Daniel J. Klaich rejoined NSHE in November 2004 as chief counsel, having previously served the NSHE as regent from 1987 to 1997. He was promoted to vice chancellor for legal affairs and administration in February 2005 and has worked as executive vice chancellor since September 2005.

Prior to that time, he served as executive vice president and general counsel for Clean Fuels Technology, Inc. from 1994 until 2004. In this role Mr. Klaich worked in a policy making capacity, advising the ceo and board of directors as well as overseeing and managing litigation. He has practiced law for close to 30 years including 12 years at Walther, Key, Maupin, Oats, Cox, Lee & Klaich.