Daniel P Steele, Appellate Attorney in Troy, Michigan
Over 44 years of legal practice · focused on Appellate, Aviation, and Insurance · 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review
MemberatVandeveer Garzia Professional Corporation
Troy, MI
Practicing appellate in Troy since 1982.
- 44+
- Years practicing
- 5.0 ★
- 1 client review
- 2
- Bar admissions
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Daniel P Steele is a member based in Troy, MI. The practice focuses on Appellate, Aviation, and Insurance. Daniel has over 44 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Vandeveer Garzia Professional Corporation. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
- Based in
- Troy, MI
- Experience
- over 44 years
- Known for
- Appellate · Aviation · Insurance
- Handles Appellate, Aviation, and Insurance matters from Troy, MI.
- Over 44 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with AV Preeminent.
About Daniel P Steele: Daniel P Steele is a member based in Troy, MI. The practice focuses on Appellate, Aviation, and Insurance. Daniel has over 44 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Vandeveer Garzia Professional Corporation. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Daniel takes on
Daniel concentrates on appellate, aviation, insurance, litigation, and personal injury. Each area below outlines the kind of case Daniel handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Appellate
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Aviation
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Insurance
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Litigation
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Personal Injury
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Appellate cases in Troy, Michigan
Daniel takes appellate matters in Troy, 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.
Aviation cases in Troy, Michigan
Daniel takes aviation matters in Troy, 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.
Insurance cases in Troy, Michigan
Daniel takes insurance matters in Troy, 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.
Litigation cases in Troy, Michigan
Daniel takes litigation matters in Troy, 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.
Personal Injury cases in Troy, Michigan
Daniel takes personal injury matters in Troy, 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 Steele — appellate lawyer in Troy
Daniel P Steele is a member based in Troy, MI. The practice focuses on Appellate, Aviation, and Insurance. Daniel has over 44 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Vandeveer Garzia Professional Corporation. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Daniel P Steele is a lawyer practicing negligence law, products liability law, aviation law and 5 other areas of law. Daniel received a B.A. degree from Michigan State University in 1978, and has been licensed for 44 years. Daniel practices at Vandeveer Garzia Professional Corporation in Troy, MI.
How Daniel handles appellate matters
Daniel P Steele is a lawyer practicing negligence law, products liability law, aviation law and 5 other areas of law. Daniel received a B.A. degree from Michigan State University in 1978, and has been licensed for 44 years. Daniel practices at Vandeveer Garzia Professional Corporation in Troy, MI.
Who Daniel represents
Daniel reviews new inquiries case-by-case for appellate, aviation, and insurance matters in Troy and the surrounding Michigan area.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
Wayne State University
J.D. · 1982
Michigan State University
B.A. · 1978
Jurisdictions
Daniel's state bar admissions
U.S. District Court,
1982 · ACTIVE
Michigan
1982 · ACTIVE
Daniel studied at J.D. in Wayne State University and B.A. in Michigan State University.
Law school and academic background
Daniel completed J.D. in Wayne State University and B.A. in Michigan State 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
Detroit and American (Member, Litigation Section) Bar Associations State Bar of Michigan (Member, Negligence Section) Association of Defense Trial Counsel
membership
Locations
Daniel P Steele's office in Troy
Daniel's primary office is at 840 West Long Lake Rd., Ste 600., Troy, MI, 48098. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Vandeveer Garzia Professional Corporation
840 West Long Lake Rd., Ste 600.
Troy, MI 48098
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Client reviews of Daniel P Steele — 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review
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5.0
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How to hire Daniel P Steele — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new appellate 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 appellate attorney in Troy, Michigan
A short list to run through before you commit: How many appellate 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 appellate practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every appellate 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 appellate practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Daniel P Steele
How much does it cost to hire Daniel for a appellate 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 appellate attorneys offer free consults — check Daniel's current terms during booking.
How long do appellate cases in Michigan typically take?
Simple appellate 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 Troy?
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 appellate 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
Appellate attorneys serving Troy, Detroit and Grand Rapids in Michigan
Daniel handles appellate matters throughout Michigan. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified appellate attorneys in that community.
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