Atty. Daniel M. Deaton

Atty. Daniel M. Deaton

Mr. Daniel M.

Los Angeles Los Angeles 28 yrs experience 28 year
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Profile Summary

About Daniel M. Deaton at a glance

Daniel M. Deaton is a Partner based in Los Angeles, California, practicing at Nixon Peabody LLP. They have 28+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1998. Their practice focuses on business and government. Admitted to practice in Texas (1998) and California (2004). Educated at Southern Methodist University (J.D., 1998) and University of California, Irvine (B.A., 1994). Active member of State Bar of Texas State Bar of California. Provides legal services in Spanish. Serands clients in Los Angeles, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Mr. Daniel M. Deaton is a lawyer practicing public finance, business law, other
  • Daniel received a B.A. degree from University of California, Irvine in 1994, and has been licensed for 28 years
  • Daniel practices at Nixon Peabody LLP in Los Angeles, CA

Practice Areas Explained

Daniel M. Deaton's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Daniel M. Deaton 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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Government & Administrative 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 Los Angeles 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 M. Deaton

Where is Daniel M. Deaton's law office located?
Daniel M. Deaton's law practice is located in Los Angeles, California. The firm is Nixon Peabody LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Daniel M. Deaton handle?
Daniel M. Deaton focuses on business, government. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Daniel M. Deaton practiced law?
Daniel M. Deaton has 28+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1998.
What languages does Daniel M. Deaton speak?
Daniel M. Deaton provides legal services in Spanish. Bilingual representation can be especially important when contracts, testimony, or court filings require accurate translation.
Where did Daniel M. Deaton go to law school?
Daniel M. Deaton earned their education at (J.D., 1998); (B.A., 1994).
How can I contact Daniel M. Deaton for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Southern Methodist University
- 1998
B.A.
University of California, Irvine
- 1994

Languages

Bar Admissions

Texas
Admitted: 1998
California
Admitted: 2004

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