Dan is a senior partner in Michael Best’s IP practice. He serves as a key advisor to clients ranging from large manufacturers to start-ups. As a 25+ year practitioner at Michael Best, Dan leverages his deep knowledge of the Firm’s legal and consulting services to align the best team to achieve each client’s objectives.
A pragmatic problem solver, Dan focuses on understanding each client’s unique business needs and trajectory. His clients appreciate Dan’s genuine desire to help them navigate complex challenges and see them succeed.
In his IP practice, Dan focuses on high-value patent matters. In addition to managing a robust prosecution practice, Dan regularly drafts and negotiates licenses, IP provisions of asset purchase agreements, design and development agreements, and other IP-related agreements. He also counsels clients on enforcement and dispute avoidance, and provides technical and strategic support in litigated matters. Dan is often involved in IP due diligence for major transactions.
Dan is dedicated to providing top-tier client service and keeping abreast of innovation to continually meet clients’ evolving needs. He provides thought leadership through his service on Michael Best’s Management Committee, Innovation Council, and AI Center of Excellence.
Dan’s work has been recognized by both clients and industry peers. He is ranked in IP Law by Chambers USA and is honored as one of The Best Lawyers in American in Patent Law by US News. Dan is also recognized as a top patent lawyer by the IAM Patent 1000, and he was the 2014 recipient of Lexology’s Client Choice Award, a distinction that recognizes attorneys who stand apart for exceptional client service.