Dan is a corporate attorney with a special focus on health care providers. He advises on all aspects of the business lifecycle, including initial formation and how to best draft important corporate documents and employment agreements. He understands the complexities of health care regulations and how they affect the decisions his clients make. Dan also advises in real estate transactions, working with commercial and residential leases and deeds. Dan earned his JD from the University of Washington School of Law in 2024 where he graduated fourth in his class.
When did you start practicing law as a licensed attorney?
After graduating from University of Washington School of Law, Dan began working at Montgomery Purdue in the fall of 2024.
What do you like about your work?
A lawyer's job is to allow a client to focus on what drives them. I often think of the doctor who became a health care provider because of their desire to help patients, only to find that the job involved more than just patient interaction. The best part of my job is being the person who lets the client focus on their passion and not the legal roadblocks they face.
What drives you professionally?
The interesting things our clients do. I am excited to work every day knowing that the work I do is helping my client accomplish their goals.
What skills have you acquired that make you comfortable and qualified in your practice?
A good corporate lawyer understands every aspect of the law in their practice area. A great lawyer understands every detail of their client's practice and is able to clearly and efficiently explain to the client how the law affects them. I spent years working in health care software. There, I learned how to explain complex technical matters to non-technical clients. The topic has changed, but these lessons in communication still make me comfortable when explaining a complex legal framework to a client.
When was the last time you said "no" to a client?
It's important to say no when time spent on an idea is not a productive use of time and resources. It is usually up to the client how to approach an opportunity. If, after considering the request, the only potential outcomes would result in inefficiently spent resources, I may suggest an alternative approach. It is important to never only say no, but also provide another path.