Daniel R. Strader

Employment Law - Management

5.0 (1 reviews)

Portland, Maine

13+ years experience

Pierce Atwood LLP

Updated: Jan 03, 2026

Contact Information

207-791-1100

https://www.pierceatwood.com/people/daniel-strader

Merrill's Wharf, 254 Commercial Street, Portland, ME 04101

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Bio

Dan Strader works closely with clients to help guide them in complying with the latest legal developments impacting their workforces. Dan regularly counsels clients on compliance with state and federal employment laws such as Title VII, the Maine Human Rights Act, and the ADA, FLSA, FMLA, and ADEA. In addition to providing everyday advice and counsel on a wide range of employment topics, Dan works with clients on reviewing and drafting employment contracts, compensation plans, severance agreements, and contracts to protect their confidential information and trade secrets, as well as auditing and updating clients’ employment policies and practices. Dan also has experience with the unique challenges facing employers with unionized workforces, and he regularly assists clients with labor negotiations, managing union elections, and representing employers in unfair labor practice charges and other proceedings before the National Labor Relations Board. When disputes do arise with current or former employees, Dan has an active litigation practice in both state and federal court, representing employers in a wide variety of employment matters, including discrimination claims, whistleblower claims, wage and hour litigation, contract disputes, and enforcement of restrictive covenants. Dan’s approach to litigation is zealous but practical, with a focus on mounting an aggressive defense while still looking for opportunities to resolve cases when doing so is in the client’s best interest. Dan has obtained favorable judgments for his clients in many state administrative proceedings and in federal and state court litigation.

Practice Areas

Employment Law - Management

Awards & Recognition

Recognized: Employment Law - Management
Recognized: Litigation - Labor and Employment
Recognized: Labor and Employment Law - Management - 2025
Recognized: Litigation - Labor and Employment - 2025
Recognized: Labor and Employment Law - Management - 2024
Recognized: Litigation - Labor and Employment - 2024
Recognized: Labor and Employment Law - Management - 2023
Recognized: Litigation - Labor and Employment - 2023
Recognized: Labor and Employment Law - Management - 2022
Recognized: Litigation - Labor and Employment - 2022
Practice Area: Labor and Employment Law - Management
Practice Area: Litigation - Labor and Employment
Best Lawyers "Ones to Watch" for Labor & Employment Law – Management and Labor & Employment Litigation (2022-present)
New England Super Lawyers "Rising Star" for Employment Law in Maine (2019-present)

Recognized in Best Lawyers since 2026

Education

Stetson University, J.D., magna cum laude, graduated 2012
University of New Hampshire at Manchester, M.Ed., Secondary Education, graduated 2005
University of New Hampshire, B.A., Anthropology, magna cum laude, graduated 2002

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Reviews

Mary Gutierrez

2 weeks ago

Essential guidance for navigating a complex employee termination

Dan Strader provided exceptional counsel when we faced a sensitive termination involving potential discrimination claims. His deep knowledge of Maine and federal employment law, honed over 13 years, was evident. He guided us through every step, ensuring full compliance and mitigating significant risk. His background in education brings a unique, practical perspective to workforce issues. The recognition he receives in labor and employment law is well-deserved. We emerged with a fair, legally sound resolution and invaluable ongoing advice.