Ilan S. Danon, ESQ.
ilan@ilan-danon.com
Summary
Admitted attorney in New York and New Jersey. Associate in the Commercial Litigation Group at Shapiro Croland. Graduate of the Benjamin N. Cardozo School of Law class of 2019. Professional experience in full-service civil practice firms in Northern New Jersey, internship experience with state regulatory oversight, and judicial clerk internship. Other professional experience in software QA, iOS technical certification, visual product merchandising, and sales.
BAR Admission
New Jersey Attorney ID Number 305182020
Federal District of New Jersey
New York Attorney Registration 5868393
Committees
Co-Chair, Mental Health Committee (Bergen County Bar Association)
memberships
Bergen County Bar Association
New Jersey State Bar Association
Justice Morris Pashman Inn of Court
Published Desicions
257-261 20th Ave. Realty, LLC v. Roberto, 477 N.J. Super. 339 (App. Div. 2023) (cert. granted)
professional experience
Shapiro, Croland, Reiser, Apfel & Di Iorio, Hackensack, NJ
Associate Attorney, February 2022 -– Present
Consistently manages a varied caseload ranging from trademark applications, commercial litigation, receivership and fiscal agency, guardianships, and estate litigation. Assists Partner with budding cannabis practice and has exposure to regulatory process and business formation in that space. Actively engages in all stages of litigation. Regularly prepares and reviews all pleadings and discovery materials, formulating responsive pleadings and legal briefs. Experience in deposition, trial, and appeal preparation. Hands on experience with direct client communications.
The Mecca Law Firm, Paramus, NJ
Per Diem Attorney, October 2021 — February 2022
Associate Attorney, December 2020 -– October 2021
Independently worked on motion filings and pleadings in various practice areas. Assisted the partner in preparation of all matters including litigation, settlement, and local and state department filings, estate probate and preparation, and applications for guardianship and adoption. Regularly communicated with clients and counsel, prepared memoranda, court filings, client documents, and coordinated pre-trial, trial and motion strategy.
Technical Specialist and Product Specialist, April 2012 — February 2022
Regular involvement in data recovery and data integrity education for customers and coworkers. Experience with “Deepfreeze” software for data protection and data retention protocols on store and customer devices. Repaired iOS and similar devices through Genius Bar. Provided sales and support to customers. Updated and managed security systems and prepare for new store openings. Played key role in Apple Visuals store displays.
Software Engineering Intern, June 2016 – August 2016
Completed bug reports and stress tests on the daily builds using existing and prototype hardware. Engaged in weekly collaborations and “test-fest” reviews with developers and project leaders. Adhered to daily memos for team and individual objectives and strategies.
New Jersey Office of the Attorney General, Newark, NJ
Law Division, Cyber Security and Privacy Law Intern, May 2018 — August 2018
Examined and investigated new and ongoing cases involving violations of the New Jersey Consumer Fraud Act with respect to data mining of consumer data, improper data disclosures, and other related state and federal regulations. Drafted memoranda, complaints and consent orders, and aided in case preparation. Attended client meetings and conference calls with opposing counsel and reviewed responses to discovery requests and subpoenas.
NJ Courts, Bergen County Vicinage, Hackensack, NJ
Judge Mary Thurber, Law Clerk Intern, May 2017 — August 2017
Conducted legal research and drafted judicial opinions and legal memoranda. Reviewed and replied to motion filings under the guidance of the law clerk. Observed court proceedings and consulted with the judge during breaks. Attended law clerk trainings.
Communications Counsel, Columbus, OH
Intern, October 2015 — January 2016
Communicated directives to clients while acting as a point of contact for client services, counsel, and contractors. Provided strategic advice for congressional ad campaign. Attended Ohio State Bar Association conferences on privacy, technology, and media ethics.
Academic experience
J.D., Benjamin N. Cardozo School of Law (2019)
Recipient of the "Cardozo Scholar" full-tuition scholarship
Heyman Scholar at Benjamin N. Cardozo School of Law (2016-2017)
Graduated, with Honors, from The Ohio State University, cum laude, (2016)
Dean’s list (undergraduate, five semesters)
Letters of recommendation available upon request