Professional Experience
Meet Dan Clifton, Criminal Defense Attorney at Hirsch Law Group. With nearly three decades of experience in criminal law, Dan brings a deep understanding of both prosecution and defense to every case. Sworn in as an attorney in 1996, he served as a prosecutor for 22 years, advancing from handling traffic and DUI cases to complex felony prosecutions, including first-degree murder. For the past five years, Dan has dedicated his practice to criminal defense, using his extensive experience to protect the rights of clients facing charges ranging from minor offenses to serious felonies.
Dan is known for his steady, strategic approach and his commitment to ensuring that every client receives a strong, fair defense—no matter the charge.
Areas of Practice
- DUI
- Misdemeanors
- Felonies
- Traffic Offenses
- Domestic Battery
- Orders of Protection
- Violent Crimes
- Major Felony Defense
Education
- Washington University in St. Louis, J.D. – 1996
- Southern Illinois University, B.A. in History – 1993
Jurisdictions Admitted to Practice
- Illinois (since 1996)
- United States District Court for the Central District of Illinois (since 2021)
