Meet Our Attorneys
A highly accomplished business executive, entrepreneur, and former sheriff’s detective, Daniel J. Newlin boasts an impressive 28-year career with the Orange County Sheriff’s Office in Orlando, Florida. Throughout his tenure, Newlin rapidly advanced through various investigative roles, including uniform patrol, the sheriff’s emergency response team, vice, the sheriff’s special executive unit, special operations, and the elite fugitive unit. In these capacities, he collaborated closely with the U.S. Marshals Office to investigate, locate, and apprehend dangerous criminals. Newlin demonstrated exceptional investigative skills, successfully taking hundreds of violent offenders off the streets, including those involved in armed robbery, gang violence, human trafficking, and illegal gun and narcotics trafficking. Over the course of his distinguished career, he earned numerous awards, medals, and commendations for his bravery and dedication to service, culminating in the prestigious Distinguished Service Medal for Sustained Superior Performance after 28 years of exemplary service.
In addition to his distinguished law enforcement career, Newlin is a visionary entrepreneur who founded Dan Newlin Injury Attorneys from scratch. Over the past 22 years, he has grown the firm into the second-largest personal injury law firm in the country and one of the most respected in the nation for its trial advocacy and commitment to community service. His firm has helped over 500,000 consumers in need of legal assistance and currently boasts over 25,000 active clients recovering billions of dollars for his clients. This remarkable growth reflects Newlin’s strategic vision and unwavering dedication to providing exceptional legal representation while giving back to the community.
Most importantly, Newlin’s commitment extends beyond his professional achievements; he is deeply dedicated to his family, faith and community. Recognized in Central Florida not just as an accomplished lawyer, he is also celebrated as an exceptional father and a devoted member of the United Methodist Church. Every year, Newlin amplifies his efforts to give back to those in need, making a significant difference not only in Florida but around the world.
Beyond local efforts, Newlin’s impact extends internationally. He played a pivotal role in coordinating the first relief flights into Puerto Rico after Hurricane Maria, delivering essential supplies and returning individuals in need of emergency medical care to the United States. His humanitarian work includes facilitating life-saving cardiac surgeries for children in the Caribbean every year and Newlin was instrumental in providing rescue efforts into Ukraine, delivering medical supplies and assisting in the evacuation of families as the conflict with Russia escalated. He also sends representatives to Colombia and South Africa to provide food and build homes for those living in dire conditions. Through these endeavors, he demonstrates a profound commitment to improving lives both locally and globally, embodying the spirit of compassion and service. His philanthropic spirit exemplifies his belief in service and compassion for others.
With his superior law enforcement knowledge and strong proficiency in the law and business insights, Newlin is able to foster local, national, and international partnerships. He stands as a powerful advocate for his community and the United States of America.