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About Daniel
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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.
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Languages spoken
English, Spanish
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Contact
DC Law
1012 W Anderson Ln
Austin, TX, 78757
Resume
| State | Status | Acquired | Updated |
|---|---|---|---|
| TX | Eligible To Practice In Texas | 1999 | 07/18/2019 |
| CA | Not Eligible to Practice Law (Not Entitled) | 1994 | 11/04/2019 |
| Legal answers | 0 |
| Legal guides | 0 |
| Award name | Grantor | Date granted |
|---|---|---|
| Best Lawyers in America | Woodward-White, Inc. | 2014 |
| Texas Super Lawyer | Texas Lawyer Magazine | 2014 |
| Top 100 Trial Lawyers | National Trial Lawyers | 2014 |
| Top 100 Trial Lawyers | National Trial Lawyers | 2013 |
| Super Lawyer | Texas Monthly Magazine | 2013 |
| Super Lawyer | Texas Monthly Magazine | 2012 |
|---|---|---|
| Top 100 Trial Lawyers | National Trial Lawyers | 2012 |
| Super Lawyer | Texas Monthly Magazine | 2011 |
| Top 100 Trial Lawyers | National Trial Lawyers | 2011 |
| Super Lawyer | Texas Monthly Magazine | 2010 |
| Super Lawyer | Texas Monthly Magazine | 2009 |
| Rising Star | Texas Monthly Magazine | 2004 |
| AV rated | Martindale-Hubbell | N/A |
| Title | Company name | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Owner | DC Law | 2013 - Present |
| Adjunct Professor | University Of Texas School Of Law | 2009 - 2011 |
| Partner | The Carlson Law Firm, PC | 1998 - 2013 |
| Judge Advocate General's Corps | U.S. Army | 1995 - 1998 |
| Association name | Position name | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| National Trial Lawyers Association | N/A | 2011 - Present |
| Capital Area Trial Lawyers Association | Executive Committee | 2008 - Present |
| State Bar of Texas | Admitted | 1999 - Present |
| State Bar of California | Admitted | 1994 - Present |
| U.S. Court of Appeals 9th Circuit | N/A | N/A |
| National Board of Trial Advocacy | N/A | N/A |
|---|---|---|
| American Board of Trial Advocacy | Associate | N/A |
| National Board of Trial Advocacy | Board Certified in Civil Trial Law | N/A |
| Texas Board of Legal Specialization | Board Certified in Personal Injury Trial Law | N/A |
| U.S. Court of Appeals for the Armed Forces | N/A | N/A |
| U.S. District Court Northern District of Texas | N/A | N/A |
| U.S. District Court Southern District of Texas | N/A | N/A |
| U.s. District Court Eastern District of Texas | N/A | N/A |
| U.S. District Court Western District of Texas | N/A | N/A |
| United States District Court for the Northern District of California | N/A | N/A |
| Texas Bar Foundation | Life Fellow | N/A |
| U.S. Court of Appeals 5th Circuit | N/A | N/A |
| Texas Board of Legal Specialization | N/A | N/A |
| American Board of Trial Advocates | N/A | N/A |
| American Bar Association | N/A | N/A |
| American Inns of Court | Robert W. Calvert Chapter | N/A |
| Austin Bar Association | N/A | N/A |
| American Bar Association for Justice | N/A | N/A |
| College of the State Bar of Texas | N/A | N/A |
| Texas Trial Lawyers Association | Board of Directors | N/A |
| Capital Area Trial Lawyers Association | President | 2011 - 2011 |
| Publication name | Title | Date |
|---|---|---|
| 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" | 2010 |
| 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" | 2008 |
| 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" | 2007 |
|---|---|---|
| Am Jur TRIALS | Voir Dire in Low Speed Collision Cases - Plaintiff's View | 2005 |
| AAJ Trial | The Client Who Needed Me Most | 2005 |
| TRIAL | Select the Right Jury for Your Case | 2004 |
| Jur Proof Of Facts | Proof of the Road Hazard Case | 2003 |
| AAJ Trial | When Poles in the Right-of-way are Wrong | 2003 |
| AAJ Trial | Paving the Way for a Road Hazard Case | 2002 |
| Trial Counsel, Senior Trial Counsel and Trial Defense Counsel | An Equitable Approach to Applying the Attorney Client Privilege to Defunct Lenders | 1993 |
| School name | Degree | Graduated |
|---|---|---|
| University of Iowa College of Law | JD - Juris Doctor | 1994 |
| University of Iowa | B.B.A. | 1991 |
| Conference name | Title | Date |
|---|---|---|
| TTLA Car Wrecks Seminar | Determining Reasonableness of Medical Expenses | 2017 |
| TTLA Annual Seminar | Determining Reasonableness of Medical Expenses | 2016 |
| TTLA Car Wrecks Seminar | Winning Critical Evidentiary Battles with Trial Briefs | 2014 |
| Permian Basin TLA Meeting | Affordably Presenting and Defending Medical Damages | 2013 |
| Car Wrecks Seminar | Winning Critical Evidentiary Battles with Trial Briefs | 2012 |
| Rapid Response Webcast | Expert Panel, "Escabedo" | 2011 |
|---|---|---|
| Belli Seminar | Getting Extra from the Ordinary | 2011 |
| Superpower Seminar and Annual Conference | Direct Examination of the Treating Doctor | 2010 |
| May 2009 Meeting | Getting Extra from the Ordinary | 2009 |
| Car Wrecks Seminar | Drunk is Different: Prosecuting the DWI Car Wreck | 2009 |
| Regional CLE Program | Getting Extra from the Ordinary | 2008 |
| Car Wrecks Seminar | Voire Dire after Cortez | 2006 |
| 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 | 2005 |
| Car Wrecks Seminar | Handling Property Damage Claims | 2004 |
| Car Wrecks Seminar | How to Prosecute the $5-$50k Car Wreck Case | 2004 |
| Car Wrecks Seminar | Overcoming Juror Biases in Auto Cases | 2003 |
Customer for life type of experience.
Posted by Robert
Sat Jan 19 2019
Great team.
Posted by Thalia
Mon Dec 10 2018
Attorney endorsements
(14)Jory Lange, Defective and dangerous products Attorney on Oct 22, 2017
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
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.
Aspen Dunaway, Car accident Attorney on Jul 11, 2017
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter
I endorse this lawyer.
Todd Ramsey, Personal injury Attorney on Sep 1, 2016
Relationship: Worked together on matter
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!
Lannie Kelly, Trucking accident Attorney on Jul 18, 2015
Relationship: Worked together on matter
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.
Shelli Morrison, Personal injury Attorney on Jul 16, 2015
Relationship: Worked together on matter
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.
William Gammon, Foreclosure Attorney on Jul 16, 2015
Relationship: Worked together on matter
I endorse this lawyer.
Nathan Kennedy, Personal injury Attorney on Jul 15, 2015
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer. Dan's technical knowledge, trial experience, and collegiality make him a powerful advocate for his clients.
David Glenn, Medical malpractice Attorney on Jul 15, 2015
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
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.
Lisa Londergan, Divorce and separation Attorney on Jul 15, 2015
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
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.
Henry Moore, Insurance Attorney on Jul 15, 2015
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer. Dan is the best.
Jaime Lynn, Litigation Attorney on Jul 15, 2015
Relationship: Worked for lawyer
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.
Stuart Gibbs, Litigation Attorney on Jul 15, 2015
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer. A brilliant and diligent advocate.
Robert Kiesling, Criminal defense Attorney on Jul 15, 2015
Relationship: Worked for lawyer
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.
Robert Alden, Personal injury Attorney on Oct 13, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
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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