Atty. Daniel P. McElhatton

Atty. Daniel P. McElhatton

Daniel P. McElhatton is a lawyer practicing appeals, arbitration, criminal defense and 4 other areas of law.

Philadelphia Philadelphia 52 J. Erfahrung 52 year
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About Daniel P. McElhatton at a glance

Daniel P. McElhatton is a criminal defense, business, real estate, zoning, and white collar attorney based in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. They have 52+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1974. Admitted to practice in Pennsylvania (1974), U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Pennsylvania (1982), New Jersey (1984), and U.S. Court of Appeals, Third Circuit and U.S. Supreme Court (1995). Educated at Temple University J.D. (—) and Villanova University B.A. (—). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Philadelphia, PA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Daniel P. McElhatton is a lawyer practicing appeals, arbitration, criminal defense and 4 other areas of law
  • Daniel received a B.A. degree from Villanova University, and has been licensed for 52 years
  • Daniel practices in Philadelphia, PA

Practice Areas Explained

Daniel P. McElhatton's Areas of Practice

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

Criminal Defense

A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.

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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.

Daniel P. McElhatton is one of 316,149 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in Pennsylvania →

Land Use & Zoning

Daniel P. McElhatton is one of 40,226 zoning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse zoning attorneys in Pennsylvania →

White Collar Crimes

Daniel P. McElhatton is one of 20,025 white collar attorneys indexed nationally. Browse white collar attorneys in Pennsylvania →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Pennsylvania

Practicing law in Pennsylvania. Legal matters in Pennsylvania are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Philadelphia are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Pennsylvania state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Pennsylvania 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 Pennsylvania courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Daniel P. McElhatton

Where is Daniel P. McElhatton's law office located?
Daniel P. McElhatton's law practice is located in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Daniel P. McElhatton handle?
Daniel P. McElhatton focuses on criminal defense, business, real estate, zoning, white collar. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Pennsylvania.
How long has Daniel P. McElhatton practiced law?
Daniel P. McElhatton has 52+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1974.
Where did Daniel P. McElhatton go to law school?
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How can I contact Daniel P. McElhatton for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Daniel P. McElhatton received?
Daniel P. McElhatton's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

Temple University J.D.
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Villanova University B.A.
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Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Pennsylvania
Admitted: 1974
U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Pennsylvania
Admitted: 1982
New Jersey
Admitted: 1984
U.S. Court of Appeals, Third Circuit and U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 1995

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