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Daniel John Christensen
also known as Dan Christensen
About Daniel
Biography
Dan Christensen has been practicing law since 1994. He started his career working in military courts, notorious for their strict adherence to rules and procedures. For the last several years, Dan has focused his practice exclusively on representing injury victims. He has been involved in almost 200 trials during his career in numerous federal and state courts against the largest defendants, including the U.S. Government. Dan will utilize his experience and proven results while fighting for you. Regardless of the size of the opponent, Dan has the experience and legal knowledge to aggressively advocate for his clients. And, just as important, he will give you and your case the personal attention it deserves from the initial free consultation through trial.
Dan received a bachelor’s degree with Honors in 1991 and his J.D. with distinction from the University of Iowa in 1994. After graduating from law school, he served in the U.S. Army Judge Advocate General’s Corps (JAG) in Fort Hood, Texas. He served as a prosecutor and defense counsel in numerous administrative hearings and courts-martial ranging from minor offenses to kidnapping, rape, and capital murder. After being honorably discharged from the U.S. Army JAG Corps, Dan joined a Texas personal injury law firm. Dan worked as the Chief of its Litigation Department and was the firm’s principle trial lawyer for years, trying numerous cases each year. Also, as the head of the firm’s personal injury division, Dan supervised and mentored between 15 and 20 trial lawyers at a time as they prosecuted thousands of cases.
Dan is Board Certified in Personal Injury Trial Law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization, as well as Board Certified in Civil Trial Law by the National Board of Trial Advocacy. He is an Associate Member of the American Board of Trial Advocates. He possesses the highest rating (AV) from the legal consulting firm Martindale-Hubbell and has been recognized by Texas Monthly as a “SuperLawyer.” Dan is listed in Best Lawyers in America and as National Trial Lawyers Association’s Top 100 Trial Lawyers. Besides representing injured Texans, Dan has contributed substantial time to writing articles for local and national publications, speaking to groups on various legal tops, and serving as an Adjunct Professor at the University of Texas School of Law.
Dan completed study at the Trial Lawyers College, a 3-week immersion program held on renowned trial lawyer Gerry Spence’s Wyoming ranch. The Trial Lawyers College was created by Gerry Spence to teach criminal defense and civil plaintiff lawyers how to most effectively communicate with jurors and achieve superior results. Lawyers have to apply and be accepted into the program to be allowed to attend. Dan has also attended both the Graduate I and Graduate II courses, also held at the ranch.
Practice Areas
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Fees and Rates
Cost
Contingency
33%-45%
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Licensed in Texas for 26 years
State: Texas
Acquired: 1999
No misconduct found
Licensed in California for 31 years
State: California
Acquired: 1994
No misconduct found
Location
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1012 W Anderson Ln, Austin, TX, 78757
DC Law
5717 S IH 35 Frontage Rd, Austin, TX, 78744
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Posted by Robert | January 20, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Personal Injury
Customer for life type of experience.
It’s 2019- And I’m definitely in a better place than I was 6 months ago- thanks to the DC Law firm! Last year I suffered permanent injuries in an accident, temporarily unable to work & stuck with a pile of bills and a totaled car due to the negligence of another driver. I tried dealing with the ins...
Posted by Thalia | December 10, 2018 | Hired Attorney
Great team.
Thank you to the DC team, Your experience has made this process simple and stress free. Lilliana and San Juanita thank you for going above and beyond and always being kind, helpful and clear in communication.
Posted by Elias | November 16, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Personal Injury
DC Law firm to the rescue
I was hit by a city bus. My leg is permanently damaged. No attorneys would take my case. Then I was introduced to DC law Firm. Thier intake supervisor Shemmy Noonan was kind and caring when we met it brought tears to my eyes seeing how much she cared, listened, and encouraged me.
Posted by McGregor | July 06, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Car Accidents
Great Experience
Dan and his team were great to work with. Even though the other driver was clearly at fault, the insurance company was giving me a really hard time. Dan fought for me and got me a great result in the end. While I hope I do not have to go through anything like this again, if I do, I will definitely ca...
Posted by Jesus Glz. | May 05, 2018 | Hired Attorney
Exceptional Sdrvice
I am completely convinced that the Christensen Law Firm has exceptional service. I am very thankful with everything they did and the fact that I never had to worry about anything! They gave me solution to my problems and I was satisfied with the results!
Daniel John Christensen's Lawyer Endorsements
"Dan, is an exceptionally gifted lawyer. Smart, extremely competent, and great strategist. I would hire him on any serious personal injury matter and I am a practicing attorney. I have known Dan for over ten years and I am very impressed with his skill set. Besides that, he is a heck of a good guy!!"
"Dan Christensen has the experience you need when dealing with the fallout from a serious truck wreck or construction accident. For over twenty years, Dan has been helping families who have been harmed by another's negligence."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer. Dan and I worked on a significant wrongful death case involving the death of man who was killed after he was struck by a forklift. In a short period of time we were able to secure a multi-million dollar settlement to help the client's widow and children. Dan and his whole staff were invaluable. They have the experience and "know how" to get significant cases resolved and I am fortunate to have worked with Dan and his team!"
"Dan is a well-prepared and smart lawyer who will leave no stone unturned when preparing a client's case for trial. He is intuitive and likeable by the jury. In short, I endorse him without reservation."
"Dan is the most prepared and professional attorney that I have ever had the privilege of working with. He is intuitive and brilliant. I would not hesitate to litigate any matter with him in the future or to refer any of my clients to him."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer. Dan's technical knowledge, trial experience, and collegiality make him a powerful advocate for his clients."
"I endorse this lawyer. Dan is a great lawyer who works tirelessly for his clients. He is a man of high character and is very talented."
"Dan is one of the best personal injury attorneys in Texas. He is whip smart and exceptionally talented in the courtroom. He is honest and has wonderful rapport with his clients. I wholeheartedly endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer. Dan is the best."
"I endorse this lawyer. Dan has many years of successful trial experience, and serves his clients with the utmost level of professionalism, respect, and ethics."
"I endorse this lawyer. A brilliant and diligent advocate."
"I believe Dan's trial experience speaks for itself. In addition to being a great mentor, Dan has a zealous commitment to his clients; one we can all learn from."
"Dan is an exceptional lawyer. I have consulted with him on several cases, and he always has well-educated and sage advice."
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Experience
Honors
2014
Best Lawyers in America, Woodward-White, Inc.
2014
Texas Super Lawyer, Texas Lawyer Magazine
2014
Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers
2013
Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers
2013
Super Lawyer, Texas Monthly Magazine
2012
Super Lawyer, Texas Monthly Magazine
2012
Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers
2011
Super Lawyer, Texas Monthly Magazine
2011
Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers
2010
Super Lawyer, Texas Monthly Magazine
2009
Super Lawyer, Texas Monthly Magazine
2004
Rising Star, Texas Monthly Magazine
N/A
AV rated, Martindale-Hubbell
Work Experience
2013 - Present
Owner, DC Law
2009 - 2011
Adjunct Professor, University Of Texas School Of Law
1998 - 2013
Partner, The Carlson Law Firm, PC
1995 - 1998
Judge Advocate General's Corps, U.S. Army
Associations
2011 - Present
National Trial Lawyers Association
2008 - Present
Capital Area Trial Lawyers AssociationExecutive Committee
1999 - Present
State Bar of TexasAdmitted
1994 - Present
State Bar of CaliforniaAdmitted
U.S. Court of Appeals 9th Circuit
National Board of Trial Advocacy
American Board of Trial Advocacy
Associate
National Board of Trial Advocacy
Board Certified in Civil Trial Law
Texas Board of Legal Specialization
Board Certified in Personal Injury Trial Law
U.S. Court of Appeals for the Armed Forces
U.S. District Court Northern District of Texas
U.S. District Court Southern District of Texas
U.s. District Court Eastern District of Texas
U.S. District Court Western District of Texas
United States District Court for the Northern District of California
Texas Bar Foundation
Life Fellow
U.S. Court of Appeals 5th Circuit
Texas Board of Legal Specialization
American Board of Trial Advocates
American Bar Association
American Inns of Court
Robert W. Calvert Chapter
Austin Bar Association
American Bar Association for Justice
College of the State Bar of Texas
Texas Trial Lawyers Association
Board of Directors
2011 - 2011
Capital Area Trial Lawyers AssociationPresident
Education
1994
University of Iowa College of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
1991
University of Iowa
B.B.A.
Speaking Engagements
2017
TTLA Car Wrecks Seminar
Determining Reasonableness of Medical Expenses
2016
TTLA Annual Seminar
Determining Reasonableness of Medical Expenses
2014
TTLA Car Wrecks Seminar
Winning Critical Evidentiary Battles with Trial Briefs
2013
Permian Basin TLA Meeting
Affordably Presenting and Defending Medical Damages
2012
Car Wrecks Seminar
Winning Critical Evidentiary Battles with Trial Briefs
2011
Rapid Response Webcast
Expert Panel, "Escabedo"
2011
Belli Seminar
Getting Extra from the Ordinary
2010
Superpower Seminar and Annual Conference
Direct Examination of the Treating Doctor
2009
May 2009 Meeting
Getting Extra from the Ordinary
2009
Car Wrecks Seminar
Drunk is Different: Prosecuting the DWI Car Wreck
2008
Regional CLE Program
Getting Extra from the Ordinary
2006
Car Wrecks Seminar
Voire Dire after Cortez
2005
Ultimate Trial Notebook
Common Evidentiary Issues and Problems
2005
State Bar of Texas
Common Discovery Issues in Personal Injury Litigation
2005
New Technoques Under HB4
Voir Dire after Cortez
2005
Legal Assistant's University Annual Seminar
Common Discovery Issues in Personal Injury Litigation
2005
Car Wrecks Seminar
Voir Dire after Cortez
2005
Advanced Personal Injury Conference
The Law of Voire Dire
2004
Car Wrecks Seminar
Handling Property Damage Claims
2004
Car Wrecks Seminar
How to Prosecute the $5-$50k Car Wreck Case
2003
Car Wrecks Seminar
Overcoming Juror Biases in Auto Cases
Publications
2010
UT CLE Car Wrecks Seminar
Paper: "Deposing the Adverse Medical Expert"
2010
State Bar of Texas Legal Assistant's University Annual Seminar
Paper: "Preparing to Depose the Adverse Medical Expert"
2008
TRIAL
There I was, Surrounded by the Enemy (an article on jury selection)
2008
ABA Ultimate Trial Notebook
Paper: "Voire Dire after Cortez and Hyundai"
2007
TRIAL
In the Eyes of the Beholder (an article on driver perception-reaction)
2007
State Bar of Texas Advanced PI Course
Paper: "Voire Dire: Strategies after Cortez and Hyundai"
2005
AAJ Trial
The Client Who Needed Me Most
2005
Am Jur TRIALS
Voir Dire in Low Speed Collision Cases - Plaintiff's View
2004
TRIAL
Select the Right Jury for Your Case
2003
AAJ Trial
When Poles in the Right-of-way are Wrong
2003
Jur Proof Of Facts
Proof of the Road Hazard Case
2002
AAJ Trial
Paving the Way for a Road Hazard Case
1993
Trial Counsel, Senior Trial Counsel and Trial Defense Counsel
An Equitable Approach to Applying the Attorney Client Privilege to Defunct Lenders
Languages
English
Spanish