
Daniel James Hurley, Insurance Attorney in Columbus, Ohio
Over 40 years of legal practice · focused on Insurance, Litigation, and Personal Injury · 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review
PartneratCrabbe Brown & James, LLP
Columbus, OH
Practicing insurance in Columbus since 1986.
- 40+
- Years practicing
- 5.0 ★
- 1 client review
- 2
- Bar admissions
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Daniel James Hurley is a partner based in Columbus, OH. The practice focuses on Insurance, Litigation, and Personal Injury. Daniel has over 40 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Crabbe Brown & James, LLP. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
- Based in
- Columbus, OH
- Experience
- over 40 years
- Known for
- Insurance · Litigation · Personal Injury
- Handles Insurance, Litigation, and Personal Injury matters from Columbus, OH.
- Over 40 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with AV Preeminent.
About Daniel James Hurley: Daniel James Hurley is a partner based in Columbus, OH. The practice focuses on Insurance, Litigation, and Personal Injury. Daniel has over 40 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Crabbe Brown & James, LLP. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Areas of practice
Practice areas handled by Daniel James Hurley
Daniel concentrates on insurance, litigation, personal injury, and product liability. Each area below outlines the kind of case Daniel handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Insurance
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Litigation
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Personal Injury
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Product Liability
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Insurance cases in Columbus, Ohio
Daniel takes insurance matters in Columbus, Ohio. 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 Columbus, Ohio
Daniel takes litigation matters in Columbus, Ohio. 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.
Personal Injury cases in Columbus, Ohio
Daniel takes personal injury matters in Columbus, Ohio. 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.
Product Liability cases in Columbus, Ohio
Daniel takes product liability matters in Columbus, Ohio. 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
About Daniel James Hurley — Over 40 years of Ohio insurance experience
Daniel James Hurley is a partner based in Columbus, OH. The practice focuses on Insurance, Litigation, and Personal Injury. Daniel has over 40 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Crabbe Brown & James, LLP. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Daniel James Hurley is a lawyer practicing general insurance defense, premises and products liability, insurance law and 3 other areas of law. Daniel received a B.A. degree from Xavier University in 1983, and has been licensed for 40 years. Daniel practices at Crabbe Brown & James, LLP in Columbus, OH.
How Daniel handles insurance matters
Daniel James Hurley is a lawyer practicing general insurance defense, premises and products liability, insurance law and 3 other areas of law. Daniel received a B.A. degree from Xavier University in 1983, and has been licensed for 40 years. Daniel practices at Crabbe Brown & James, LLP in Columbus, OH.
The kind of cases Daniel takes
Daniel reviews new inquiries case-by-case for insurance, litigation, and personal injury matters in Columbus and the surrounding Ohio area.
Credentials
Daniel James Hurley's legal education and bar admissions
Cleveland State University, Cleveland Marshall College of Law
J.D. · 1986
Xavier University
B.A. History · 1983
Jurisdictions
Daniel's state bar admissions
U.S. District Court
1986 · ACTIVE
Ohio
1986 · ACTIVE
Daniel studied at J.D. in Cleveland State University, Cleveland Marshall College of Law and B.A. History in Xavier University.
Law school and academic background
Daniel completed J.D. in Cleveland State University, Cleveland Marshall College of Law and B.A. History in Xavier University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Daniel runs in Ohio is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Awards, publications, and recognition of Daniel James Hurley
Daniel has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
AV Preeminent
Legal awards and honors
AV Preeminent.
Locations
Daniel James Hurley's office in Columbus
Daniel's primary office is at 500 South Front Street, Suite 1200, Columbus, OH, 43215. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Crabbe Brown & James, LLP
500 South Front Street, Suite 1200
Columbus, OH 43215
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Client reviews of Daniel James Hurley — 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review
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How to hire Daniel James Hurley — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new insurance 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 insurance attorney in Columbus, Ohio
A short list to run through before you commit: How many insurance 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 insurance practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every insurance 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 insurance practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Daniel James Hurley
How much does it cost to hire Daniel for a insurance 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 insurance attorneys offer free consults — check Daniel's current terms during booking.
How long do insurance cases in Ohio typically take?
Simple insurance 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 Columbus?
Daniel is licensed in Ohio. Matters governed by Ohio 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 insurance 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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