About Daniel Wannamaker

Daniel Wannamaker

Criminal Law Specialist / Criminal Appellate Law Specialist / Trial Consultant

512.236.9929

Wannamaker & Associates brings together the traditional values of honesty, integrity and hard work with the latest in research tools, expert witnesses and computer technology in order to achieve our phenomenal results.

Attorney Daniel H. Wannamaker

Daniel Wannamaker is a board certified specialist in both criminal law and criminal appellate law with over 34 years of experience. During those 34 years, he has won numerous trials and appeals in both federal and state court. He is only one of a handful of attorneys to be certified as a specialist in criminal law and criminal appellate law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization and also a member of the prestigious College of the State Bar.

Mr. Wannamaker’s experience spans the breadth of criminal representation. His practice includes state misdemeanor charges of possession of drugs, dwi, assault and theft. His practice also includes state felony charges of distribution of drugs, assault, and fraud.

Mr. Wannamaker has vast experience in federal court. He worked exclusively in federal court as a federal defender for 10 years. His practice has included conspiracy to distribute controlled substances, RICO, fraud and white collar offenses, money laundering, asset forfeiture and weapons charges. Many of these cases are high profile and complex cases.

As a criminal appeals specialist, Mr. Wannamaker has appealed cases to the state courts of appeals, federal courts of appeals and the United States Supreme Court. In many of these cases, oral argument was granted and resulted in published opinions.

Daniel H. Wannamaker has represented a number of people charged in high profile and highly publicized cases, including James Feigen, the Olympic swimmer accused of a crime during the summer Olympics in Brazil and Rasul Scott, charged in a RICO conspiracy to murder of a state district court judge. Mr Wannamaker has represented clients involving the Texas Syndicate as well as the notorious ZETA drug cartel. He has successfully won numerous not guilty verdicts and acquittals for his clients in both state and federal court.

Daniel Wannamaker has also obtained a rare Presidential Pardon from President Obama for a client who was formerly with the U S State Department.

Licenses

  • SUPREME COURT OF TEXAS
  • U S SUPREME COURT
  • U S COURT OF APPEALS FIFTH CIRCUIT
  • U S COURT OF APPEALS ELEVENTH CIRCUIT
  • U S DISTRICT COURT WESTERN DISTRICT OF TEXAS
  • U S DISTRICT COURT SOUTHERN DISTRICT OF TEXAS
  • US DISTRICT COURT EASTERN DISTRICT OF TEXAS
  • U S DISTRICT COURT NORTHERN DISTRICT OF TEXAS

Specializations & Achievements

CRIMINAL LAW SPECIALIST, Texas Board of Legal Specialization

CRIMINAL APPELLATE LAW SPECIALIST, Texas Board of Legal Specialization

COLLEGE OF THE STATE BAR, State Bar of Texas

Memberships

National Association of Criminal Defense Attorneys

Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers Association

Austin Criminal Defense Lawyers Association

Federal Bar Association

National Trial Lawyers Association

Experience. Expertise. Excellence.

Mr. Wannamaker is one of just a few attorneys in Texas to be board certified in both criminal and criminal appellate law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization. He practices in both federal and state court, handling, most notably, federal white collar fraud cases, narcotics cases, cyber crimes, asset forfeitures and complex litigation.

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Presidential Pardon

Daniel Wannamaker has obtained a rare Presidential Pardon from President Obama for a client who was formerly with the U.S. State Department.

Ultra Responsive, Did everything he said he would do

Dan was very responsive from my first phone call all the way through the case, and then after the case was settled. He walked me through the entire process, was never late for a hearing, and did more than I think any other attorney in the price range would have. Dan is reasonably priced. Not cheap, but when it comes to a quality defense, cheap isn't what you should be looking for.

- Anonymous

Best lawyer I ever had

Dan was my attorney for a Federal 200 lb marijuana case. I’m a third time offender and was worried about being labeled a career offender which carries 12 yrs. He argued my case down to 4 yrs and I didn't have to do anything except trust him. I highly recommend him to anyone that is praying for a miracle.

- MT

I would trust Daniel Wannamker with my life!!!!

Dan Wannamaker was the best attorney I could ask for. My husband was facing a life sentence on a serious crime. A RICCO case to be specific. I remember feeling hopeless, and afraid of what I did not know could, or would happen. Daniel Wannamaker did an OUTSTANDING job with his defense. Although my husbands case seemed hopeless, he was able to receive a much reduced sentence.

- Maria H.

Great attorney, Hyper responsive

Dan worked with me on my case for just over 12 months, but then after the outcome he was still available for emails and phone calls when I had questions. And I knew he was working some high profile cases at the time so I could easily have felt brushed aside.

- Russel S.

I would hands down recommend Dan Wannamaker to anyone who needs his expertise.

Many years ago Dan represented me on a really old federal issue and I must say Dan is absolutely one of the best attorneys. He is persistent, genuine, hard working, and is undoubtedly one of the best not only in Texas, but I would argue in the country.

- Michael S.

I would DEFINITELY use him again

He kept us totally informed about everything. He did an excellent job in her defense and was reasonably priced. I would DEFINITELY use him again if I needed someone. Couldn't ask for a kinder person who could also do exactly what he needed to do in the court room.

- Jamie H.

Mr. Wannamaker is a VERY wonderful attorney!

He defended my son on charges that carried a life sentence, but he fought tooth and nail and got him less than 20 years. Mr. Wannamaker held my hand and walked me through this entire process by always answering my questions of concern and showing me that he genuinely cared about my son. I would recommend him to anyone in need of a defense attorney!

- C.B.

I highly recommend Dan as your prospective attorney.

He has an Incredible wealth of experience and will be your greatest asset when dealing with the courts. He has proven to be very well organized, prudent, and communicative. I've kept in touch with him for years and would rely on him without hesitation should the need arise.

- Rain S.

He has great knowledge of the court system

Mr. Wannamaker was great at communicating with me as to what was going on with my case. He has great knowledge of the court system giving me the best advice and options with my case.

- Anonymous

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