Daniel MacQueen Hanifin

Daniel MacQueen Hanifin

4.8
Rating: 8.3

Licensed for 21 years

Litigation Lawyer at West Chester, PA
Practice Areas: Litigation, Divorce & Separation, Criminal Defense, Securities & Investment Fraud

134 North Church Street., Suite 2, West Chester, PA

About Daniel

Biography

Practice Areas

4

Practice Areas

Litigation 35%

handle all types of civil litigation from minor contract disputes and personal injury to complex civil litigation

35%
Divorce and Separation 30%

handle every aspect of family law including divorce, custody, child support, and adoptions

30%
Criminal Defense 25%

handle a variety of criminal defense matters including DUI, Juvenile matters, and other criminal matters

25%

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Licenses

Licensed in Pennsylvania for 20 years

State: Pennsylvania

Acquired: 2005

Active

No misconduct found

Licensed in New Jersey for 21 years

State: New Jersey

Acquired: 2004

License Administratively Revoked

No misconduct found

Location

The Law Office of Daniel M. Hanifin

134 North Church Street., Suite 2, West Chester, PA, 1938o

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Daniel MacQueen Hanifin's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.9 /5.0

65 Client Reviews

Showing 1 - 5 of 7 reviews | Character & Conduct

Posted by Jeff | April 09, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Speeding & Traffic Ticket

Great Service and Great Outcome

Daniel was straightforward and professional. He was easily accessible when I had questions or concerns and kept me in the loop. Thanks to Daniel, I was able to be found not guilty on my driving infractions. I could not have asked for a better experience.

Posted by Joe | September 28, 2023 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI

Gets the job done - very professional!

I hired Dan to act as my counselor for a DUI case I was involved in. Dan met with me the next day after a phone call to his office and started explaining all the details of the case throughly. He was always very professional and would put my mind at ease more then once. I highly recommend Dan for you...r legal needs.

Posted by Judy | March 26, 2019 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI

Highly experienced in his field and a great friend

I received my first DUI back in October 2018 and hired Dan to work my case. In addition to being very knowledgeable about the DUI court process and knowing how to work the PA law system, Dan went above and beyond for me when working my case; when my BAC results came back at my preliminary hearing and... was found to be a borderline result of the lowest tier, Dan went out of his way to try to get my charges dropped by talking personally to the DA. Dan is the type of lawyer who you can find a friend in and trust completely to give you the best advice during the court process. He won't treat his clients as just numbers and takes the initiative to understand them which I feel most lawyers don't care to do, but should do. I highly recommend him to anyone who looking for a great attorney, and would definitely consider hiring him again if I ever get into another situation with the law. Thanks so much for your help Dan, you've been so great! And keep up the great work!

Daniel Hanifin

Replied last March 26, 2019

Thanks Judy it was great working with you!!

Posted by anonymous | October 18, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Reliable and realistic expectations

I hired Mr. Hanifin to represent me with regards to an assault case. He not only worked the case with the utmost dignity, but also made a promise that he would do his best. He delivered. I understand that most cases does not always turn out that great, but he not only did better but got me into ARD a...nd now I will not lose my job, but I have gotten my life back. I am forever grateful for his hard work. Thank you Thank you Thank you.

Posted by anonymous | November 11, 2014 | Divorce & Separation

Great lawyer!

Dan Hanifin's performance as my divorce lawyer was superb! He kept in touch, was always available when I called his office, and had an honest attitude to the laws of divorce. He never once cut corners and always followed the laws. At times I had to suggest tactics for him to present to the other l...awyer but for the most part, Dan was responsive.

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Irene Levy

Divorce and separation lawyer | Aug 16

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Denise Werkley

Divorce and separation lawyer | Oct 28

Relationship: Co-worker

"I worked with Dan for a number of years and have referred clients to him several times. He has always handled clients with care and compassion and been a fierce advocate for their matters."

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Julie Potts

Divorce and separation lawyer | Oct 01

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I have worked with Dan on numerous matters in highly complex divorce litigation. Dan is a true advocate for his clients and reasonable to work with as opposing counsel. I have referred cases to Dan in which my firm was conflicted out of and I highly recommend him."

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Ellis Klein

Criminal defense lawyer | Aug 22

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Daniel Hanifin is an outstanding lawyer who does an excellent job for his clients. He is a zealous advocate for his clients and is always prepared in court. He also has an excellent working relationship with the local police and prosecutors which is a critical factor is getting clients good results in court. I highly recommend him for any criminal or DUI matter."

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Douglas Kaune

Divorce and separation lawyer | May 28

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have referred a number of my clients to Dan over the years with great results. Clients have mentioned his hard work and responsiveness as positive attributes. I would suggest using Dan's services for Divorce representation."

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Experience

Rating:  8.3 (Excellent)

Honors

2012

Awesome Attorney 2012, Suburban Life Magazine

2012

Philadelphia's most skilled, seasoned and respected attorneys, Philadelphia Life Magazine

2008

Pro Bono Acknowledgement, Judges of Eastern District of Pennsylvania

N/A

Legal Research and Writing Award, Rutgers University School of Law

N/A

Deans List, Rutgers University School of Law

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Deans Scholar, Rutgers University School of Law

Work Experience

2009 - Present

Associate, Unruh Turner Burke & Frees PC

2004 - 2008

Associate, Stradley Ronan Stevens & Young

Associations

2011 - Present

Whitney Lake Homeoweners Association

Board of Directors

2010 - Present

Trinity Cooperative Day Nursrey

Vice President Board of Directors

2010 - Present

Trinity Cooperative Day Nursurey

Head of Fundraising

2007 - Present

Chester County Bar Association

Member

2007 - Present

Delaware County Bar Association

Member

Education

2004

Rutgers University School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor Juris Doctor

1991

Dartmouth College

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2011

AMA section at West Chester University

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