Daniel Patrick Saumur

Daniel Patrick Saumur

also known as Dan Saumur

5.0
Rating: 8.8

Licensed for 29 years

Military law Lawyer at Austin, TX
Practice Areas: Military Law, Employment & Labor

3420 Executive Center Drive, Suite 160, Austin, TX

About Daniel

Practice Areas

2

Practice Areas

Military Law 60%

Military Discharge Upgrades / Military Justice / Military Disability Retirement / Adverse Separations / General Military Law / VA Disability Appeals / Security Clearance Law

29 years

60%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Hourly Rates

$ 300-400 per hour


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Minnesota for 29 years

State: Minnesota

Acquired: 1996

Authorized to Practice

No misconduct found

Location

Tully Rinckey PLLC

3420 Executive Center Drive, Suite 160, Austin, TX, 78731

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Daniel Patrick Saumur's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

1 Client Review

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Posted by anonymous | September 15, 2025 | Consulted Attorney

This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.

Experienced and Knowledgeable Military Law Attorney

Mr. Saumur has the requisite knowledge and experience to assist with your military law issue! Highly recommend.

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Daniel Patrick Saumur's Lawyer Endorsements

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Heather Tenney

Military law lawyer | Sep 16

Relationship: Co-worker

"Dan is a compassionate and fierce advocate. He brings his years of experience in the military and as a Veterans Affairs attorney to every matter and is able to advise his clients on the best course of action. Dan is also an excellent resource for his colleagues and others on matters of veterans benefits and disability rating procedure as well as complex issues of military law."

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Jonathan Gonzalez

Military law lawyer | Sep 15

Relationship: Co-worker

"An excellent military and VA attorney. I fully endorse this lawyer."

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Ira Rushing

Military law lawyer | Sep 15

Relationship: Co-worker

"Dan has been an exceptional attorney to work with, and is completely dedicated to getting positive results for our Clients. His expertise can consistently be counted on by both Clients and other attorneys."

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Sean Timmons

Military law lawyer | Sep 15

Relationship: Supervised lawyer

"I endorse this lawyer. Dan Saumur is a very wise and compassionate attorney with decades of wisdom, insight and experience that is simply unmatched. Dan brings his sage knowledge to Tully Rinckey PLLC with keen intellect, forceful fierceness and powerful passion to aggressively advance the interests of military clients around the world. I strongly endorse this attorney!"

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Joseph Wilkinson

Military law lawyer | Sep 15

Relationship: Co-worker

"Mr. Saumur is an intelligent lawyer who is skilled at analyzing military legal issues, and dedicated to getting results for his clients."

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Michelle Alvarado

Military law lawyer | Sep 15

Relationship: Co-worker

"I've had the distinct pleasure of collaborating with Daniel on several matters and continue to be impressed by his steady judgment, work ethic and natural command of complex legal issues. He's the kind of attorney client's trust and the kind of colleague you want on your team. Excellent expertise and legal acumen...Most definitely and confidently endorse Daniel Saumur!"

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Bridgette Woodford

Military law lawyer | Sep 15

Relationship: Co-worker

"I endorse this lawyer. Daniel has the experience and skill to assist you with your military matter."

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Stephen Jewell

Military law lawyer | Sep 15

Relationship: Co-worker

"I endorse this lawyer. Dan is a subject matter expert on military law matters and advocates zealously for his clients."

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Daniel Meyer

Military law lawyer | Sep 15

Relationship: Supervised lawyer

"Solid counsel; a person to turn to when you really don't have an answer. Earnestly engaged on behalf of his clients, 24/7. Get Dan in your corner, retainer Tully Rinckey !"

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Anthony Kuhn

Military law lawyer | Sep 15

Relationship: Supervised lawyer

"Dan is a fellow veteran and excellent attorney. He is thorough and attentive to the needs of his clients. Dan is proactive and aggressive in attempting to obtain his clients' goals, and he is a pleasure to work with. Without reservation, I endorse this lawyer."

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Paul Friener

Military law lawyer | Aug 22

Relationship: Supervised lawyer

"Dan is an excellent attorney including his work with consultations. His willingness to go above and beyond to ensure his clients understand their rights and their legal plan forward is second to none. Dan is a reliable attorney who cares about the outcomes for his clients every time."

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Experience

Rating:  8.8 (Excellent)

Work Experience

2024 - Present

Senior Counsel, Tully Rinckey, PLLC

2021 - 2024

Attorney, U.S. Department Of Veterans Affairs, Board Of Veterans Appeals

1997 - 2021

Judge Advocate, U.S. Army

Associations

2023 - Present

Scouting America

Alamo Council Troop 515 Committee Member

Education

2009

U.S. Army Command and General Staff College

Joint Staff Officer Qualification

2005

Judge Advocate General's School, U.S. Army

LL.M - Master of Laws

1996

University of Minnesota Law School

J.D.

1992

University of Minnesota, Twin Cities

B.A. International Relations

Publications

2022

Change of Mission (Army retirement newsletter) A new perspective: the grass is greener on this side of the fence too.

Languages

Spanish

English

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