Atty. Dana Duane McDaniel

Atty. Dana Duane McDaniel

Dana Duane McDaniel is a lawyer practicing construction industry practice, litigation, intellectual property litigation and transactions and 2 other areas of law. Dana received a B.S. degree from Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University in 1977, and has been licensed for 41 years.

Richmond Richmond 41 yrs experience 41 year
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About Dana Duane McDaniel at a glance

Dana Duane McDaniel is a Member based in Richmond, Virginia, practicing at Spotts Fain PC. They have 41+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1985. Their practice focuses on business, ip, litigation, and adr. Admitted to practice in Virginia (1985). Educated at College of William & Mary (J.D., 1985) and Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University (B.S., 1977). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Federal Circuit Bar Association American Bar Association. Serands clients in Richmond, VA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Dana Duane McDaniel is a lawyer practicing construction industry practice, litigation, intellectual property litigation and transactions and 2 other areas of law
  • Dana received a B.S. degree from Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University in 1977, and has been licensed for 41 years
  • Dana practices at Spotts Fain PC in Richmond, VA

Practice Areas Explained

Dana Duane McDaniel's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Dana Duane McDaniel 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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Intellectual Property

IP attorneys protect inventions, brands, and creative work through patent prosecution, trademark registration, copyright, and trade-secret enforcement.

Dana Duane McDaniel is one of 106,079 ip attorneys indexed nationally. Browse ip attorneys in Virginia →

Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

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Mediation & Arbitration

Mediators and arbitrators for civil, commercial, family, and employment dispute resolution.

Dana Duane McDaniel is one of 73,906 adr attorneys indexed nationally. Browse adr attorneys in Virginia →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Virginia

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Dana Duane McDaniel

Where is Dana Duane McDaniel's law office located?
Dana Duane McDaniel's law practice is located in Richmond, Virginia. The firm is Spotts Fain PC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Dana Duane McDaniel handle?
Dana Duane McDaniel focuses on business, ip, litigation, adr. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Virginia.
How long has Dana Duane McDaniel practiced law?
Dana Duane McDaniel has 41+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1985.
Where did Dana Duane McDaniel go to law school?
Dana Duane McDaniel earned their education at (J.D., 1985); (B.S., 1977).
How can I contact Dana Duane McDaniel for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Dana Duane McDaniel received?
Dana Duane McDaniel's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
College of William & Mary
- 1985
B.S.
Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University
- 1977

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Virginia
Admitted: 1985

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