Expertise

Focused Representation In Family Law

Daniel represents clients across a range of complex family law matters, drawing on extensive courtroom experience at every level of the Georgia court system — including appellate advocacy before the Georgia Court of Appeals and the Georgia Supreme Court. His background in litigation strategy, legal research, and case development supports thorough, well-prepared representation from initial consultation through final resolution.

Divorce And Domestic Litigation 

Daniel brings nearly two decades of Georgia litigation experience to divorce proceedings involving property division, financial disclosures, support, and contested matters. His background provides a depth of legal perspective that shapes strategy at every stage.

Custody and Parenting Matters

Daniel represents clients in contested custody disputes, parenting plan negotiations, and visitation matters, approaching each case with careful legal analysis and a clear focus on outcomes that serve the long-term interests of the family.

Pro Bono and Community Commitment

Daniel recognizes the importance of access to quality legal representation and has handled numerous pro bono matters across a wide range of legal issues throughout his career.

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Experience In Complex Family Law Matters 

Since joining Stern Edlin Graham, Daniel has applied his extensive litigation background to the firm’s representation of clients in complex divorce and custody matters. His work includes developing litigation strategy, preparing and arguing motions, and advancing case development in high-stakes family law disputes.

Clients benefit from his responsiveness, his command of Georgia family law, and a track record that includes appellate arguments before the state’s highest courts. His membership in the Family Law and Litigation sections of the State Bar of Georgia reflects a focused and sustained commitment to the field.
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Background

Education And Early Legal Experience

Daniel’s legal foundation reflects strong academic achievement and a commitment to the craft of litigation from the outset of his career.

Academic Background

Daniel earned his Juris Doctor from Mercer University’s Walter F. George School of Law in 2007, where he received a Certificate in Advanced Legal Writing, Research, and Drafting. He was recognized on the Dean’s List and received the CALI Excellence Award for Labor Law.

Early Career

Following his admission to the State Bar of Georgia in 2007, Daniel joined a well-established Atlanta firm practicing family law, personal injury, criminal law, and corporate litigation – building a broad litigation foundation before focusing his practice on family law.

Bar Admissions

  • Georgia, 2007

Education

  • Mercer University, Walter F. George School of Law, J.D., 2007
  • University of Georgia, B.A., 2003

Professional Memberships, Associations, & Certifications

  • State Bar of Georgia
  • Georgia Court of Appeals
  • Georgia Supreme Court
  • United States District Court, Northern District of Georgia
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Results That Speak for Themselves

Complex family law matters require more than legal knowledge. They demand preparation, financial understanding, and the ability to manage high-stakes situations with discipline and clarity. 

Our attorneys have represented clients in matters involving substantial assets, closely held businesses, and contested custody disputes. Each case is approached with careful analysis, structured strategy, and a focus on protecting long-term interests. 

Clients rely on our experience in navigating sophisticated legal and financial issues, as well as our ability to manage cases efficiently while maintaining professionalism at every stage. 

  • 100+
    Years of Experience
    Our attorneys bring years of focused family law practice handling complex divorce and custody matters across Georgia.
  • 200+
    Complex Cases
    We have represented clients in cases involving significant financial structures, business interests, and sensitive custody disputes.
  • $100M+
    In Assets Managed
    Handling intricate asset division, high-value financial disclosures, and complex property allocations.