Meet Attorney Daniel C. Hagan
Daniel C. Hagan Jr. is a Massachusetts attorney dedicated to protecting the rights, freedom, and future of his clients throughout the Commonwealth. His practice focuses primarily on criminal defense, representing individuals facing charges ranging from misdemeanors to serious felony prosecutions, with a particular emphasis on firearms-related offenses and firearms licensing. He also represents individuals who have been injured in motor vehicle accidents, helping them recover the compensation they deserve while allowing them to focus on their recovery.
Attorney Hagan has earned a reputation as one of Massachusetts' leading attorneys in the highly specialized field of firearms law. He regularly represents individuals charged with firearm and weapons offenses, including unlawful possession, carrying without a license, large-capacity firearm allegations, and other complex firearms prosecutions. He also represents clients seeking to obtain, restore, or defend their gun rights. This includes successfully guiding clients through licensing appeals so that they can obtain or preserve their Massachusetts Licenses to Carry (LTC) and Firearm Identification (FID) Cards.
Recognizing that a criminal conviction or the loss of the right to possess firearms can have lifelong consequences, Attorney Hagan develops strategic, individualized defenses designed to achieve the best possible outcome for every client. Likewise, when representing injury victims, he works tirelessly to hold negligent parties and insurance companies accountable while pursuing full and fair compensation for medical expenses, lost wages, pain and suffering, and other damages.
Attorney Hagan has handled numerous high-profile criminal and firearms cases throughout Massachusetts, including matters that have helped shape the development of Massachusetts firearms and self-defense law. He represented Kenneth Rodriguez in a landmark Massachusetts Supreme Judicial Court decision recognizing, for the first time in over 250 years, the doctrine of transferred self-defense, a significant expansion of Massachusetts self-defense jurisprudence that continues to influence criminal cases across the Commonwealth.
Beyond the courtroom, Attorney Hagan has become a recognized authority on Massachusetts firearms law. He advises federally licensed firearms dealers (FFLs), shooting clubs, firearms instructors, and gun owners regarding compliance with both state and federal firearms laws and regulations. He has also represented organizations advocating for constitutional rights and has been actively involved in legal and legislative issues affecting lawful firearm ownership in Massachusetts. In addition, Attorney Hagan is a member of the Board of Directors for the Gun Owners Action League, which is Massachusetts' premier gun rights organization. Attorney Hagan is also involved in working alongside Comm2A, which is also involved in litigation fighting for gun rights in Massachusetts.
Attorney Hagan's work has been featured by television, radio, podcasts, and digital media discussing criminal defense, self-defense law, constitutional issues, and Massachusetts firearms legislation. He is frequently called upon to explain complex legal developments affecting both criminal defendants and lawful gun owners.
Clients turn to Attorney Hagan not only for his knowledge of the law, but for his commitment to protecting what matters most: their freedom, their reputation, their financial security, and their constitutional rights. Every case is approached with meticulous preparation, strategic advocacy, and the understanding that effective representation requires both legal skill and unwavering dedication.
Whether defending a client against serious criminal allegations, fighting to restore the right to lawfully possess firearms, or advocating for an individual injured by another's negligence, Attorney Hagan is committed to providing experienced, results-driven representation throughout the Commonwealth of Massachusetts.