Dan A. Saathoff

At Kennyhertz Perry, Danny counsels clients in a wide range of industries, including commercial real estate, construction, private equity, emerging technology and software ventures, logistics and transportation, agriculture, cryptocurrency, and traditional small business and retail operations. Danny serves as outside counsel to several of Kansas City’s most established commercial real estate brokerage firms and professionals, providing legal guidance on transactional matters, commercial leases, construction agreements, brokerage agreements, and risk management. His pragmatic approach and strategic guidance have made him a trusted resource for entrepreneurs and established companies alike.

Danny also leads the firm’s renowned Restaurant and Hospitality Practice Group, widely recognized as the most established in the Kansas City Metro. Under his leadership, the firm represents an array of nationally recognized brands and premier local restaurant groups, breweries, and countless local operators, many of which continue to earn prestigious accolades, including James Beard nominations. Danny has a proven track record of successfully securing liquor licenses, negotiating complex commercial leases, and handling the full spectrum of legal and corporate matters for hospitality clients. Danny has played a significant role in helping many of these local and national operations continue to grow, both in Kansas City and nearby markets.

Before joining Kennyhertz Perry, Danny served as General Counsel for Kansas City’s largest restaurant group, where he oversaw real estate transactions, brand acquisitions, liquor licensing, regulatory compliance, and when necessary, represented them in litigation. His experience extends beyond legal matters, having advised executive leadership on business strategies, market evaluation, and expansion opportunities – with a special focus on commercial real estate markets across the entire Midwest and Southeast.

Additionally, Danny honed his litigation skills at one of Kansas City’s most respected civil defense firms, representing clients in high-stakes matters involving securities fraud, product liability, consumer protection, employment disputes, breach of contract, and construction litigation.
Outside of his legal practice, Danny enjoys spending time with his wife, Kayli, their two sons, and Dakota, their Bernese Mountain dog. Outside of work, you can find him at the Lake of the Ozarks, a Chiefs or Jayhawks game, or on the golf course.