Daniel D. "Dan" McCawley, Real Estate Attorney in Fort Lauderdale, Florida
Fort Lauderdale, FL
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Daniel D. "Dan" McCawley is an attorney based in Fort Lauderdale, FLORIDA. The practice focuses on Real Estate.
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- Handles Real Estate matters from Fort Lauderdale, FLORIDA.
- Recognized with Best Lawyers in America — Real Estate Law (2026).
About Daniel D. "Dan" McCawley: Daniel D. "Dan" McCawley is an attorney based in Fort Lauderdale, FLORIDA. The practice focuses on Real Estate.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Daniel takes on
Daniel concentrates on real estate. Each area below outlines the kind of case Daniel handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Real Estate cases in Fort Lauderdale, Florida
Daniel takes real estate matters in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. 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 D. "Dan" McCawley — real estate lawyer in Fort Lauderdale
Daniel D. "Dan" McCawley is an attorney based in Fort Lauderdale, FLORIDA. The practice focuses on Real Estate.
Dan McCawley focuses his practice on real estate matters. Dan represents several distressed asset funds acquiring distressed loan portfolios, bulk condo purchases, REO and other distressed real estate. He has broad experience in the sale, purchase and leasing of commercial and residential properties including shopping centers, office buildings, industrial warehouses, apartment complexes, restaurants, golf courses, hotel projects and undeveloped land. His practice also includes acting as lending counsel for several banks, structuring joint ventures and partnerships and the negotiation of construction contracts and land use agreements. Dan's representative experience includes loan workouts, lease workouts, distressed real estate investments, and the acquisition and disposition of distressed loan portfolios. Dan represents several "serial" entrepreneurs and technology clients and assists them with their general legal issues. He also represents several restaurant chains regarding all their leases in the United States.
Daniel's approach to real estate cases
Dan McCawley focuses his practice on real estate matters. Dan represents several distressed asset funds acquiring distressed loan portfolios, bulk condo purchases, REO and other distressed real estate. He has broad experience in the sale, purchase and leasing of commercial and residential properties including shopping centers, office buildings, industrial warehouses, apartment complexes,…
The kind of cases Daniel takes
Daniel reviews new inquiries case-by-case for real estate matters in Fort Lauderdale and the surrounding Florida area.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
Stanford University
J.D. · 1997
University of Florida
BA · 1994
Jurisdictions
Daniel's state bar admissions
Virginia, Virginia S
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Florida, The Florida
ACTIVE
District of Columbia
ACTIVE
Daniel studied at J.D. in Stanford University and BA in University of Florida.
Law school and academic background
Daniel completed J.D. in Stanford University and BA in University of Florida. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Daniel runs in Florida is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Recognition and thought leadership
Daniel has received 9 formal recognitions from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
Best Lawyers in America — Real Estate Law
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Awards:
2026
Best Lawyers in America — South Florida Business Journal, "Best of the Bar," April 2004
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Florida Trend magazine, "Legal Elite," Real Estate Law, 2006
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Gold Coast magazine, "Broward County's 40 Under 40," 2009
2026
Best Lawyers in America — South Florida Business Journal, "40 Under 40," June 2010
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Law360 "Real Estate Practice Group of the Year," 2011 and 2012
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Winning Team, Chambers USA Award for Excellence, Real Estate, 2010 and 2013
2026
Best Lawyers in America — The Legal 500 United States, "Top Tier" Firm in Real Estate, 2013
2026
Legal awards and honors
Best Lawyers in America — Real Estate Law (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Awards: (2026). Best Lawyers in America — South Florida Business Journal, "Best of the Bar," April 2004 (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Florida Trend magazine, "Legal Elite," Real Estate Law, 2006 (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Gold Coast magazine, "Broward County's 40 Under 40," 2009 (2026). Best Lawyers in America — South Florida Business Journal, "40 Under 40," June 2010 (2026).
Locations
Daniel D. "Dan" McCawley's office in Fort Lauderdale
Daniel's primary office is at 401 East Las Olas Boulevard, Suite 2000, Fort Lauderdale, Florida, 33301. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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How to hire Daniel D. "Dan" McCawley — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new real estate 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 real estate attorney in Fort Lauderdale, Florida
A short list to run through before you commit: How many real estate 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 real estate practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every real estate 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 real estate practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Daniel D. "Dan" McCawley
How much does it cost to hire Daniel for a real estate 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 real estate attorneys offer free consults — check Daniel's current terms during booking.
How long do real estate cases in Florida typically take?
Simple real estate 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 Fort Lauderdale?
Daniel is licensed in Florida. Matters governed by Florida 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 real estate 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
Real Estate attorneys serving Fort Lauderdale, Miami and Tampa in Florida
Daniel handles real estate matters throughout Florida. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified real estate attorneys in that community.
- Fort Lauderdale6,726 attorneys
- Miami15,918 attorneys
- Tampa9,739 attorneys
- Orlando7,352 attorneys
- Jacksonville5,497 attorneys
- Tallahassee4,383 attorneys
- West Palm Beach3,699 attorneys
- Boca Raton3,668 attorneys
- Coral Gables3,397 attorneys
- Naples2,155 attorneys
- St Petersburg2,098 attorneys
- Sarasota1,994 attorneys
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