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Daniel Joseph O'Phelan

4.9
Rating: 3.3

Licensed for 25 years

Criminal defense Lawyer Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Litigation, Constitutional
This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority in 2024
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About Daniel

Biography

Practice Areas

3

Practice Areas

Criminal Defense 60%

From minor offenses to the the most serious felonies we are effective and thorough.

27 years

60%
Litigation 30%

Trial Advocacy for clients.

27 years

30%

Fees and Rates

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Licenses

Licensed in New York for 19 years

State: New York

Acquired: 2006

Suspended

Lawyer disciplined by state licensing authority in 2024

Licensed in Hawaii for 23 years

State: Hawaii

Acquired: 2002

Inactive

Licensed in Alaska for 25 years

State: Alaska

Acquired: 2000

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Location

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Daniel Joseph O'Phelan's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.9 /5.0

53 Client Reviews

Showing 11 - 15 of 20 reviews | Practice Area Knowledge

Posted by anonymous | April 26, 2018 | Domestic Violence

Zealous Advocate

My friend hired Dan, and I observed all aspects of the case. As a retired lawyer myself, I found Dan to be not just competent but also an experienced advocate who has a deep passion for helping victims of domestic abuse (physical, psychological/emotional, etc). Dan listened to my friend's account of ...the abuse he was subjected to, took great care in trying to comprehend the details and damages suffered, and he exhibited behavior that illustrated his ability to tackle complex litigation. I would recommend Dan to anyone needing competent, aggressive counsel who also possesses an extraordinarily empathetic bedside manner.

Posted by anonymous | April 06, 2018 | DUI & DWI

DUI in Alaska

We consulted with Dan O'Phelan, he was very helpful and concerned about my son's outcome of a DUI charge. He filed some forms "free of charge" for my son, in order to keep his license active until court date. This was very helpful since there is no public transportation in the town.

Daniel O'Phelan

Replied last April 06, 2018

I appreciate the kind review. I was grateful to be able to serve your son. He is a good person and deserved the help.

Posted by anonymous | April 06, 2018 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI

Dan is the man!

I hired Daniel O'Phelan for my DUI case and he encouraged me to fight the charge after hearing my voice on the police recordings and how clear and non-slurring it was. I had no idea I could even fight the charge, but we did and prevailed. He proved to the jury I wasn't over the limit and the police d...ata-master machine was not operated correctly. He was amazing to see in the court room. So casual and in control the whole time. One thing he teaches you is that you have to just have patience with court system and realize everything moves super slow leading up to trial. Mine took 22 months to finally be over with. Don't make yourself a prisoner already before a verdict is given.

Daniel O'Phelan

Replied last April 06, 2018

Thanks Stephen. You are really good at what you do. I think your excellent character and demeanor was so helpful to a victory.

Posted by anonymous | April 06, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody

Absolutely fantastic

Love this guy! He was absolutely stupendous for my case. I had been fighting my particular case for weeks, on my own, getting absolutely nowhere. He was so sweet and attentive to my particular story, his intuition was spot on and he literally made one phone call and had my case pretty much resolved. ...I had my kids back within 24 hours, and the case was closed completely shortly thereafter. Now I can't guarantee that for every case, because I know some things take time, But I do know that he will do everything in his power to completely, thoroughly, and efficiently resolve each and every case that he chooses to take on. He is wonderful. Very sincere, professional, and incredibly genuine. After dealing with other lawyers in my past, I Highly recommend him above all others And if ever the situation would arise for me to use a lawyer in the future, I will have no hesitation to use him again.

Daniel O'Phelan

Replied last April 06, 2018

Thank you Rebekah. It was an honor to work for you. Daniel

Posted by LaVonne | February 06, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Debt Collection

Assets Protection

Mr. O'Phelan did a great job preventing a deficiency judgment after a bank engaged in wrongful actions. He challenged the Bank's compliance with the legal process and protected substantial assets from being unlawfully taken. I recommend his services to others.

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Daniel Joseph O'Phelan's Lawyer Endorsements

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Gina Tennen

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 08

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Daniel McBreen

Litigation lawyer | Mar 23

Relationship: Other

"Dan is attentive and conscientious, which are excellent qualities for an attorney."

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Daniel Allan

Family lawyer

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Daniel McBreen

Litigation lawyer

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Paul Sulla

General practice lawyer

Experience

Rating:  3.3 (Caution)

Professional misconduct

This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority in 2024.

Suspension issued in NY, 2024

updated on 07/25/2024

Suspended means an attorney lost his or her license to practice law for a period of time. The attorney typically returns to practicing law when the suspension expires.

Honors

2019

Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2000

Akaska Wilderness League, Internship with Stipend

1986

DeWitt Wallace Scholarship, Readers Digest

1986

Recipient of Most Competitive Studies Abroad Program, University of Cambridge Studies Program

1983

Scholarship, St. Paul Companies Scholarship

Work Experience

2000 - Present

Managing Member, Law Offices of Dan O'Phelan LLC

2001 - 2003

Attorney, Dan Allan and Associates

1998 - 1999

Legal Secretary, State Of Alaska Department Of Law

1996 - 1998

Law Library Assistant, William Mitchell College Of Law

1993 - 1994

Law Clerk, Ramsey County District Court

1984 - 1986

Diversion Counselor, Minneapolis Prosecuting Attorney's Office

1983 - 1984

Law Library Assistant, Law Library Consultants

Associations

2016 - Present

International Criminal Law Group

Member

2010 - Present

United States Supreme Court Bar

Admitted to Practice

2005 - Present

New York State Bar Association

Member

2005 - Present

Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals

Admitted to Practice

2004 - Present

United States District Court Hawaii

Admitted to Practice

2004 - Present

United States District Court of Alaska

Admitted to Practice

2002 - Present

Association of Trial Lawyers of America

Member

2002 - Present

Hawaii Bar Association

Member

2000 - Present

Alaska Bar Association

Member

2000 - Present

American Bar Association

Member

2012 - 2012

New York City Teaching Fellows

Fellow Accepted in 2012

1984 - 1985

Minnesota Literacy Council

Teacher of ESL

Sample of Legal Cases

JL v. J.W. Custody

Won custody

D.M v. Wells Fargo, et al

obtained desired outcome

State of Alaska v. R.I.

Suspended Imposition of Sentence

People of New York v. J. H.

Change of plea, with greatly reduced sentenced.

U.S. Army v. R.M.

Plea reduced from possible 37 years to 2 years.

Custody case: K.M.

win

In matter of 2 minor K.A.T. and A.N.T.

Client prevailed and obtained custody.

State v. parents in Matter Re: Minors

Parents maintained custody--a win.

State of Alaska v. V.A, 2016

Dismissal

State of Alaska v W. Ourada, 2003

Acquitted

State of Alaska v. B. Poore, 2015

Suspended imposition of sentence dismissed after 1 year.

State of Alaska v. K.Hecks. 2014

Reduced to 4th degree and suspended imposition of sentence

Cevil Loran Lee. V. David Horowitz, 2007

Fraud proved against defendant L. H.

EJO v. Gerard Lee Loy, Atty. HI Dist. Ct

Attorney lost case, all his counterclaims were dismissed, and he lost his appeal to the 9th Circuit Court of Appeals

State of Alaska v. B. Mooning 2009

Dismissed prior to trial

State of Alaska v. J.Kelly 2001

Aquittal

A.M. v. T.P 2018

Client obtain desired results.

J.L. v. J.W. Custody

Client prevailed and achieved his goals

State of Alaska v. S.L

Client acquitted.

State of Hawaii v. J.A.

Children reunited with their Mother.

L.G. v. R.G

Quick resolution for a fair price. Client satisfied with outcome.

State of Hawaii v. V. P

Client has no conviction after 1 year.

Felony Assault State of Hawaii v. V.P.

Conviction Set Aside

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Education

2017

St John's University

MA Education 1/2 complete

1996

William Mitchell College of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1986

Macalester College

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2012

New York City Teaching Fellows Speech on Google Privacy Changes

Google's Privacy Changes and Adhesion

Languages

English

Activity

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