Daniel A. Seff, Employment Attorney in Burlington, Vermont
Over 35 years of legal practice · focused on Employment, Environmental, and Franchise · 4.5/5 rating from 18 verified client reviews
Member
Burlington, VT
Practicing employment in Burlington since 1991.
- 35+
- Years practicing
- 4.5 ★
- 18 client reviews
- 9
- Bar admissions
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Daniel A. Seff is a member based in Burlington, VT. The practice focuses on Employment, Environmental, and Franchise. Daniel has over 35 years of legal experience. Rated 4.5 out of 5 from 18 client reviews.
- Based in
- Burlington, VT
- Experience
- over 35 years
- Known for
- Employment · Environmental · Franchise
- Handles Employment, Environmental, and Franchise matters from Burlington, VT.
- Over 35 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with AV Preeminent.
About Daniel A. Seff: Daniel A. Seff is a member based in Burlington, VT. The practice focuses on Employment, Environmental, and Franchise. Daniel has over 35 years of legal experience. Rated 4.5 out of 5 from 18 client reviews.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Daniel takes on
Daniel concentrates on employment, environmental, franchise, general, and litigation. Each area below outlines the kind of case Daniel handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Employment
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Employment cases in Burlington, Vermont
Daniel takes employment matters in Burlington, Vermont. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Daniel agrees to represent you.
Environmental cases in Burlington, Vermont
Daniel takes environmental matters in Burlington, Vermont. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Daniel agrees to represent you.
Franchise cases in Burlington, Vermont
Daniel takes franchise matters in Burlington, Vermont. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Daniel agrees to represent you.
General cases in Burlington, Vermont
Daniel takes general matters in Burlington, Vermont. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Daniel agrees to represent you.
Litigation cases in Burlington, Vermont
Daniel takes litigation matters in Burlington, Vermont. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Daniel agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet Daniel A. Seff — employment lawyer in Burlington
Daniel A. Seff is a member based in Burlington, VT. The practice focuses on Employment, Environmental, and Franchise. Daniel has over 35 years of legal experience. Rated 4.5 out of 5 from 18 client reviews.
Profile
Daniel joined MSK in February 2017 after twenty-one years of diverse commercial litigation practice with two prominent Vermont firms. He represents individuals, businesses and government entities in all aspects of the adversarial process, including pre-trial, trial and appellate proceedings, mediation and arbitration.
Daniel brings a wealth of professional experience, creativity, street smarts and common sense to every matter. He aims to resolve disputes amicably where possible, and he is prepared to litigate those matters that cannot be settled.
Upon graduating from NYU Law School in 1990, Daniel joined Proskauer, one of New York City’s oldest and largest law firms. At Proskauer, Daniel gained experience in general commercial, labor and employment, antitrust, securities, international, bankruptcy, banking, estates, communications and products liability litigation.
Daniel returned to Vermont in 1996 and has maintained an active commercial litigation practice ever since.
In addition to his extensive commercial litigation background, Daniel has successfully litigated precedent-setting Native American law cases.
Representative Engagements
- Represented a state government entity against its insurer, claiming estoppel to deny insurance coverage and negligent misrepresentation regarding the existence of coverage.
- Represented abutters opposing a proposed multi-unit housing project that requires the use of transferable development rights for its intended excess density.
- Represented corporate and individual defendants in a trespass/nuisance/boundary dispute litigation concerning neighboring parcels on a Native American reservation.
- Represented an automobile dealership in a dispute with a vehicle manufacturer concerning the geographic placement of a proposed competing dealership.
- Represented an automobile dealership in a dispute with a vehicle manufacturer’s regional distributor concerning the dealership agreement’s renewal and upgrades to the dealership facility.
- Represented a federally recognized Native American tribe, its Tribal Police Department and its Board of Police Commissioners in a whistleblower lawsuit filed by a former Tribal Police officer.
- Represented numerous residential condominium owners who sued the developers of a luxury condominium hotel for violations of the federal Interstate Land Sales Full Disclosure Act of 1968, the Vermont Consumer Fraud Act, the Vermont Common Interest Ownership Act and Vermont common law.
Working with Daniel on a employment matter
Profile Daniel joined MSK in February 2017 after twenty-one years of diverse commercial litigation practice with two prominent Vermont firms. He represents individuals, businesses and government entities in all aspects of the adversarial process, including pre-trial, trial and appellate proceedings, mediation and arbitration. Daniel brings a wealth of professional experience, creativity, street…
Clients Daniel works with
Daniel reviews new inquiries case-by-case for employment, environmental, and franchise matters in Burlington and the surrounding Vermont area.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
New York University
J.D. · 1990
University of Vermont
B.A. Political · 1987
Jurisdictions
Daniel's state bar admissions
St. Regis Mohawk Tri
2009 · ACTIVE
U.S. District Court,
2007 · ACTIVE
U.S. Court of Appeal
2005 · ACTIVE
U.S. District Court,
2002 · ACTIVE
Vermont
1998 · ACTIVE
U.S. District Court,
1996 · ACTIVE
New York
1991 · ACTIVE
U.S. District Court,
1991 · ACTIVE
U.S. District Court,
1991 · ACTIVE
Daniel studied at J.D. in New York University and B.A. Political in University of Vermont.
Law school and academic background
Daniel completed J.D. in New York University and B.A. Political in University of Vermont. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Daniel runs in Vermont is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Recognition and thought leadership
Daniel has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
AV Preeminent
Legal awards and honors
AV Preeminent.
Affiliations
Daniel's professional memberships and bar associations
Vermont Bar Association Chittenden County Bar Association
membership
Locations
Daniel A. Seff's office in Burlington
Daniel's primary office is at 275 College Street, Burlington, VT, 05401. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Client feedback
Client reviews of Daniel A. Seff — 4.5/5 rating from 18 verified client reviews
Every review below is from a verified client of Daniel. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing employment attorneys in Burlington.
4.5
18 client reviews
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How to hire Daniel A. Seff — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new employment attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Daniel usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Daniel charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Daniel's office.
What to bring to your first meeting
Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; Daniel will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a employment attorney in Burlington, Vermont
A short list to run through before you commit: How many employment matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?
Fees & payment
Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for Daniel
Daniel discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in employment practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every employment matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. Daniel confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Daniel's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many employment practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Daniel A. Seff
How much does it cost to hire Daniel for a employment case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Daniel walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Daniel offer a free consultation?
Daniel charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Daniel's office. Some employment attorneys offer free consults — check Daniel's current terms during booking.
How long do employment cases in Vermont typically take?
Simple employment matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Daniel gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Daniel take my case if I'm outside Burlington?
Daniel is licensed in Vermont. Matters governed by Vermont law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Daniel will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.
What should I bring to my first meeting with Daniel?
Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Daniel will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Daniel accepting new employment clients right now?
Daniel's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
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