St. Mary’s University School of Law | Doctor of Jurisprudence

Daniel Collins received his Doctor of Jurisprudence from St. Mary’s University School of Law. Daniel competed in the Saint Mary’s Moot Court and Mock Trial Competitions. It was in his second summer in law school that he Interned at Factor and Campbell and shifted his focus to criminal defense. Daniel also helped establish the St. Mary’s Innocence Project to help identify and overturn wrongful convictions. 

University of Colorado at Colorado Springs | Bachelor of Arts in Political Science

Daniel attended the University of Colorado at Colorado Springs for his undergraduate degree while a resident athlete at the United States Olympic Training Center in Colorado Springs. During that time Daniel focused on pre-law classes while traveling and competing as an Olympic hopeful in Judo. Daniel obtained his bachelor’s degree in political science while maintaining his training schedule and traveling to Judo all over the world representing the United States of America in competitions.

United States Olympic Training Center | Resident Athlete Program

As a two-time High School National Champion and Collegiate Silver Medalist, Daniel was invited to live and train at the United States Olympic Training Center in Colorado Springs. At the time, the Center was home to the resident Olympic Judo Training Team, as well as men’s gymnastics, wrestling, volleyball, triathlon, speed skating, powerlifting, Tae Kwon Do and many others. It was truly an amazing experience to travel and compete to pursue his Olympic Dream. Daniel was consistently ranked in the top 5 on the United States Men’s Senior Roster in the 90kg, 100kg and 100+ from 1997 until 2007. Daniel competed throughout Europe and the Americas. Of course, the training and competing was intense and constantly being exposed to the highest-level athletes honed his work ethic and competitiveness. That fire to fight still burns inside Daniel, and he takes it into the courtroom.

Founder | The Law Office of Daniel Collins, PC | 2024–Present | Fort Worth, Texas

After four years as a Partner at one of the most prestigious boutique firms in DFW.  Daniel is excited to be able to reimagine his practice and bring his tenacious and empathetic style of defense to a wider audience.  At the heart of the practice of criminal defense is care and empathy for clients and their families as they try to navigate the worst situations in their lives. Daniel has had an opportunity to learn and study under many of the most experienced defense attorneys in Fort Worth with valuable exposure to high stakes complex litigation in both State and Federal Court.  Our experience has enabled us to get the job done when our clients need it most.  Call my cell today, 682-444-1004, to discuss how we can work together to reclaim you or your loved ones’ future. 

Partner | Cofer Luster Law Firm, PC | 2020–2024 | Fort Worth, Texas

Daniel was elated to join Cofer Luster Law Firm, PC in 2020. It was fortuitous that Daniel matched with a team of two attorneys he admires and enjoyed working with. In years past, Daniel had the opportunity to work with and try cases with Cody Cofer on several occasions, before Cofer left private practice to join the Federal Public Defender’s Office. Daniel became familiar with James Luster when they were pitted against each other during Luster’s time as a prosecutor (Assistant District Attorney in Tarrant County). Every case they have tried with or against each other resulted in a NOT GUILTY Verdict! The experience working with Cofer Luster was paramount to learning how to focus and provide an excellent client experience and obtain superlative results.

Criminal Attorney | Scott Burney and Associates | 2016-2020 | Aledo, Texas

In 2016, Daniel joined Mark Scott and Adam Burney to help grow Scott Burney and Associates and their practice in Parker and Johnson counties. This is one of the highest volume practices in the DFW Metroplex. Through his almost four years with Mark and Adam, Daniel handled hundreds of cases with great results and happy clients.

Partner | Factor Campbell and Collins | 2010–2015 | Fort Worth, Texas

Daniel began his legal career as an intern under the guidance of one of the most successful and respected trial attorneys in Tarrant County, Abe Factor. After the opportunity to watch the justice system in action hundreds of times during the summer of 2008, Daniel knew this is what he would do with the rest of his life. At Factor Campbell and Collins, Daniel was able to defend thousands and thousands of people with a wide range of offenses such as: possession of marijuana, DWI, assault family violence, aggravated assault, robberies, drug possession, sexual assault, and murder. This was the highest-volume private firm in Tarrant County. At the time, Daniel could not have received more experience at any other firm.

• Texas Supreme Court
• Texas Northern District Court

Daniel is a member of the following professional organizations:

• State Bar of Texas – Member
  • Daniel has been a member in good standing with the State Bar of Texas since 2009
• Tarrant County Criminal Defense Association – Member 
  • Daniel Collins has been a member of the Tarrant County Criminal Defense Lawyers Association (TCCDLA) since 2010.  Dan is an active participant in the organization’s many continuing education programs and efforts to improve the criminal justice system in Tarrant County.  The mission of TCCDLA is to promote superior representation of persons accused of criminal offenses, to promote goodwill in the community, and to educate the public about the defense of individuals charged with crimes.
• Texas Criminal Defense Lawyer’s Association – Member
  • Daniel has been a member of the Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers Association (TCDLA) since 2010 and has attended their premier continuing education event and speaker series Rusty Duncan.  TCDLA is the largest organization of criminal defense attorneys in the United States. The association started about 40 years ago. Through the years Daniel Collins has participated in hundreds of hours of criminal defense training and teaching through TCDLA.
• National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers – Member
  • Daniel Collins is a member of the National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers (NACDL) and recently attended their Annual Defending Sex Cases Conference “Zealous Advocacy in Sexual Assault and Child Victim Cases, attended by the most prominent attorneys and criminal defense practitioners in the nation.  This organization provides support for criminal defense attorneys at all levels of federal and state. NACDL promotes rational and humane criminal justice policy. We strive for a criminal justice system with: fairness; due process; and just punishment for the guilty.
• Tarrant County Bar Association – Member and Vice President of Criminal Law Section
  • Dan is a member of the Tarrant County Bar Association.  TCBA exists to improve the administration of justice, elevate standards of professional conduct, support professional development, and promote respect for the legal profession by the public.
• Parker County Bar Association – Member
  • Dan is a resident of Parker County and a fixture in the Parker County Bar.  The Parker County Bar Association (PCBA) is focused on increasing professional skills, enhancing colleague relationships, and creating a stronger connection between the community and the local legal professionals.

 In addition to his professional affiliations, Daniel is also involved with:

• USA JUDO
• Foundation for American Judo, Founder
• Congregation Ahavath Shalom, Member and Board Member
• Gun Owners Of America, Life Member
• Texas State Rifle Association, Life Member
• Parker County Sportsman’s Club, Member
• Manchester City Football Club Supporters, Member

Daniel has been recognized by the following:

• National Top 100 Trial Attorneys
• Top 40 under 40 – Attorneys
• Fort Worth, Texas Magazine – Top Attorneys
• 360 West Magazine – Top Attorney
• Super Lawyer Rising star in 2018 and 2019