Admiralty Law & More Attorney · Serving Houston, TX · 40+ Years Experience
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About Daniel D. Hu at a Glance
Daniel D. Hu is an U.S. Attys. Off. based in Houston, Texas. They have 40+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1986. Their practice focuses on criminal defense, federal crimes, litigation, government, and maritime. Admitted to practice in Texas US Supreme Court Second Circuit Court of Appeals Texas Western District Court Federal Circuit (1986). Educated at University of Texas (J.D., 1986) and Rice University (B.A., 1982). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serves clients in Houston, TX and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Daniel D. Hu
- Mr. Daniel D. Hu is a lawyer practicing civil litigation, admiralty law, federal criminal law and 3 other areas of law
- Daniel received a B.A. degree from Rice University in 1982, and has been licensed for 40 years
- Daniel practices in Houston, TX
Practice Areas Explained
Daniel D. Hu's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Daniel D. Hu handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Houston.
Criminal Defense in Houston
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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Federal Crimes in Houston
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Civil Litigation in Houston
Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
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Government & Administrative Law in Houston
Attorneys for administrative law, agency hearings, government contracts, licensing, and public benefits.
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Maritime & Admiralty Law in Houston
Maritime attorneys for Jones Act claims, longshore injury, cruise ship cases, and offshore matters.
Daniel D. Hu is one of 11,459 maritime attorneys indexed nationally. Browse maritime attorneys in Texas →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Houston
Practicing law in Texas. Legal matters in Texas are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Houston are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Texas state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Texas 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 Texas courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
Houston Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Houston-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 Houston Choose Daniel D. Hu
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 D. Hu's practice in the field of criminal defense, federal crimes, litigation, government, and maritime.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Daniel D. Hu brings 40+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering criminal defense, federal crimes, and litigation, Daniel D. Hu can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Houston
A Houston-based practice means Daniel D. Hu attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
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