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Daniel H. Wannamaker
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Biography
Daniel Wannamaker is a Board Certified Criminal Law Specialist and Board Certified Criminal Appeals Specialist. His office is located in Austin.
He has won numerous federal and state jury trials and has secured a presidential pardon for a client. He has recently won a not guilty in an aggravated robbery jury trial, and has represented a number of high profile clients in the news.
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Licensed in Texas for 41 years
State: Texas
Acquired: 1984
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Wannamaker & Associates
13809 Research Blvd #500, Austin, TX, 78750
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Posted by Kristofer | July 21, 2021 | Hired Attorney
Thoughtful and Effective
Daniel helped save me from certain misery. I was given a chance to change my life and I am grateful for the end result, that I had a second chance and was able to build a life out of what was certain misery.
Posted by Michael | July 21, 2021 | Hired Attorney
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Daniel is a great attorney and very accessible! He is personable and easy going and takes good care of his clients. It doesn’t hurt that he is a nice guy to boot! You will not go wrong by hiring him if you need representation, I highly recommend him!
Posted by anonymous | July 20, 2021 | Hired Attorney
Dan is absolutely amazing!
Dan took care of me and made me feel so comfortable about my situation. I couldn’t have found a better lawyer. Very prompt, courteous and respectful.
Posted by Kelli | July 11, 2021 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI
Sales professional
He is an amazing lawyer, he has represented me multiple times ona DWI charge and others and got me acquitted on all charges.
Posted by Greg | May 18, 2021 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI
Great lawer Go Getter tells it how it is.
I got arrested for dwi leaving a night club the officers had a sting in the club watching for drinkers dan pointed out to the judge why they had no reason to pull me over as in the video i did nothing wrong for the traffic stop. The judge threw out the case. Case dismissed. Mr Dan wannamaker is th...
Daniel H. Wannamaker's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse Dan Wannamaker. It's rare for an attorney to specialize in both trial and appellate law (state and federal), but Dan is an expert at both. He also deeply cares about his clients, and he fights for the best possible outcome, attaining fantastic results. If you need a criminal defense attorney in Central Texas, Dan's the right choice."
"I highly recommend this lawyer. I practiced in the same office and legal community with this lawyer for a few years. He is a highly skilled and knowledgeable attorney. He is regarded as one of the best federal criminal defense attorney in the city. He is professional, passionate and honest. I would trust him to represent any of my friends or family."
"I endorse this lawyer. One of the best trial lawyers in the State. Also superb in plea negotiations. Not just a hired gun--cares for his clients !"
"I endorse this lawyer."
"Dan is an expert in all Criminal matters. I have been lucky enough to work under his guidance on a few matters. His extensive experience and knowledge are the best in the industry."
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Experience
Honors
2019
Member, College of the State Bar of Texas
2019
Top Rated Criminal Defense Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2008
Criminal Appeal Specialist, Texas Board of Legal Specialization
1994
Criminal Law Specialist, Texas Board of Legal Specialization
N/A
Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers
Work Experience
2003 - Present
Owner, Proprietor, Partner, Wannamaker & Associates
1995 - 2003
Assistant Federal Public Defender, Federal Public Defender
1992 - 1995
Owner, Proprietor, Partner, Law Office of Daniel H. Wannamaker
1989 - 1992
Assistant Federal Public Defender, Federal Public Defender
1985 - 1989
Owner, Proprietor, Partner, Law Office of Daniel H. Wannamaker
1984 - 1985
Briefing Attorney, Texas Court of Criminal Appeals
Associations
National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers
Member
Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers Association
Member
Travis County Bar Association
Member
Austin Criminal Defense Lawyers Association
Member
Texas Independent Bar Association
Member
Sample of Legal Cases
State of Texas v. Tonche
Two felonies dismissed
U S v Rasul Scott
Sentence reduction to 17 years
Petition for Presidential Pardon
Pardon granted
State of Texas v. Adams
Dismissal of All Charges
State of Texas v. Soler
Not Guilty
U.S. v. Strother
Not Guilty
U.S. v. Johnson
Not Guilty
U.S. v. Brown
Not Guilty
U.S. v. McCord
Not Guilty
U.S. v. Jones
Not Guilty
U.S. v. Nevers
Not Guilty
State of Texas v. Dustin Clark
Not guilty
State of Texas v. Dustin Clark
Not guilty
State of Texas v. Dustin Clark
Not guilty verdict by jury
Education
1984
South Texas College of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
1981
University of Texas, at Austin
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2013
Advanced Criminal Law Seminar
Preparing for the Board Certification Exam
2009
Winning Strategies Seminar
The Impact of the Victim Witness Protection Act on the Federal Sentencing Process
2000
State Bar of Texas, Guide to the Basics of the Practice of Law
Career Killers
2000
Federal Defenders Organization, Inc., Brown Bag Seminar
Federal Arraignments and Client Interviews
1999
Alabama Criminal Defense Lawyers Association 1999 Spring Seminar
Use and Abuse of Informants
1994
Harris County Criminal Lawyers Association's Eight Annual Galveston Criminal Law Seminar
Specific Performance of Negotiated Pleas
1993
NORML Key West Legal Seminar
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