Daniel Mathews Eaton

Daniel Mathews Eaton

also known as Dan Eaton, Daniel M. Eaton

5.0
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 17 years

Real estate Lawyer at Minneapolis, MN
Practice Areas: Real Estate, Business, Litigation

333 Washington Ave N, Suite 300, Minneapolis, MN

About Daniel

Biography

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$0 first 15 minutes


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Licenses

Licensed in Minnesota for 17 years

State: Minnesota

Acquired: 2008

Authorized to Practice

No misconduct found

Location

Waypoint Law PLLC

333 Washington Ave N, Suite 300, Minneapolis, MN, 55401

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Daniel Mathews Eaton's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

5 Client Reviews

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Posted by Ian | June 20, 2017 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Dan got our issue resolved

3+ years ago I found a mistake on our mortgage statement and no matter how many calls I made, I could not get it fixed, in fact they made it worse. The company started making threats about default so we contacted Christiansen Law and ended up filing in Federal District Court. We later reached a set...tlement that we are satisfied with. Three months ago they signed an agreement, but needed this long to finally clear up the accounting and correct the credit reporting. Dan contacted them almost every day during that time. Stay out of court, it is stressful and a few times I felt so beat up that Dan had to talk me out of walking away (I'm glad he did). Thanks to Dan, we made it through and the loan is now fixed.

Posted by Alex | May 25, 2017 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Integrity

I am a real estate professional and I have used Christensen Law Office 2-3 times for some out-of-the-ordinary litigation and potential litigation issues. I really like that they are intensely focused on my interest, so I know I'm not going to rack up needless legal fees. I highly recommend this law... firm!

Posted by Tracy | November 30, 2016 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Calm, solid and dependable

We contracted Dan to represent us in a legal case against a general contractor who greatly took advantage of us financially and did damage to our home. From start to finish, I felt in very capable hands with Dan and trusted in his ability to bring about a resolution in our favor, which was the case. ...I highly recommend his legal services.

Posted by Jennifer | January 26, 2014

Exceptional

Dan Eaton was an outstanding lawyer. He was straight forward, professional and respectful throughout the entire process. I felt comfortable talking to him and trusted him completely. He clearly explained the details of my case with me from start to finish. As my court date approached, he contacte...d me to explain again what to expect and to answer any final questions I had. I had briefly "shopped" around for lawyers prior to my initial meeting with Dan, but once I sat a talked to him, I knew that my search was over and wrote the retainer check before I left his office. Should the need arise, I would definitely use Dan Eaton in the future for any legal matters. I have already referred him to others.

Posted by maria | January 20, 2014

Mr. Eaton has been amazing

Mr. Eaton has handled several matters for me over the last two years. He has been strong, confident, fearless and unwavering in his representation of me. Yet compassionate, kind and considerate to me. He protected me and worked so hard for what was best for me. I wouldn't want anyone else i...n my corner. Knowing he had my back truly let me sleep at night. I am so thankful for everything he has done.

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Daniel Mathews Eaton's Lawyer Endorsements

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Barry Janay

Real estate lawyer | Oct 17

Relationship: Friend

"Dan is a true professional who offers practical guidance to his clients and stands as though he is in their shoes when he's providing guidance and advice. The best thing you can say about another professional is that you would hire that person yourself if you needed an attorney and I certainly would hire Dan!"

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Joseph Henderson

Real estate lawyer | Oct 17

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"As a solo attorney, I rely on a network of top notch colleagues to serve as co-counsel when individual issues exceed my practice knowledge. Dan is my absolute go-to on all things real estate and has proven, time and again, to have an excellent depth of knowledge combined with a confident and easy going demeanor that consistently leave my clients extremely satisfied and grateful."

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David Friedman

Real estate lawyer | Aug 13

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Dan Eaton. With his work in real estate, he is smart, thoughtful, and works hard to get real results for his clients. He is also an outstanding bankruptcy attorney, and the clients I have referred to him have been very happy with their outcomes."

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Bryan Battina

Real estate lawyer | Jan 19

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I have worked with Dan on a number of matters. Dan has a unique attention to detail and way of making his clients feel at ease during stressful situations. I look forward to working with Dan again!"

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Max Power

Chapter 7 bankruptcy lawyer | Jan 12

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Dan is a very knowledgeable attorney, especially when dealing with complex mortgage issues. I feel he would be an excellent attorney for any client considering bankruptcy."

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David Friedman

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer

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Bryan Battina

Litigation lawyer

Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2016

Rising Star, SuperLawyers

2015

Rising Star, SuperLawyers

2014

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2014

Board Certified Real Property Specialist, Minnesota State Bar Association

Work Experience

2023 - Present

Attorney and Owner, Waypoint Law PLLC

2009 - 2022

Attorney, Christensen Law Office PLLC

2007 - 2008

Law Clerk, RSM McGladrey, Inc.

2003 - 2005

Financial Counselor, Auriton Solutions

2001 - 2003

Agency Representative, State Farm Insurance

2001 - 2001

Instructor, National Outdoor Leadership School

Associations

2012 - Present

Minnesota State Bar Association, Bankruptcy Law Section

MSBA Bankruptcy Bulletin Editorial Board Member

2009 - Present

Minnesota State Bar Association

Member

2009 - Present

Hennepin County Bar Association

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Wirtz v. JPMorgan Chase and Specialized Loan Servicing

Client awarded $50,962.55 in damages and attorney fees at summary judgment.

Banks v. Kondaur Capital Corporation (In re Banks), 457 B.R. 9 (B.A.P. 8th Cir. 2011)

Reversed and remanded, settled.

Koller v. Lakes Area Home Buyers, Case. No. 62-CV-10-6101 and In re Hoffman, 475 B.R. 692 (Bankr. D. Minn. 2012)

Prevailed at trial.

Nelson v. Faithful Financial, LLC, Civ. No. 10-3405 (D. Minn. Feb. 10, 2011)

After suriving summary judgment on claims including fraud, settled.

Aarnio v. Village Bank, Case No. 13-CV-11-773 (Minn. Dist. Ct. Oct. 22, 2012)

Summary judgment holding that mortgage was void.

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Education

N/A

University of Montana

BA - Bachelor of Arts

N/A

University of St. Thomas School of Law - Minneapolis

JD - Juris Doctor

Speaking Engagements

2012

2012 Mortgage Foreclosure Conference

Helping the Distressed Homeowner in Foreclosure,

Publications

2015

Minnesota State Bar Association, Bankruptcy Bulletin Selected Case Summaries

2014

Minnesota State Bar Association, Bankruptcy Bulletin Selected Case Summaries

2013

Minnesota State Bar Association, Bankruptcy Bulletin Selected Case Summaries

2012

Minnesota State Bar Association, Bankruptcy Bulletin Selected Case Summaries

Languages

English

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