Daniel James OConnell
O'Connell & Plumb, P.C. • Springfield, MA
Employment & LaborEmployment LawPersonal Injury
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Contact
Email
Phone
(857) 444-9735
Address
Springfield, MA, US
Professional
About
**Daniel J. O’Connell - Managing Partner, O’Connell & Plumb, P.C.** Located in Springfield, Massachusetts, Attorney Daniel J. O’Connell brings over three decades of comprehensive legal experience to the field of employment law. As the managing partner of O’Connell & Plumb, P.C., he has established a reputation for excellence, advocacy, and a commitment to achieving justice for his clients. Attorney O’Connell graduated cum laude with a Bachelor of Arts from the University of Massachusetts at Amherst and earned his Juris Doctorate from Boston University Law School in 1987. His outstanding legal acumen has earned him the prestigious recognition of being named a Massachusetts Super Lawyer in the areas of Employment Law and Trial Work, a testament to his expertise and dedication. He is duly licensed to practice law in Massachusetts and has the privilege of representing clients before various courts, including the United States District Court for the District of Massachusetts, the District of Connecticut, the United States Court of Appeals for the First Circuit, and the United States Supreme Court. His professional affiliations include the Hampden County Bar Association, the Massachusetts Bar Association, and the Association of Trial Lawyers of America. Attorney O’Connell is not only a skilled litigator but also a respected authority in his field. He has contributed to professional journals on topics such as bank lender liability, employment law, and labor law. Additionally, he has shared his knowledge through lectures on trial practice in continuing legal education courses throughout Massachusetts. With extensive trial experience, Attorney O’Connell has achieved numerous favorable verdicts and settlements for his clients, including a notable $1.4 million jury verdict in an employment discrimination case and a $2.5 million settlement in a sexual harassment matter. His unwavering dedication to his clients’ rights and his proven track record make him a trusted advocate for those facing employment-related legal challenges in Springfield and beyond.
About Employment & Labor Law
Employment and labor attorneys handle workplace legal matters including discrimination, wrongful termination, and wage disputes. They represent both employees and employers. Common matters include wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage disputes.
Credentials
Education
1987 Boston University School of Law JD - Juris Doctor 1984 University of Massachusetts BA - Bachelor of Arts
Languages
English
Recognition & Involvement
Awards
2016 Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers 2015 Client Distinction Award, Martindale-Hubbell 2014 BV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
Associations
Hampden County Bar Association
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Updated: May 26, 2026