Since 2016
ID Number: 77650
Since 2018
2020 - Current
Law Office of Daniel T. Kane, PLLC
National practice advising small entities (e.g., small businesses, startups) on intellectual property, federal contracting, and federal regulatory matters -- including SBA loans and programs. New York-based clients also receive counseling on formation, not-for-profit status, corporate compliance, financing, and other state-specific matters.
2019 - 2020
Law Office of Daniel T. Kane
2018 - 2019
Tully Rinckey PLLC
Oversaw the TR Business Navigator, an affordable, dynamic legal service and guidance program for startups and small businesses looking to launch, grow, and strengthen their business. Advised entrepreneurs and business owners on legal issues, such as business formation, corporate compliance, SBA programs, intellectual property strategy, and other common legal issues.
2016 - 2018
U.S. Small Business Administration
Resolved legally and factually complex procurement issues involving small business concerns and federal acquisitions. Controlled all aspects of case development, including treatment of confidential information and correspondence with contracting officers, attorneys, and pro se litigants. Drafted notices, orders, and tentative decisions at various stages during administrative proceedings. Advised Assistant Administrator and Administrative Judges on developments in federal jurisprudence, regulations, individual initiatives, and legislation.
2016 - 2016
U.S. Small Business Administration
Served as an independent voice for small business within government, collaborating with agency officials, Congressional staff, and other stakeholders on federal regulations and policies regarding safety, transportation, cybersecurity, international trade, and natural resources. Assessed the impact of proposed policies through outreach to small businesses and other small entities. Proposed regulatory and policy alternatives throughout the review process.
2015 - 2016
U.S. Small Business Administration
Post-graduate clerkship working with the chief counsel and assistant chief counsels in advocating for small businesses federally and internationally. Provided detailed research and analysis of various items regarding small business issues for federal rulemakings and for international trade negotiations, including Advocacy’s implementation of the Trade Facilitation and Trade Enforcement Act. Authored congressional testimony and co-authored a comment letter regarding cybersecurity requirements under DFARS. Compiled work-product for annual congressional report.
2015 - 2015
The Catholic University of America, Columbus School of Law
Counseled low-income clients regarding executing last wills, probating estates, and applying for Social Security and other federal benefits. Represented low-income clients in housing conditions case against D.C. Housing Authority that required appearances before D.C. Superior Court and negotiations with opposing counsel regarding ongoing repairs. Provided free advice to interested individuals through the Small Claims Resource Center.
2013 - 2015
The Catholic University of America, Columbus School of Law
Conducted research on various topics of patent law, including the America Invents Act, local patent rules, USPTO proceedings, and pending patent reforms targeting non-practicing entities. Reviewed law articles regarding declaratory judgment actions and staying litigation for USPTO proceedings.
2014 - 2014
U.S. International Trade Commission
Researched legal issues under patent and international trade statutes for pending Section 337 investigations. Drafted Staff’s motion responses as well as institution memos and notices of investigation for submission to the Commissioners. Participated in depositions of expert witnesses testifying to public interests and infringement by the accused products.
2014 - 2014
U.S. International Trade Commission
Examined parties' briefs, exhibits, and motions in international intellectual property disputes arising under Section 337. Assisted the administrative law judge and attorney-advisors during investigation hearings, including Markman hearings. Drafted judicial orders and portions of initial determinations regarding domestic industry, infringement, invalidity, claim construction, and evidentiary findings.
2013 - 2013
U.S. Small Business Adminsitration
Evaluated regulatory flexibility analyses for proposed regulations from U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service and Environmental Protection Agency. Oversaw review of proposed critical habitat designation for Gunnison Sage-grouse. Authored comment letter on behalf of the Office of Advocacy to U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service based on small entity testimonials and review results.
2013 - 2013
U.S, Small Business Administration
Assisted with regulatory analysis of proposed underground storage tank regulations from Environmental Protection Agency. Interceded on behalf of trade association, concluding in meeting with congressional staffers and agency officials. Attended congressional hearings on STEM education, Hurricane Sandy relief, and American manufacturing. Authored 20+ page paper on Food and Drug Administration’s innovation and modernization efforts regarding medical devices.
2012 - 2015
J.D. (2015) | Intellectual Property
Honors: Student Commencement Speaker (Competitively Selected)
2012
B.S. (2012) | Biomedical Engineering
U.S. Small Business Administration, Office of Advocacy
U.S. Small Business Administration, Office of Advocacy
The Catholic University of American, Columbus School of Law
Administrative Law, Election Law, Government Contracts, Government Finance, Legislative & Government Affairs
Business Contracts, Business Dissolution, Business Finance, Business Formation, Business Litigation, Franchising, Mergers & Acquisitions, Partnership & Shareholder Disputes
USPTO
