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Danel A. Dufresne
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Biography
Danel A. Dufresne is an employment attorney and founder of Dufresne Law Firm, PLLC. His practice focuses on representing employees in workplace disputes involving discrimination, retaliation, wrongful termination, disability accommodation, wage-and-hour violations, whistleblower claims, employment contracts, and severance negotiations.
Danel has represented employees in state and federal court, before administrative agencies, and in arbitration proceedings. He has handled matters involving Title VII, the ADA, ADEA, FMLA, FLSA, Equal Pay Act, Rehabilitation Act, and related state employment laws.
In addition to litigation, Danel has advised corporate clients on employment-law issues, workplace policies, compliance, and dispute strategy. This experience allows him to approach employment matters with a practical understanding of both employee and employer perspectives.
Danel is licensed in Minnesota and Washington, D.C., and is admitted to practice before the U.S. District Court for the District of Colorado. He was also a member of the American University Law Review. Danel is committed to providing strategic, direct, and effective advocacy in complex employment matters.
Practice Areas
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Practice Area
Employment and Labor
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23 years | 200 cases
Fees and Rates
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Awards
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Licenses
Licensed in District of Columbia for 21 years
State: District of Columbia
Acquired: 2004
No misconduct found
Licensed in Minnesota for 23 years
State: Minnesota
Acquired: 2002
No misconduct found
Location
Dufresne Law Firm, PLLC
(858) 740-8181
Fax
(858) 289-6527
Mobile
6417 Penn Ave S, Suite 7 - 1064, Minneapolis, MN, 55423
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Posted by anonymous | August 28, 2026 | Hired Attorney
The Humanitarian Lawyer!
Danel combines deep knowledge of labor law with genuine human compassion. I am deeply grateful for his firm's help and gladly recommend their services. Working with Danel Dufresne was an exceptional experience. Navigating an employment issue is stressful enough, but during my litigation, my husband ...
Posted by Zoraida | August 25, 2026 | Hired Attorney
Reliable and Excellent Work Ethics
Although this may come as delay, I want to take the opportunity to give credit where credit is due. Attorney Dufresne took my case and was very empathic about my situation.. He agreed to represent me even though I could not repay him. He took me in as a "Pro bono Client" showing great empathy during ...
Posted by Nicole | July 16, 2026 | Hired Attorney
Dan the Man
Dan did a great job for me and my family, he cares deeply about you as a person and will fight to get you the best outcome.
Danel Dufresne
Replied last August 05, 2026My pleasure!
Posted by anonymous | July 14, 2026 | Hired Attorney
Smooth and Professional Experience
I had an excellent experience with Dan. He was professional, knowledgeable, and attentive throughout the entire process. He made the experience straightforward and easy to navigate by providing clear guidance and timely communication. I highly recommend his services.
Posted by Robert | July 02, 2026 | Hired Attorney
Top representation, thorough and professional
Dan was very professional, made sure I understood what was at stake on every step, advised me on expectations. And fought every step of the journey with me to its conclusion
Danel A. Dufresne's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse this lawyer. As you can see from his bio, Dan has invaluable and impressive experience in his practice areas. He is a hard and diligent attorney. I highly recommend him."
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"I endorse this lawyer. Dan Dufresne is an excellent attorney. He has successfully assisted multiple people navigate the complex contours of federal security clearance law, ensuring they keep their access to confidential and classified information. Dan works aggressively to ensure each of his clients is provided with diligent, extremely competent and zealous representation with passion and enthusiasm. If I was in need of security clearance representation, I would hire Dan immediately to work on my matter."
"Exceptional counselor; slow to judge but dead on in his assessment. Collects his evidence carefully and decides only after all options are considered. Marvelous tool for a client."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"Mr. Dufresne is a creative, out-of-the-box thinker. He uses his skill and creativity to get results for clients that other lawyers would not get. I endorse this lawyer."
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Experience
Honors
2026
Client's Choice, Avvo
2010
The Wiley W. Manuel Award for Pro Bono Legal Services, State Bar of California
Work Experience
2017 - Present
Owner, Dufresne Law Firm, PLLC
2007 - 2017
In-House Counsel/Ethics Officer, Epsilon Systems Solutions, Inc.
Associations
2023 - Present
US District Court - District of ColoradoMember
Phi Alpha Theta Honor Society for Philosophy and History
Member
Phi Sigma Alpha Honor Society for Political Science
Member
District of Columbia Bar
Member
Minnesota State Bar Association
Member
2000 - 2002
American University Law ReviewSenior Staff
Sample of Legal Cases
ISCR Case No. 10-00891
Top Secret Clearance Granted
Education
N/A
American University School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
N/A
University of San Diego
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2006
Credit Research Foundation
Benefits of Implementing Commercial Arbitration
Publications
2010
San Diego Business Journal
Maintain, Expand California’s Enterprise Zone Program
2009
UT San Diego
Don’t pare enterprise zones
2005
Credit Research Foundation
Benefits of Commercial Arbitration
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers