Atty. Daniel A. Stenson
Dan Stenson has been working with John Hill representing injured individuals in the San Francisco Bay Area for over thirty years. He has focused his practice in the areas of Personal Injury Law; Wrongful Death; Products liability Law; Civil Litigation; Employment Law; Medical Negligence; Motor Vehicle Accidents and Injuries and Premises liability.
Medical Malpractice & More Attorney · Serving Oakland, CA · 48+ Years Experience
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About Daniel A. Stenson at a Glance
Daniel A. Stenson is a Senior Attorney based in Oakland, California, practicing at Law Offices of John E. Hill, P.C.. They have 48+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1978. Their practice focuses on car accidents, medical malpractice, wrongful death, personal injury, and slip & fall. Admitted to practice in California (1978), U.S. District Court, Northern District of California (1978), and U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit (1978). Educated at University of California at Berkeley, Boalt Hall School of Law (J.D., 1978) and University of the Pacific (B.A., 1975). Active member of State Bar of California Alameda-Contra Costa County Bar Association American Bar Association San Francisco Trial Lawyers Association American Association of Justice. Serves clients in Oakland, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Daniel A. Stenson
- Dan Stenson has been working with John Hill representing injured individuals in the San Francisco Bay Area for over thirty years
- He has focused his practice in the areas of Personal Injury Law
- Wrongful Death
- Products liability Law
- Civil Litigation
- Employment Law
- Medical Negligence
- Motor Vehicle Accidents and Injuries and Premises liability
- Memberships State Bar of California Alameda-Contra Costa County Bar Association American Bar Association San Francisco Trial Lawyers Association American Association of Justice
Practice Areas Explained
Daniel A. Stenson's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Daniel A. Stenson handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Oakland.
Car Accidents in Oakland
Hurt in a car crash? Car accident lawyers fight insurance companies for fair compensation — free consult, no fee unless you win.
Daniel A. Stenson is one of 36,434 car accidents attorneys indexed nationally. Browse car accidents attorneys in California →
Medical Malpractice in Oakland
Medical malpractice lawyers represent patients harmed by negligent doctors, hospitals, and other providers. Free case review, no fee unless you win.
Daniel A. Stenson is one of 48,593 medical malpractice attorneys indexed nationally. Browse medical malpractice attorneys in California →
Wrongful Death in Oakland
Daniel A. Stenson is one of 30,932 wrongful death attorneys indexed nationally. Browse wrongful death attorneys in California →
Personal Injury in Oakland
Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.
Daniel A. Stenson is one of 262,557 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in California →
Slip & Fall / Premises Liability in Oakland
Daniel A. Stenson is one of 29,187 slip & fall attorneys indexed nationally. Browse slip & fall attorneys in California →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Oakland
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 Oakland 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 venue, 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.
Oakland Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Oakland-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Oakland Choose Daniel A. Stenson
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Daniel A. Stenson's practice in the field of car accidents, medical malpractice, wrongful death, personal injury, and slip & fall.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Daniel A. Stenson brings 48+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in California, U.S. District Court, Northern District of California, and U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit, Daniel A. Stenson can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering car accidents, medical malpractice, and wrongful death, Daniel A. Stenson can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Oakland
A Oakland-based practice means Daniel A. Stenson attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues Daniel A. Stenson Handles in Oakland
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Daniel A. Stenson has experience with under California law. If your situation involves one of these case categories, this attorney may be well positioned to help you understand your options.
This list is illustrative, not exhaustive. Contact Daniel A. Stenson directly to discuss the specifics of your situation.
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