Daniel J. Blinka

Daniel J. Blinka is a Milwaukee litigation attorney and shareholder who handles complex commercial disputes, government enforcement actions, and internal investigations. He represents clients in state and federal courts across the United States. His civil practice covers claims arising from mergers and acquisitions, environmental matters, fraud, professional liability, and contract breaches. He also advises businesses and individuals facing regulatory scrutiny or potential white collar exposure.

Blinka earned a B.S. with honors in History from the University of Wisconsin-Madison in 2003. He received an M.A. in History from Brown University in 2004 and a J.D. from the University of Wisconsin Law School in 2009. His education strengthened his research, writing, and analytical skills. His academic background supports his ability to examine detailed records, evaluate complicated factual issues, and develop clear strategies for litigation and investigations.

Blinka conducts internal investigations and represents clients before federal and state regulatory agencies. He has handled matters involving alleged violations of securities, banking, healthcare, public company accounting, and environmental regulations. His experience includes proceedings and investigations connected to the SEC, PCAOB, OCC, Wisconsin DFI, and FINRA. He also represents targets and witnesses in white collar criminal investigations and prosecutions brought by the US Department of Justice and local prosecutors.

Daniel J. Blinka has been recognized as a Wisconsin Super Lawyer since 2022 after being named a Wisconsin Rising Star from 2012 through 2020. He serves on the State Bar of Wisconsin Board of Governors and the Wisconsin Judicial Council, where he chairs the Criminal Procedure Subcommittee. He also serves on the board of Federal Defender Services of Wisconsin. His work reflects careful judgment, thorough preparation, and practical advocacy in high-stakes disputes and investigations.

Law Office Affiliations

• Shareholder, Godfrey & Kahn, S.C.
• Member, American Bar Association
• Member, State Bar of Wisconsin
• Member, Milwaukee Bar Association
• Member, Milwaukee Young Lawyers Association
• Member, Eastern District of Wisconsin Bar Association

Licensed State

• Wisconsin

Education

• University of Wisconsin Law School
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• Brown University
  Master of Arts (MA)
• University of Wisconsin-Madison
  Bachelor of Science (BS)