Daniel J. Fortune

Daniel J. Fortune

Birmingham, AL recognized lawyers icon Recognized in Best Lawyers since 2023
Fortune Trial Attorneys

1 Best Lawyers award

Awarded Practice Areas

Criminal Defense: White-Collar

Biography

Daniel represents clients in matters involving cybersecurity, white collar defense, government enforcement actions and regulatory compliance. Additionally, Daniel has litigated more than 75 jury trials in federal and state courts involving complex matters and computer forensics. His clients value his proactive approach, as well as his commitment to protecting and defending their best interests and reputations.

Prior to joining Bradley, Daniel served as the lead cybersecurity attorney at a litigation boutique, and as a state prosecutor and federal prosecutor litigating matters involving computer forensics, white collar crime and government investigations. As the Deputy Chief Assistant U.S. Attorney in the Criminal Division, he supervised major cybercrime, white collar fraud, public corruption, asset forfeiture and national security matters. He also served as the Computer Hacking and Intellectual Property Coordinator with top-secret security clearance, working on matters involving cleared defense contractors. In addition, Daniel supervised national and international investigations related to internet crime, money laundering, and cryptocurrencies.

During his time at the Department of Justice, Daniel was recognized by the FBI Director for his work with the National Cyber Investigative Joint Task Force for achieving notable success in major crime control efforts and for contributions to complex and sensitive operations.

Fortune Trial Attorneys

1 Best Lawyers award

Overview

  • William & Mary Law School, J.D., graduated 2002
  • University of Nevada, Las Vegas, B.A., graduated 1998

  • Alabama State Bar - Cyber Security Task Force, 2018
  • American Bar Association - Member
  • Birmingham Bar Association - Federal Practice Section Chair, 2019
  • Alabama State Bar - Cyber Security Task Force, 2018
  • American Bar Association - Member
  • Birmingham Bar Association - Federal Practice Section Chair, 2019
  • William & Mary Law School, J.D., graduated 2002
  • University of Nevada, Las Vegas, B.A., graduated 1998

Client Testimonials

Awards & Focus

Recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® 2026 for work in:
  • Criminal Defense: White-Collar
Additional Areas of Practice:
  • Privacy and Data Security Law

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