About Daniel Cotter

A member in the firm’s Chicago office, Daniel Cotter’s practice encompasses a range of roles, including a pivotal tenure as general counsel for a major life insurance company and extensive private practice experience. His clientele spans insurance firms, financial institutions, IT/consulting enterprises, and nonprofits.

Since 1996, Dan has been deeply involved in privacy and cybersecurity matters, notably contributing to the formulation of terms and conditions as well as disclaimers for Fortune 500 websites in the late 1990s. His roles as a chief privacy officer across various companies and law firms underscore his depth in these evolving domains.

Dan’s proficiency extends to navigating intricate insurance regulatory matters, overseeing substantial reorganizations within holding company systems, and negotiating a myriad of contracts, ranging from simple to elaborate, including outsourcing agreements. His portfolio includes pivotal assignments such as advising a state insurance department on pioneering insurance company demutualizations and spearheading approvals for significant transactions. He also played a crucial role in facilitating the purchase and redomestication of insurers across multiple jurisdictions.

In addition, Dan provides invaluable counsel to nonprofit entities, guiding them through intricate dissolutions, mergers, and conversions. His breadth of experience and knack for navigating multifaceted legal landscapes make him a trusted advisor, ensuring clients receive strategic guidance and resolution on a broad spectrum of legal matters.