Daniel P. Dalton, Business Attorney in Detroit, Michigan
Over 36 years of legal practice · focused on Business and Zoning · 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review
Owner/PartneratDalton & Tomich PLC
Detroit, MI
Practicing business in Detroit since 1990.
- 36+
- Years practicing
- 5.0 ★
- 1 client review
- 19
- Bar admissions
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Daniel P. Dalton is an owner/partner based in Detroit, MI. The practice focuses on Business and Zoning. Daniel has over 36 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Dalton & Tomich PLC. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
- Based in
- Detroit, MI
- Experience
- over 36 years
- Known for
- Business · Zoning
- Handles Business and Zoning matters from Detroit, MI.
- Over 36 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with AV Preeminent.
About Daniel P. Dalton: Daniel P. Dalton is an owner/partner based in Detroit, MI. The practice focuses on Business and Zoning. Daniel has over 36 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Dalton & Tomich PLC. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Daniel takes on
Daniel concentrates on business and zoning. Each area below outlines the kind of case Daniel handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Business cases in Detroit, Michigan
Daniel takes business matters in Detroit, Michigan. 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.
Zoning cases in Detroit, Michigan
Daniel takes zoning matters in Detroit, Michigan. 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 P. Dalton — business lawyer in Detroit
Daniel P. Dalton is an owner/partner based in Detroit, MI. The practice focuses on Business and Zoning. Daniel has over 36 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Dalton & Tomich PLC. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Daniel P. Dalton, named one of twenty-five Michigan Attorneys as a Leaders in the Law in 2010, a Super Lawyer in Land Use and Zoning since 2008 and a Detroit Business Magazine top lawyer concentrates his practice in representing businesses and religious organizations in land use and zoning disputes. Mr. Dalton wrote the book on Litigating Religious Land Use Cases and frequently litigates, lectures and writes on issues related to land use and zoning matters throughout the United States. Mr. Dalton received his Bachelor of Arts degree from Western Michigan University and his law degree from the University of Detroit, School of Law. Mr. Dalton clerked for the honorable Chief Justice Dorothy Comstock Riley of the Michigan Supreme Court and is a founding member at Dalton & Tomich PLC. Twice elected to the City of Plymouth City Commission, Mr. Dalton actively serves on several boards and committees including the University of Detroit Mercy School of Law Dean’s Advisory Board, the Boys and Girls Club of Oakland and Macomb County and Cabrini Clinic. He is a life member and fellow of the American Bar Foundation, a member of the American Planning Association and the Michigan Planning Society.
Working with Daniel on a business matter
Daniel P. Dalton, named one of twenty-five Michigan Attorneys as a Leaders in the Law in 2010, a Super Lawyer in Land Use and Zoning since 2008 and a Detroit Business Magazine top lawyer concentrates his practice in representing businesses and religious organizations in land use and zoning disputes. Mr. Dalton wrote the book on Litigating Religious Land Use Cases and frequently litigates,…
Who Daniel represents
Daniel reviews new inquiries case-by-case for business and zoning matters in Detroit and the surrounding Michigan area.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
University of Detroit Mercy
J.D. Aline · 1990
Western Michigan University B.S. Honors Graduate Western Michigan University B.S. thesis Western Michigan University B.S. The Freedom of Assembly Western Michigan University
Honors Graduate · 1986
Jurisdictions
Daniel's state bar admissions
US District Court, N
2016 · ACTIVE
US District Court, N
2015 · ACTIVE
US District Court, W
2015 · ACTIVE
US District Court, E
2015 · ACTIVE
US District Court, N
2015 · ACTIVE
US District Court, N
2014 · ACTIVE
US District Court, S
2013 · ACTIVE
US District Court, M
2013 · ACTIVE
U.S. District Court,
2011 · ACTIVE
U.S. District Court,
2010 · ACTIVE
U.S. Court of Appeal
2009 · ACTIVE
U.S. District Court,
2009 · ACTIVE
U.S. District Court,
2008 · ACTIVE
U.S. District Court,
2008 · ACTIVE
U.S. District Court,
2008 · ACTIVE
U.S. Supreme Court
1995 · ACTIVE
U.S. Court of Appeal
1992 · ACTIVE
Michigan
1990 · ACTIVE
U.S. District Court,
1990 · ACTIVE
Daniel studied at J.D. Aline in University of Detroit Mercy and Honors Graduate in Western Michigan University B.S. Honors Graduate Western Michigan University B.S. thesis Western Michigan University B.S. The Freedom of Assembly Western Michigan University.
Law school and academic background
Daniel completed J.D. Aline in University of Detroit Mercy and Honors Graduate in Western Michigan University B.S. Honors Graduate Western Michigan University B.S. thesis Western Michigan University B.S. The Freedom of Assembly Western Michigan University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Daniel runs in Michigan 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
American Bar Association (State and Local Law, Council Vice Chair, Land Use Committee Religious Land Use Committee Chair) State Bar of Michigan, Real Property section
membership
American Bar Foundation
bar_fellowship
Locations
Daniel P. Dalton's office in Detroit
Daniel's primary office is at 719 Griswold Street, Suite 270, Detroit, MI, 48226-3316. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Dalton & Tomich PLC
719 Griswold Street, Suite 270
Detroit, MI 48226-3316
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Client reviews of Daniel P. Dalton — 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review
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 business attorneys in Detroit.
5.0
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How to hire Daniel P. Dalton — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new business 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 business attorney in Detroit, Michigan
A short list to run through before you commit: How many business 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 business practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every business 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 business practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Daniel P. Dalton
How much does it cost to hire Daniel for a business 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 business attorneys offer free consults — check Daniel's current terms during booking.
How long do business cases in Michigan typically take?
Simple business 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 Detroit?
Daniel is licensed in Michigan. Matters governed by Michigan 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 business 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
Business attorneys serving Detroit, Grand Rapids and Southfield in Michigan
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