Atty. Daniel Brett Smith

Atty. Daniel Brett Smith

Daniel Brett Smith is a lawyer practicing real estate, corporate law, sports law and 3 other areas of law. Daniel received a degree from Pepperdine University Southwestern Law School, Malibu CA, and has been licensed for 27 years.

Tustin Tustin 27 yrs experience 27 year
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Profile Summary

About Daniel Brett Smith at a glance

Daniel Brett Smith is an Associate based in Tustin, California, practicing at Cane Walker And Harkins Llp. They have 27+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1999. Their practice focuses on business, real estate, zoning, and entertainment. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1999) and California (2000). Educated at Loyola University School of Law (J.D., 1999) and Pepperdine University Southwestern Law School, Malibu CA University of Illinois (B.S., 1996). Active member of Chicago and Illinois State Bar Associations. Serands clients in Tustin, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Daniel Brett Smith is a lawyer practicing real estate, corporate law, sports law and 3 other areas of law
  • Daniel received a degree from Pepperdine University Southwestern Law School, Malibu CA, and has been licensed for 27 years
  • Daniel practices at Cane, Walker & Harkins LLP in Tustin, CA

Practice Areas Explained

Daniel Brett Smith's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Daniel Brett Smith handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

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Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

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Land Use & Zoning

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Entertainment & Sports Law

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in California

Practicing law in California. Legal matters in California are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Tustin are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate California state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in California brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in California courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Daniel Brett Smith

Where is Daniel Brett Smith's law office located?
Daniel Brett Smith's law practice is located in Tustin, California. The firm is Cane Walker And Harkins Llp. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Daniel Brett Smith handle?
Daniel Brett Smith focuses on business, real estate, zoning, entertainment. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Daniel Brett Smith practiced law?
Daniel Brett Smith has 27+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1999.
Where did Daniel Brett Smith go to law school?
Daniel Brett Smith earned their education at (J.D., 1999); (B.S., 1996).
How can I contact Daniel Brett Smith for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Loyola University School of Law
- 1999
B.S.
Pepperdine University Southwestern Law School, Malibu CA University of Illinois
- 1996

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1999
California
Admitted: 2000

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