On February 11, 2025, Dan Cain announced his candidacy for Elmira City Court Judge. Dan is a life long resident of Chemung County who attended college at SUNY Geneseo and law school at Temple University. Dan has 19 years of experience as an attorney in Elmira, with a broad expertise, ranging from real estate, wills and estates, and guardianships to Family Court matters such as adoptions and representing both parents and children. His extensive background also includes work in City Court, defending clients, handling landlord-tenant disputes, small claims, and serving as a part-time Assistant Corporation Counsel. Dan currently is a court attorney for Judge Rich in Chemung County Court. He's held positions with Sayles & Evans Law firm, and with the Buck, Danaher, Ryan and McGlenn Law firm.

Dan is married to his wife Yada, and they have 4 children. He is the son of John & Marilyn Cain, a retired Notre Dame High School teacher and a long time nurse, whom he says have provided him with a roadmap to live a life of purpose that seeks to help other people. He's has been involved with the Chemung County Habitat for Humanity and the Josh Palmer Fund...and he's asking for your vote in the local election.