Daniel F. Conley

Dan Conley, Senior Advisor at ML Strategies in Boston, draws on decades of experience in high-level litigation, politics, and executive leadership to help clients navigate complex regulatory and governmental landscapes. As the former Suffolk County District Attorney and a former Boston City Councilor, he developed a deep expertise in public safety, city and state government operations, and policy development. Dan's strategic insight and practical experience make him a valuable resource for clients seeking to advance their objectives in both the public and private sectors. 

Dan’s experience as both a litigator and policymaker allows him to offer practical, results-oriented guidance to businesses, advocacy groups, and institutions engaging with government stakeholders. 

As District Attorney, Dan led major reforms that improved transparency, reduced incarceration, and enhanced support for victims. His reform-minded approach earned national recognition and helped modernize prosecutorial practices in Massachusetts. Dan also served as a Boston City Councilor and was chairman of the Public Safety Committee, playing a key role in shaping local policy, budgeting, and development initiatives. He held strong relationships across sectors and delivered meaningful results for his constituents. 

Earlier in his career, Dan practiced as an assistant district attorney and as a trial attorney in the Boston office of one of the region’s prominent litigation firms. Today, he brings this broad experience to clients seeking strategic guidance at the intersection of law, policy, and government affairs.

• Suffolk University Law School (JD)
• Stonehill College (AB, cum laude)

• Suffolk University Law School, Student Bar Association: Trailblazer for Social Change Award (2016)

• Children’s Advocacy Center: Inaugural Award Recipient (2015)

• Catholic Memorial High School: Vince in Bono Malum Award for Distinguished Professional Achievement (2014)

• Massachusetts Office of Victim Witness Assistance: Gerard D. Downing Leadership Award (2013)

• Stonehill College: Doctor of Laws (Honorary), Commencement Speaker (2012)

• My Life, My Choice: Beacon of Light Award for Leadership in Combatting Human Trafficking (2011)

• Pirandello Lyceum: “I Migliori in Mens et Gesta Award” (2011)

• MA Lawyers Weekly: Included on “The Power List” of the Commonwealth’s Most Influential Attorneys (2009)

• Rotary International: Paul Harris Fellow Award (2009)

• Boston Bar Association: Distinguished Public Servant Award (2008)

• Boston Ten Point Coalition: Building Bridges Award (2007)

• Stonehill College: St. Thomas More Society Award (2007)

• Order Sons of Italy, MA Grand Lodge: Distinguished Lawyer Award (2005)

• Frank J. Murray Inn of Court: Lawyer of the Year (2005) 

• Suffolk County District Attorney’s Office: O’Riordan-Mundy Distinguished Legal Service Award (1999) 

• President, Massachusetts District Attorneys Association
• Vice President, Board of Directors, National District Attorneys Association
• Member, Executive Working Group, National District Attorneys Association
• Member, Executive Committee, Prosecutors Against Gun Violence
• Member, Board of Overseers, Major Cities Prosecutors Council
• Member, Board of Trustees, Suffolk University
• Member, Board of Directors, Greater Boston YMCA
• Member, Public Service Committee, Boston Bar Association
• Member, Diversity in the Legal Profession Special Committee, Boston Bar Association