Daniel R. Brice, Employment Attorney in Syracuse, New York
Over 22 years of legal practice · focused on Employment and Litigation · 4.8/5 rating from 1 verified client review
PartneratBlitman & King LLP
Syracuse, NY
Practicing employment in Syracuse since 2004.
- 22+
- Years practicing
- 4.8 ★
- 1 client review
- 10
- Bar admissions
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Daniel R. Brice is a partner based in Syracuse, NY. The practice focuses on Employment and Litigation. Daniel has over 22 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Blitman & King LLP. Rated 4.8 out of 5 from 1 client review.
- Based in
- Syracuse, NY
- Experience
- over 22 years
- Known for
- Employment · Litigation
- Handles Employment and Litigation matters from Syracuse, NY.
- Over 22 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Daniel R. Brice: Daniel R. Brice is a partner based in Syracuse, NY. The practice focuses on Employment and Litigation. Daniel has over 22 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Blitman & King LLP. Rated 4.8 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Daniel takes on
Daniel concentrates on employment and litigation. Each area below outlines the kind of case Daniel handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Employment cases in Syracuse, New York
Daniel takes employment matters in Syracuse, New York. 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 Syracuse, New York
Daniel takes litigation matters in Syracuse, New York. 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 R. Brice — employment lawyer in Syracuse
Daniel R. Brice is a partner based in Syracuse, NY. The practice focuses on Employment and Litigation. Daniel has over 22 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Blitman & King LLP. Rated 4.8 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Dan Brice’s practice focuses on employee benefits. He represents benefit funds in complex ERISA litigation and counsels sponsors of multiemployer and single-employer plans, companies, tax-exempt entities and executives on all matters of ERISA and employee benefits. Dan advises on the design, operation and qualification of pension and welfare benefit plans. Dan regularly advises clients on how to best avoid disputes. However, when a dispute arises, Dan aggressively advocates on his client’s behalf. Dan has represented clients in front of the Pension Benefit Guaranty Corporation, Internal Revenue Service, United States Department of Labor, and state and federal courts. No matter the forum, the goal always remains the same — obtain a favorable result for the client.
Significant Representations:
Assisted plans with analysis and impact under the Affordable Care Act
Assisted in contract negotiations involving ACA compliance and Cadillac tax considerations
Assisted plan administrators with DOL and IRS examinations
Assisted plan fiduciaries with ERISA fiduciary responsibility and review of service provider contracts and fees
Advised plan administrators, fiduciaries, and trustees on ACA and ERISA compliance and administration of plans
Assisted plan fiduciaries with correction programs of DOL and IRS
Successfully defended plan fiduciaries on claims for breach of fiduciary duty, benefits and penalties under ERISA
Drafted and amended pension and health plan documents to ensure legal compliance
Speaking Engagements:
- Alternatives - Part II: A Workshop on Hybrid Plans, International Foundation Annual Conference, November 2020
- Managing Taft-Hartley Funds in Uncertain Times, November 2020
- COVID-19 Return to the Workplace Strategies, International Foundation Training Center Virtual Conference, June 2020
- Managing Taft-Hartley Funds in Uncertain COVID-19 Times, Series of Interactive Cornell ILR Webinars, April/May 2020
- Construction Industry Drug Testing - Construction Industry Benefits Conference, Boston, MA, September 2019
- HIPAA Audits and the Future - International Foundation of Employee Benefit Plans Annual Conference, October 2018
- Legal Update - NY Labor Health Care Alliance, 4th Annual Benefit Seminar, September 2018
- Employee Benefits Update - Blitman & King 28th Annual Labor and Employment Law Seminar, March 2018
- Best Practices in Handling Internal Claims and Appeals - International Foundation of Employee Benefit Plans Annual Conference, October 2017
- Pension Benefit Basics for Union-Side Labor Lawyers - AFL-CIO LCC, Denver, CO, May 2017
- Retirement Plan Fees for the Public Sector - International Foundation, Columbus, OH, April 2017
- Anatomy of a Benefit Appeal - A Discussion and Primer on the Best Practices for Handling Benefit Appeals - International Foundation Webcast, February 2017
- Where Chronic Pain Management Meets Mental Health - International Foundation, Orlando, FL, November 2016
- Mental Health Parity and Addiction Equity Act: Does Your Plan Comply - International Foundation Webcast, August 2016
- Affordable Care Act: Compliance Update - International Foundation, Trustees & Administrators Institute, Las Vegas, NV, June 2016
- Subrogation/Reimbursement Issues, March 2016
- Affordable Care Act: Compliance Update - International Foundation, Trustees & Administrators Institute, Orlando, FL, February 2016
- Health Care Reform: A Seminar for Union Representatives - The Worker Institute at Cornell ILR, December 2015
- Navigating ACA: What Attorneys Need to Know - International Foundation Annual Conference, Honolulu, HI, November 2015
- Latest Updates on the ACA and Exchange Marketplace - International Foundation, Las Vegas, NV, September 2015
- U.S. Dept. of Labor, Employee Benefit Security Administration, Investigation Issues, June 2015
- Health Care: ACA Bargaining Basics for Union Lawyers and Organizing Opportunities - AFL-CIO LCC, Philadelphia, PA, April 2015
- Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act Update - New York State Bar Association, 2014
- Health Care Reform & Bargaining - The Worker Institute at Cornell ILR, May 2013
Daniel's approach to employment cases
Dan Brice’s practice focuses on employee benefits. He represents benefit funds in complex ERISA litigation and counsels sponsors of multiemployer and single-employer plans, companies, tax-exempt entities and executives on all matters of ERISA and employee benefits. Dan advises on the design, operation and qualification of pension and welfare benefit plans. Dan regularly advises clients on how to…
Clients Daniel works with
Daniel reviews new inquiries case-by-case for employment and litigation matters in Syracuse and the surrounding New York area.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
State University of New York at Buffalo School of Law
J.D. · 2003
State University of New York at Oswego
B.A. Communication · 1997
Jurisdictions
Daniel's state bar admissions
U.S. District Court,
2021 · ACTIVE
Massachusetts
2021 · ACTIVE
U.S. Court of Appeal
2016 · ACTIVE
U.S. District Court,
2015 · ACTIVE
U.S. Bankruptcy Cour
2015 · ACTIVE
U.S. Bankruptcy Cour
2009 · ACTIVE
U.S. District Court,
2006 · ACTIVE
U.S. Bankruptcy Cour
2004 · ACTIVE
U.S. District Court,
2004 · ACTIVE
New York
2004 · ACTIVE
Daniel studied at J.D. in State University of New York at Buffalo School of Law and B.A. Communication in State University of New York at Oswego.
Law school and academic background
Daniel completed J.D. in State University of New York at Buffalo School of Law and B.A. Communication in State University of New York at Oswego. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Daniel runs in New York is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Affiliations
Daniel's professional memberships and bar associations
Onondaga County Bar Association New York State Bar Association
Labor and Employment Law Section) American Bar Association (Labor and Employment and Litigation Sections · membership
Locations
Daniel R. Brice's office in Syracuse
Daniel's primary office is at Franklin Center, Suite 300, 443 North Franklin Street, Syracuse, NY, 13204-5412. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Blitman & King LLP
Franklin Center, Suite 300, 443 North Franklin Street
Syracuse, NY 13204-5412
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Client reviews of Daniel R. Brice — 4.8/5 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 employment attorneys in Syracuse.
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How to hire Daniel R. Brice — 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 Syracuse, New York
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 R. Brice
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 New York 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 Syracuse?
Daniel is licensed in New York. Matters governed by New York 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
Employment attorneys serving Syracuse and Albany in New York
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