Atty. Daniel C. Hunter
Attorney Daniel C. Hunter IV began his college education at Brigham Young University, where he graduated with a Bachelor's Degree majoring in Portuguese with an English minor.
Annulment & More Attorney · Serving Ladera Ranch, CA · 28+ Years Experience
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About Daniel C. Hunter at a Glance
Daniel C. Hunter is a Founder based in Ladera Ranch, California, practicing at The Hunter Law Group. They have 28+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1998. Their practice focuses on divorce, child custody, family law, real estate, and bankruptcy. Admitted to practice in Utah (1998) and California United States District Court for the Central District of California United States Distric (2000). Educated at University of San Diego School of Law (J.D., 1998) and Brigham Young University (B.A., 1994). Active member of California State Bar Orange County Bar Association (Member, Family Law Section) Federal Bar Association Association of Family & Conciliation Courts The National Advocates Top 100 Lawyers American Institute of Family Attorneys. Serves clients in Ladera Ranch, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Daniel C. Hunter
- Attorney Daniel C. Hunter IV began his college education at Brigham Young University, where he graduated with a Bachelor's Degree majoring in Portuguese with an English minor
- After this, he graduated in 1998 from the University of San Diego, School of Law and was admitted to the Utah State Bar that very same year
- The following year, Mr. Hunter was admitted into the California State Bar
- Since the year 2000, he has worked hard to maintain both of his licenses in each state, providing legal services to residences of both Utah and California
- Experience After graduating with his law degree, Mr. Daniel Hunter worked as a litigator with Smith Chapman & Campbell
- From there he was hired as an in-house counsel for one of premier after-market computer memory manufacturers in the world, Viking Components, Inc. His job at the company involved negotiating and drafting domestic and international contracts, as well as managing any company litigation
- In addition, he worked to protect the company's intellectual property portfolio, which involved both patents and trademarks
- During his time at Viking, he also worked to revise their procedures and company policies related to human resources and unemployment claims
- In 2001, he left the company to work for a private practice, Ostergar Law Group, P.C., where he became a partner in 2006, renaming the firm Ostergar Hunter Law Group
- Eventually in 2011, the firm dissolved, leaving Mr. Hunter to start his own firm, The Hunter Law Group, where he now currently practices business and family law in Orange County, CA
- Achievements After completing a nationally broadcast radio tour on various divorce matters, Attorney Hunter was asked to take part in co-authoring a book called "A Cup of Coffee with 10 of the Top Divorce Attorneys in the United States
- The book was written with the intent to use 100% of the proceeds as a donation to Kiwanis, a well-known charity organization that would distribute the funds to families and children in need
- Just one day after launching the book on Amazon, the book achieved the #1 spot for Family Law, #1 Marriage Law and #5 for Law, under the "Amazon Best Seller" category
- This also identified Attorney Hunter as a "Best Selling Author" on Amazon
- All of the royalties from this book are going straight to Kiwanis
- Purchase your own paperback copy from Amazon here!
- In 2016, Expertise highlighted Attorney Hunter as one of the top 20 experts out of hundreds of divorce lawyers in Anaheim
Practice Areas Explained
Daniel C. Hunter's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Daniel C. Hunter handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Ladera Ranch.
Divorce in Ladera Ranch
A divorce attorney guides you through property division, spousal support, custody, and the final decree — contested or uncontested.
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Child Custody & Visitation in Ladera Ranch
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Family Law in Ladera Ranch
Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.
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Real Estate Law in Ladera Ranch
Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.
Daniel C. Hunter is one of 313,729 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in California →
Bankruptcy & Debt in Ladera Ranch
A bankruptcy attorney can help you eliminate debt, stop creditor harassment, and protect your home through Chapter 7 or Chapter 13.
Daniel C. Hunter is one of 104,458 bankruptcy attorneys indexed nationally. Browse bankruptcy attorneys in California →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Ladera Ranch
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 Ladera Ranch 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.
Ladera Ranch Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Ladera Ranch-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 Ladera Ranch Choose Daniel C. Hunter
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 C. Hunter's practice in the field of divorce, child custody, family law, real estate, and bankruptcy.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Daniel C. Hunter brings 28+ 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 Utah and California United States District Court for the Central District of California United States Distric, Daniel C. Hunter can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering divorce, child custody, and family law, Daniel C. Hunter can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Ladera Ranch
A Ladera Ranch-based practice means Daniel C. Hunter 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 C. Hunter Handles in Ladera Ranch
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Daniel C. Hunter 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.
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