As a former assistant district attorney in the Cape and Islands District Attorney’s Office and as a criminal defense attorney in private practice here on the Cape, I have had the opportunity to work with Dan in various capacities. Specifically, I have had the opportunity to observe the manner in which he interacts with others, evaluates a case, and presents as a trial attorney. Dan has the understanding and patience to listen to all perspectives – those of the police, his fellow assistant district attorneys, victims and civilian witnesses, victim witness advocates, defenses attorneys, court clerks and their staff, representatives of probation, and the judiciary. Dan truly understands that when all of these individual parties and their unique perspectives unite, the right result is reached. To that end, Dan also has the experience and compassion to independently evaluate the merits of a case as well as the strength to hold his own and push for what he thinks should be done. Where a relatively minor offense can be resolved with pre-trial diversion or pre-trial probation while simultaneously protecting the rights and interests of the community, Dan will not hesitate - he will act to the benefit of the community. Where an individual will benefit from substance abuse treatment or mental health counselling, Dan will encourage participation and even coordinate access if needed. Where of course, an individual has committed a serious act against the community, Dan will unite with the police, his fellow prosecutors, the victims of the offense, and the community as a whole to ensure that justice is done. If such a case must be tried to a jury of the community, Dan has the skills to properly prepare and present the case in a fair, just, and appropriate manner.