#31: District Attorney Vincent Daniels, Daniel Frishman (Then)
Daniel Frishman portrayed District Attorney Vincent Daniels, introduced in the Season 3 episode “Dan’s Boss.” The new D.A. arrives to evaluate Dan Fielding, instantly establishing a rivalry built on résumé polish versus swagger. Frishman imbued Daniels with clipped authority, a take-no-nonsense presence, and a sly wit that could puncture Dan’s bravado.

Daniels recurred across three episodes through Season 5, resurfacing on Halloween and in a storyline where his niece Kitty flusters Dan. The character’s professionalism, strategic calm, and well-aimed put-downs made him a memorable foil amid the show’s chaos. He also underlined that real prosecutorial power sat above Dan’s antics, tightening stakes and punching up the comedy.
