Danielle Dawson was born and raised in Henderson, Nevada. She graduated Foothill High School with honors in 2004. After graduation, Danielle went to Snow College to earn her associates degree then on to Weber State University to earn her bachelor’s degree by the spring of 2007. After earning her bachelor’s degree, Danielle returned to Nevada to attend William S. Boyd, School of Law. She graduated with her Juris Doctor degree from the University of Nevada, Las Vegas in December of 2009. Currently, Danielle is a member of the Nevada State Bar Association as well as being licensed to practice in Federal court.

Danielle realized her love of the law at an early age. At the age of 16, she worked as a file clerk for a local law firm. Shortly thereafter, Danielle went on to work as a receptionist to another law office. She subsequently on to graduate college with a minor in Pre-Law. Danielle currently resides in Henderson with her dog, George.