Education
- University of Tennessee College of Law, J.D., cum laude
- University of Tennessee, B.A.
Bar Admissions
- Tennessee, 2012
- U.S. District Court for the Western District of Tennessee
- Louisiana, 2013
- U.S. District Court for the Eastern & Western Districts of Louisiana
- Mississippi, 2014
Clerkship
- Law Clerk to the Honorable David R. Duggan, Bount County, Tennessee Circuit Court
Daniel operates under two principles: dedication to the client and there is always a third option. Too often lawyers operate under a this or that dichotomy, so Daniel makes it his mission to break this mold and seek alternative, creative options for his clients. Whether he's playing a board game or practicing law, Daniel has always possessed an interest in rules. Today, as an attorney, Daniel uses his knowledge of the rules in order to put his clients in the best position possible. With a distaste for short cuts, Daniel dedicates himself to long hours of tedious investigation, searching for any history and connections that may benefit his clients' defense. Clients can expect excellent commitment from Daniel as he works hard to find innovative solutions and leaves no stone unturned in an effort to find the third option.
Professional Recognition
News & Knowledge
- November 29, 2022
23 FormanWatkins Attorneys Named 2022 Mid-South Super Lawyers and Rising Stars
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Proudly Announcing Our 2021 Mid-South Super Lawyers and Rising Stars
Read More - December 28, 2020
2021 Louisiana Super Lawyers and Rising Stars Announced
Read More - November 30, 2020
2020 Mid-South Super Lawyers and Rising Stars
Read More - December 19, 2019
2020 Louisiana Super Lawyers and Rising Stars
Read More - October 6, 2017
FormanWatkins Wins Summary Judgment in Louisiana Take-Home Asbestos Case
Read More - October 21, 2015
FW&K Team Successfully Petitions Delaware Supreme Court to Accept Interlocutory Appeal
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Professional Recognition
- Selected to Louisiana Rising Stars (2020-2021)
- Selected to Mid-South Rising Stars (2020-2022)
Organization/Committee Memberships
- UT Law Federalist Society, Vice President
- Christian Legal Society
- UT Law Student Advisor
- UT Martial Arts Club
- Phi Beta Kappa Honor Society
Law School Honors & Awards
- Academic Excellence Award in Conflict of Laws
- Deans List – all semesters
- UT Law Advocacy and Dispute Resolution Concentration
- John & Patsy Waters Law Scholarship Recipient
- UT College of Law Scholarship Recipient
Previous Experience
- Extern in the Knoxville, Tennessee Public Defender’s Office
- Student Attorney in the University of Tennessee Legal Clinic
- Law Clerk to the Honorable David R. Duggan, Bount County, Tennessee Circuit Court