75+ Jury Trials. 23 Years of Courtroom Excellence.

Daniel J. Fortune collaborates with The Peoples Defender on specific matters as Senior Litigation Counsel. Daniel has been practicing law for more than 23 years and has served as lead counsel in more than 75 jury trials in federal and state courts involving complex matters with claims in the hundreds of millions of dollars, voluminous digital evidence, and computer forensic experts. Daniel has practiced law in state and federal trial courts in Alabama, Colorado, Georgia, Mississippi, Florida, South Carolina, Indiana, California, Maryland, Virginia, and Washington DC. Daniel is married to Jefferson County District Court Judge Maria C. Fortune, and has been married and living in the Birmingham, Alabama area for the last 18+ years. Daniel began trying cases in law school, at the College of William & Mary with the most technologically advanced trial courtroom in the country, where he graduated with the honor of the Order of the Barristers in 2002.

Defending What Matters Most.

Daniel J. Fortune is trial-ready and represents clients in matters involving white collar criminal defense, cybersecurity, and complex civil litigation involving serious injuries and damages, including issues involving negligence, defamation, RICO, automobile manufacturer defects, medical malpractice, commercial vehicles and drivers, and even DUIs. Also, Daniel assists clients conduct confidential internal investigations often involving assessment of risk and/or responsibility for possible serious injuries or damages. Daniel proudly defends clients from government agents, subpoenas, and civil litigation. Daniel’s clients value his commitment to protecting their fortune including fighting for their best interests and reputations. Daniel often partners with other law firms to serve as local counsel and/or lead trial counsel to help find the best way to seek justice for clients.

From Fortune 100 Companies to Individual Clients.

Daniel has represented clients ranging from individual employees to Fortune 100 companies, including construction companies, financial institutions, municipalities, school systems, physician practices, churches, dental practices, and other small businesses. Daniel has represented individual employees and companies in matters involving the Department of Justice, FBI, Secret Service, State Attorney General Offices, State Offices of Inspector General, IRS, FDA, and various local and state prosecutors. Daniel has also conducted confidential internal investigations for large manufacturers, national sports organizations, international construction companies, produce supply companies, financial institutions, dental offices, and physician practices.  Daniel has defended clients from ransomware cybersecurity incidents and assisted in planning compliance programs for various state and federal data security requirements. Daniel has defended clients from asset forfeiture actions involving millions of dollars.

From Federal Prosecutor to Fierce Advocate.

Prior to starting Fortune Trial Attorneys LLC, for more than 6 years, Daniel served as a lead trial attorney for one of the largest and most elite law firms in the southeast, and as a state and federal prosecutor for more than 16 years. As the Deputy Chief Assistant U.S. Attorney in the Criminal Division, he supervised major cybercrime, white collar fraud, public corruption, asset forfeiture and national security matters. Daniel also served as the Computer Hacking and Intellectual Property Coordinator with top-secret security clearance, working on matters involving cleared defense contractors. In addition, Daniel supervised national and international investigations related to internet crime, money laundering, and cryptocurrencies. During his time at the Department of Justice, Daniel was recognized by the FBI Director for his work with the National Cyber Investigative Joint Task Force for contributions to complex and sensitive operations.

Shaping the Next Generation of Trial Lawyers.

Daniel serves as an adjunct professor at Miles School of Law, where he teaches Torts. He also served as an adjunct professor at the Birmingham School of law and a respected mentor and advisor for the Birmingham School of Law Mock Trial Team. Daniel also volunteers his time assisting the mock trial program at Ramsay High School in Birmingham, Alabama.