Partner

Daniel Staeven

daniel.staeven@askfrost.com

Bar Admissions/Licenses

  • District of Columbia
  • Maryland
  • Virginia

Court Admissions

  • U.S. District Court District of Maryland
  • U.S. District Court of the District of Columbia
  • U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Virginia
  • U.S. District Court for the Western District of Virginia

Background & History

Dan works with distressed individuals and businesses. His insolvency-based bankruptcy practice does workouts, restructuring, negotiations, and bankruptcy for consumers and entities. Dan also works on real estate transactions representing the buyer or banking institution in a property transaction or properties in distress.

The experience and knowledge of dealing with loan documents supports all different kinds of parties to a transaction. Dan’s practice has intersected many times in federal tax and state tax areas.

Dan regularly files bankruptcy cases for individuals to work with tax debt. These workouts take many forms and one size does not fit all. It is Dan’s experience to craft a resolution for each individual case. He has been on the cutting edge of the new small business bankruptcy law practice. He has filed many cases in Maryland, Virginia, and the District of Columbia under Chapter 11, Subchapter V. Recently several have been confirmed as consensual plans.

Education

  • University of Maryland School of Law, Baltimore, MD
    - J.D.
    - Law Review: Business Law Review, Associate Articles Editor and Articles Editor, 2002 – 2004
  • The Johns Hopkins University, Baltimore, Maryland
    - B.S. Major: Business Management, magna cum laude, 2001

Speaking Engagements & Panel Participation

Professional Organizations & Memberships

  • District of Columbia Bar Association, Member, 2019 – Present
  • American Bankruptcy Institute, since January 2020
  • Bankruptcy Bar Association- Maryland- Greenbelt Chapter, Since January 2020
  • Maryland State Bar Association. Since February 2020
  • American Bar Association, Since February 2020
  • National Association of Consumer Bankruptcy Attorneys - January 2022
  • Inns of Court, Chandler Chapter, Since 2023

Awards and Honors

Client testimonials

Frost Tax law was an incredible team to work with. Dan Staeven was quick to respond and had just the right amount of empathy for my personal situation. I highly recommend Frost and especially Dan Staeven to any and all who find themselves in need of this type of support.

Bill G.

The Frost Law folks that handled my bankruptcy are top notch professionals. I cannot believe how fast and efficient these folks handled my case. I will recommend Frost Law anytime anyone ask.

Philip R.

Daniel Staeven took the time to explain every detail of my case and he was incredibly patient with me throughout the process.

Destiny C.

I have known Dan personally for approximately 17 yrs. He handled a legal matter for me back in 2015 and I contacted him again this year (2025) when another matter arose. Dan answered my questions and then referred me to another attorney more experienced with my specific matter. I'm happy to report that my matter is resolved.

Harry G.

Client testimonials

Charles was Very professional, Took the time to answer my questions and help me understand my situation. HIGHLY recommend.

Mike

Provided excellent, thoughtful advice, were very knowledgeable and provided me with a lot of reassurance about my situation. I would not hesitate to recommend Frost Law.

Natalie W.

Very communicative and no use of "legaleze" to describe tax situations/complexities!

Keith M.

Very professional. Settled my issues with excellent results. Always responded immediately to my concerns.

Kat B.

Client testimonials

Very responsive and easy to talk. Good results.

Chee K.

Frost Law is Amazing! They helped me personally get ahold of my finances and get a fresh start. They were friendly and courteous, and patient enough to work with a financially illiterate 60 year old male. I would recommend them to anyone. If they can help me they can help anyone.

Lenny M.

Exceptionally well presented and chock full of useful information

Albert S.

I contacted 6 law firms. Out of 6, I talked to 4 over the phone and 2 over email. Frost & associates, was the only one that listened closely, asked the appropriate questions during the consultation phase. Others were rushing, non attentive, and almost dismissive. Frost was the only one that made me felt heard and assured. After I decided to go with Frost, they were on top of everything, every single step of the way. Kept me in the loop, provided me with case updates regularly. They got my case dismissed before it even went to hearing.

Special Shout out to Nick Berger for doing an amazing job.

If I could, I would give them 10 stars out of 5.

Okan A
Precision

Every detail matters in litigation

The difference between winning and losing often comes down to what you noticed that others missed. I don't overlook anything.

Clarity

You need to understand your options

Legal jargon clouds judgment. I explain your situation plainly so you can make decisions with full knowledge of what's at stake.

Bar Admissions/Licenses

  • District of Columbia
  • Maryland
  • Virginia

Court Admissions

  • U.S. District Court District of Maryland
  • U.S. District Court of the District of Columbia
  • U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Virginia
  • U.S. District Court for the Western District of Virginia

Background & History

Dan works with distressed individuals and businesses. His insolvency-based bankruptcy practice does workouts, restructuring, negotiations, and bankruptcy for consumers and entities. Dan also works on real estate transactions representing the buyer or banking institution in a property transaction or properties in distress.

The experience and knowledge of dealing with loan documents supports all different kinds of parties to a transaction. Dan’s practice has intersected many times in federal tax and state tax areas.

Dan regularly files bankruptcy cases for individuals to work with tax debt. These workouts take many forms and one size does not fit all. It is Dan’s experience to craft a resolution for each individual case. He has been on the cutting edge of the new small business bankruptcy law practice. He has filed many cases in Maryland, Virginia, and the District of Columbia under Chapter 11, Subchapter V. Recently several have been confirmed as consensual plans.

Education

  • University of Maryland School of Law, Baltimore, MD
    - J.D.
    - Law Review: Business Law Review, Associate Articles Editor and Articles Editor, 2002 – 2004
  • The Johns Hopkins University, Baltimore, Maryland
    - B.S. Major: Business Management, magna cum laude, 2001

Speaking Engagements & Panel Participation

Professional Organizations & Memberships

  • District of Columbia Bar Association, Member, 2019 – Present
  • American Bankruptcy Institute, since January 2020
  • Bankruptcy Bar Association- Maryland- Greenbelt Chapter, Since January 2020
  • Maryland State Bar Association. Since February 2020
  • American Bar Association, Since February 2020
  • National Association of Consumer Bankruptcy Attorneys - January 2022
  • Inns of Court, Chandler Chapter, Since 2023

Awards and Honors