Rob Daake

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About Rob Daake

An experienced legal and development strategist with a knack for fast and flawless execution, Rob Daake is the founder of two successful businesses: The Law Offices of Robert D. Daake, PLLC Daake Development Advisors Rob has an uncanny ability to curate and develop top-tier talent and is respected and regarded for years of experience in both the public and private sectors. He brings a broad spectrum of services and expertise to clients for a streamlined experience. Rob served as an associate attorney for both Coats Rose, P.C. and Abernathy, Roeder, Boyd and Hullet, P.C, before forming his own firm. Prior to his law experience, Rob served in several executive roles, including Executive Director of Development Services and Assistant City Manager, for one of the fastest-growing cities in the country. Rob was primarily focused on land development issues and the community was consistently ranked as one of the Best Places to Live in America by multiple national publications during his tenure. Additionally, Rob practiced civil engineering for 18 years for a variety of nationally known public and private clients and served as a consultant with Kimley-Horn, one of the nation’s premier planning and design consulting agencies. Rob received his Juris Doctorate from Texas A&M University with a focus on real estate law, state and local government law, and construction law. He received his Bachelor of Science in civil engineering from Iowa State University. In his spare time, Rob enjoys spending time with his two sons. Additionally, he represents disabled students and their families statewide in ensuring students receive the services to which they are entitled. ESTABLISHED VALUE: Heavy-hitting dealmaker providing small firm agility. Works with clients to ask questions from a land use perspective that often have not been considered. Identifies opportunities for even minor adjustments that can result in substantial financial benefits, time savings, and risk mitigation. Capitalizes on opportunities clients may not have previously been aware were even possible. Mobilizes exceedingly capable teams with a unique combination of backgrounds and skillsets, resulting in direct benefits to clients. Consensus builder with a deep understanding of policy issues. Ethical and accountable, detail-oriented, and conscientious. Approachable, dependable, and diligent. Driven by excellence and purpose, treating each project as his own personal passion. Operates not just as an advisor, but as a well-rounded ally and true partner with each client.