Daniel I. Aquino

Daniel I. Aquino is a partner at McDonald Carano and Co-Chair of the Employment & Labor Law Practice. He is also a member of the Commercial & Complex Litigation Practice. He represents employers in disputes and provides guidance on workplace matters across many industries.

Daniel earned a J.D., cum laude, from the University of California College of the Law, San Francisco, in 2012. He also holds a B.A. in Philosophy from the University of California, Los Angeles, earned in 2008. He is admitted to practice in Nevada and California.

Daniel handles many types of employment cases, including wage-and-hour disputes, discrimination, wrongful termination, and contract claims. He works in state and federal courts and before agencies. He leads trials and arbitrations and guides clients through each stage of the legal process.

Daniel also gives practical advice to employers on daily operations. His work includes guidance on personnel actions, non-compete agreements, and wage laws. He has supported clients in industries such as hospitality, healthcare, education, construction, and gaming, helping them manage risk and stay compliant.

Daniel has received several honors for his work. He is recognized in Chambers USA for Employment & Labor Law. He has also been named in The Best Lawyers in America and Mountain States Super Lawyers Rising Stars. He was included in Lawdragon 500 X and Vegas Inc Top Lawyers.

Daniel I. Aquino has handled appeals before the Nevada Supreme Court and the Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals. He is a member of the Wage and Hour Defense Institute and several legal groups. His work reflects strong legal skills, clear communication, and a focus on client goals.

Law Office Affiliations

• Partner, McDonald Carano LLP
• Member, Society for Human Resource Management
• Member, Wage & Hour Defense Institute
• Advisory Board, Filipino American Lawyers Association of Nevada
• Member, Asian Bar Association of Nevada
• Member, Clark County Bar Association

Licensed State

• Nevada
• California

Education

• University of California College of the Law
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• University of California
  Bachelor of Arts (BA)

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