopher Crowley

Immigration lawyer | Nov 10

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

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

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Robert Gilligan

Criminal defense lawyer | Dec 16

Relationship: Other

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Alberto Batista

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 27

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."

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Dominick Russo

Litigation lawyer | May 09

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer."

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James Chandler

Criminal defense lawyer | Jan 18

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Lisa Kirby

Appeals lawyer

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Pablo Hurtado

Immigration lawyer

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Shayna Cavanaugh

Family lawyer

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Michael Nieman

Government lawyer

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Christopher Crowley

Criminal defense lawyer

Experience

Rating:  9.7 (Superb)

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 Lawyers

Member

2011 - 2013

Collier County Bar Association, Trial Lawyers Section

Board Member

2010 - 2013

Collier County Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

President

Sample of Legal Cases

State v.

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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

2011

Adverse Witness Character Evidence in Civil and Criminal Cases

Languages

English

Spanish

Activity

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