Business & Civil Rights Attorney in New York

Fight City Hall--and Win

Dan Ackman is a trial lawyer who specializes in civil rights, administrative hearings and constitutional law as well as business litigation. Dan is best known for successful class-action lawsuits on behalf of taxi drivers, including Nnebe v. Daus, the case that made it possible for TLC drivers to be reinstated after an arrest. Dan has also won reinstatement for dozens of drivers in individual suspension hearings. So if the TLC has suspended your license, contact Dan.

Fun Fact: Dan is also possibly the only lawyer in America to have deposed former and future President of the United States Donald Trump and former NYC Mayor Rudolph Giuliani, winning lawsuits against both.

About Dan

Practice Areas

Civil Rights

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Suspension Hearings

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Constitutional Law

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Business Disputes

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Recommendations

Tireless and a Winner

A fearless and dedicated advocate for civil rights, Dan tirelessly pursues complex and demanding litigation to protect New Yorkers. Dan regularly faces down some of the toughest and most experienced lawyers in the defense bar and routinely prevails.

– Client

Will not take no for an answer

Dan is a dogged advocate. As Lincoln once said about General Grant, “he fights.” I worked on a case with Dan a few years ago and was impressed with his determination and unwillingness to take no for an answer. Dan is an advocate’s advocate…

– Client

A thinker and a doer!

Very sophisticated legal thinker; dedicated to his clients and,most importantly, able to get the job done in court.

– Client

Dedicated to Fighting Injustice

Daniel Ackman is a superb attorney dedicated to fighting injustice. Dan has tenaciously and successfully litigated against governmental and corporate entities who seek to deprive citizens of their rights and assets.

– Client

Passionate and Effective Advocate for NYC Underrepresented Persons

Dan is a passionate and effective advocate for NYC underrepresented persons. He deeply cares about his cases and his clients.

– Client

Just an outstanding Attorney!!!

dan was amazing he saved my life!

– Client