Dan Grieser, a native of Audubon, has been appointed as the county solicitor for Bucks County, Pennsylvania. The appointment, made by the Bucks County Board of Commissioners, took place on December 3, 2023, and was confirmed through a unanimous, bipartisan vote by the three-member board. Grieser now serves as the chief legal officer and heads the county’s Law Department.
Grieser joined the county’s Law Department in 2021, initially taking on the role of assistant county solicitor before becoming deputy county solicitor. His new responsibilities include overseeing all lawsuits involving the county, its subdivisions, and its workforce of over 2,000 employees. He will also provide legal counsel to the Board of Commissioners and various departments, as well as to the county’s Salary and Retirement Board.
Professional Background and Community Impact
With a population of approximately 650,000, Bucks County is located north of Philadelphia, bordering New Jersey. Grieser brings a wealth of experience to his new role, having served for over 25 years in the legal field, particularly representing government agencies. He is a retired lieutenant colonel from the U.S. Army Judge Advocate General’s Corps, where he honed his skills in military law.
Following his military career, Grieser worked as a municipal solicitor for various entities in Pennsylvania, including the Centennial School District, Newtown Township, and Middletown Township. His extensive experience in legal representation for government bodies has prepared him for the challenges he will face as county solicitor.
Education and Community Roots
Grieser is a proud graduate of Audubon High School and has furthered his education at Moorhead State University, the University of North Dakota Law School, and the U.S. Army Judge Advocate General’s Legal Center and School, where he earned a Master of Laws (LL.M.) in military law.
He resides in Doylestown, the county seat of Bucks County, with his family. Grieser’s appointment not only marks a significant step in his career but also reflects his deep commitment to serving his community through public service and law. His leadership is anticipated to guide the county’s legal matters effectively and with integrity.
