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Daniel DainL Use Zoning Attorney in Boston, MA
Brennan, Dain, Le Ray, Wiest, Torpy & Garner, P.C.
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Contact
Email
ddain@daintorpy.com
Phone
(617) 606-4428
Address
129 South Street, Boston, MA, 02111-2837, US
Professional
About
Daniel P. Dain serves as Chairman of Brennan, Dain, Le Ray, Wiest, Torpy & Garner, P.C., located in Boston, Massachusetts. A seasoned trial attorney, Mr. Dain specializes in representing real estate developers and property owners. He began his legal career as a commercial litigator with Goodwin Procter LLP, where he eventually co-chaired the firm’s real estate and land use litigation practice group. Mr. Dain's extensive real estate litigation practice encompasses a wide range of issues, with a particular focus on zoning litigation. He has a proven track record of successfully resolving cases through dispositive motions, both on standing grounds and on the merits. His expertise also extends to landlord-tenant leasing disputes, buyer-seller transaction conflicts, owner-contractor construction disagreements, broker-client commission disputes, and condominium association/unit owner issues. Additionally, he handles cases involving the Dover Amendment, premises liability, adverse possession, nuisance, and boundary encroachments. Beyond his work with real estate clients, Mr. Dain's commercial litigation background equips him to address various business disputes, including matters related to unfair and deceptive trade practices, fraud, closely-held corporation shareholder conflicts, and breaches of non-compete agreements. He is frequently sought after by national law firms for local counsel in Massachusetts, having collaborated with notable firms such as Latham & Watkins, Reed Smith, and Sullivan & Cromwell.
About L Use Zoning Law
Land use and zoning attorneys help property owners navigate regulations affecting how land can be used and developed. They handle permits, variances, and disputes. Common matters include zoning variances, land use permits, development approvals, property disputes.
Credentials
Education
1995 University of Michigan Law School JD - Juris Doctor 1993 Vassar College A.B.
Languages
English
Recognition & Involvement
Awards
2010 Super Lawyer in the Real Estate Category, Super Lawyer 2009 Super Lawyer in the Real Estate Category, Super Lawyer 2008 Super Lawyer in the Real Estate Category, Super Lawyer 2007 Super Lawyer in the Real Estate Category, Super Lawyer 2006 Super Lawyer in the Real Estate Category, Super Lawyer
Publications
2009 REBA News A call for a new Superior Court standing order in zoning cases 2007 CLE International Negotiating Leases Premises Liability Introduction for Commerical Landlords 2005 Massachusetts Continuing Legal Education (MCLE) How to Prepare for Civil Trial in Massachusetts 2004 James Publishing publication How to Prepare For, Take and Use a Deposition 2004 For the Defense Advising Clients on How to Develop Product Warnings
Associations
2010 - Present Town of Needham Golf Course Advisory Committee Member 2006 - Present NAIOP of Massachusetts Member 2006 - Present Real Estate Bar Association for Massachusetts Member 1996 - Present Boston Bar Association Member 1996 - Present Massachusetts Bar Association Member
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Updated: Jun 04, 2026