Mark G. Daniel, Attorney at Law - Fort Worth, TX
Mark G. Daniel is a legendary Fort Worth criminal defense specialist inducted into the Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers Hall of Fame, offering over four decades of elite trial advocacy in capital murder, federal crimes, and complex felony litigation.
Premier Criminal Defense Trial Specialist in Fort Worth
When facing catastrophic felony charges or federal investigations, the caliber of your trial counsel determines your future. Located in the Bank of America Tower at 301 Commerce Street, Suite 2001, in Fort Worth, Mark G. Daniel is recognized among the preeminent criminal defense lawyers in Texas. A former Assistant District Attorney for Tarrant County who founded the firm in 1984, Mr. Daniel practices within Daniel, Moore, Evans, Biggs, Decker and Smid-an association of criminal defense advocates.
Holding dual board certifications in criminal law from the Texas Board of Legal Specialization and the National Board of Trial Advocacy, Mark G. Daniel brings over forty years of trial experience to state and federal courts. Selective in the cases he accepts, Mr. Daniel devotes meticulous attention to every client. Whether you need to hire a criminal defense lawyer for capital murder defense, federal grand jury proceedings, or white collar crimes, Mark G. Daniel delivers peerless advocacy.
High-Stakes Criminal Defense Practice Areas
Mark G. Daniel focuses on defending individuals against the most severe accusations prosecuted by state and federal authorities.
Capital Murder and Violent Crime Defense
Homicide allegations carry the possibility of life imprisonment or the death penalty, demanding unmatched trial prowess:
- Defending capital murder, murder, and manslaughter charges in Texas district courts.
- Litigating complex vehicular homicide and intoxication manslaughter allegations.
- Exposing police procedural errors, witness misidentification, and establishing affirmative self-defense claims.
- Presenting compelling mitigation evidence and conducting aggressive constitutional pretrial motions practice.
Federal Offenses and White-Collar Crime
Federal prosecutions involve vast agency resources and aggressive federal sentencing guidelines:
- Defending corporate executives and professionals in federal grand jury investigations.
- Representing clients facing indictments for bank fraud, mail and wire fraud, and healthcare fraud.
- Litigating money laundering, tax evasion, and conspiracy charges in federal court.
- Negotiating favorable pre-indictment resolutions and declination of charges.
Forensic Science and Technical Evidence Defense
As a Governor-appointed member of the Texas Forensic Science Commission, Mark G. Daniel is an acknowledged authority on scientific evidence:
- Challenging faulty DNA testing, contaminated forensic lab samples, and improper forensic protocol.
- Dissecting ballistics, fingerprint analysis, autopsy conclusions, and digital forensic extractions.
- Cross-examining prosecution expert witnesses using cutting-edge scientific standards and peer-reviewed methodology.
Major Drug Offenses and Felony DWI
Severe narcotics charges and felony driving while intoxicated offenses require aggressive defense:
- Defending state and federal drug trafficking, manufacturing, and large-scale distribution conspiracies.
- Challenging unlawful search and seizure actions and invalid search warrants under the Fourth Amendment.
- Defending repeat DWI charges, blood draw search warrants, and breathalyzer calibration flaws.
Texas Criminal Defense Hall of Fame Honors
Mark G. Daniel has earned the highest honors in Texas criminal jurisprudence. He was inducted into the Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers Association Hall of Fame in 2021 and was twice honored as TCDLA Percy Foreman Lawyer of the Year in 2009 and 2024. A Fellow of the prestigious American College of Trial Lawyers, he has maintained the Martindale-Hubbell AV Preeminent rating for more than thirty-five consecutive years and has been named to Texas Super Lawyers Top 100.
Consult with Attorney Mark G. Daniel
When your life, liberty, and reputation are on the line, you need one of the most respected criminal trial attorneys in Texas. Contact Mark G. Daniel at his Fort Worth office at 817-332-3822 to schedule a confidential legal consultation.
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Location & Access
Primary Address
Located in the center of Downtown Fort Worth, positioned within the premier Sundance Square business and entertainment district.
Building Location
This is the Bank of America Tower (part of the City Center Fort Worth complex), an iconic 38-story Class-A glass skyscraper designed by renowned architect Paul Rudolph. It is located close to the Bass Performance Hall and the Flying Saucer Draught Emporium.
Parking Details
Convenient covered parking is accessible in the connected City Center Parking Garage via skybridge, and professional valet parking is available directly in front of the building.
Public Transit
Served by Trinity Metro Route Orange Line (Stockyards/North Side Station); nearest stop is at Commerce & 3rd.
Accessibility / Suite Access
Enter the main street-level lobby of the Bank of America Tower. After checking in at the security desk to obtain a visitor QR code, take the high-speed passenger elevator up to the 20th floor and proceed to Suite 2001.