DANIEL GOREN
Philadelphia
Summary
Dynamic legal professional with extensive experience at the City of Philadelphia Law Department, excelling in regulatory compliance and negotiation. Proven track record in managing complex cases and reducing liability costs by 25%. Skilled in legal writing and client management, with a strong background in family law and immigration matters. Fluent in Spanish.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Managing Member & Property Manager
The Alder Group
Philadelphia
07.2017 - Current
- Oversee all aspects of a mixed-use rental property, handling financial recordkeeping, property maintenance and repairs, lease management, and day-to-day operational tasks to ensure tenant satisfaction and property efficiency.
Immigration
Fleming Law
09.2024 - 02.2025
- Managed a diverse caseload involving asylum claims, deportation defense, SIJ status applications, and family law matters in New Jersey courts, advocating for vulnerable immigrant populations.
Landlord/Tenant
SeniorLAW Center
01.2024 - 07.2024
- Delivered legal representation and counseling to indigent tenants facing eviction in Philadelphia, advocating for housing stability and tenant rights.
Corporate
SEPTA
01.2022 - 06.2022
- Structured and negotiated key agreements related to warehouse leasing, vendor services, and capital infrastructure projects, ensuring compliance and favorable terms.
Deputy City Solicitor / In-House Counsel
City of Philadelphia Law Department
Philadelphia
01.2016 - 03.2022
- Directed liability defense strategy in collaboration with outside counsel, resulting in a 25% reduction in insurance premiums over a two-year period.
- Developed subject-matter expertise in federal regulatory frameworks governing airport operations, ensuring compliance while fostering productive relationships with regulatory agencies.
- Negotiated and executed complex real estate and commercial agreements, aligning legal terms with organizational goals and risk tolerance.
- Led the revision and implementation of airport rules and regulations to support safe, efficient operations and proactively address regulatory expectations.
- Provided strategic legal counsel during a high-profile regulatory investigation, guiding stakeholders through the process and mitigating risk—ultimately avoiding civil penalties.
Assistant City Solicitor
City of Philadelphia Law Department
Philadelphia
07.2012 - 12.2015
- Streamlined case preparation processes, handling up to 25 court cases per week under tight deadlines and minimal support, resulting in improved case outcomes and efficient case management.
- Managed a diverse portfolio of up to 300 child welfare cases across all stages of litigation, ensuring timely resolution and effective legal representation.
- Built and maintained positive relationships with opposing counsel and court personnel, strategically resolving a significant portion of cases through settlement, minimizing the need for trial and reducing litigation costs.
Law Clerk to the Honorable Joseph A. Portelli, J.S.C.
New Jersey Courts
07.2012 - 12.2015
- Company Overview: Paterson and Newark, NJ
- Clerked for a trial court judge in the family and criminal divisions.
- Paterson and Newark, NJ
Education
Juris Doctor -
Rutgers Law School
Camden01.2011
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Emory University
01.2003
Skills
Legal Expertise
Regulatory Compliance Family Law Real Estate Immigration
Legal Writing Westlaw Research
Litigation support
Public Sector & Industry Knowledge
Public Works Transportation Systems Procurement Social Services
Professional & Client-Focused Skills
Negotiation Client Management Risk Management
Bar Admissions
- Pennsylvania, 2011
- New Jersey, 2012
- Florida, 2012
Timeline
Immigration
Fleming Law
09.2024 - 02.2025
Landlord/Tenant
SeniorLAW Center
01.2024 - 07.2024
Corporate
SEPTA
01.2022 - 06.2022
Managing Member & Property Manager
The Alder Group
07.2017 - Current
Deputy City Solicitor / In-House Counsel
City of Philadelphia Law Department
01.2016 - 03.2022
Assistant City Solicitor
City of Philadelphia Law Department
07.2012 - 12.2015
Law Clerk to the Honorable Joseph A. Portelli, J.S.C.
New Jersey Courts
07.2012 - 12.2015
Juris Doctor -
Rutgers Law School
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Emory University
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