Atty. Daniel Evan Clarkson

Atty. Daniel Evan Clarkson

Daniel Evan Clarkson is a lawyer practicing litigation, white collar defense & special investigations, criminal defense and 3 other areas of law. Daniel received a B.S. degree from Duke University in 2002, and has been licensed for 18 years.

San Francisco San Francisco 18 yrs experience 18 year
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Criminal Defense & More Attorney · Serving San Francisco, CA · 18+ Years Experience

Profile Summary

About Daniel Evan Clarkson at a Glance

Daniel Evan Clarkson is a criminal defense, white collar, securities, litigation, and government attorney based in San Francisco, California. They have 18+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2008. Admitted to practice in New York U.S. Court of Appeals for the Second Circuit U.S. Court of Appeals for the Sixth Circuit U. (2008) and Washington (2017). Educated at New York University School of Law J.D. 2007 Associate Casebook Editor New York University School of Law J.D. NYU Moot Court Board (—) and Duke University (B.S., 2002). Serves clients in San Francisco, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated November 2026

About Daniel Evan Clarkson

  • Daniel Evan Clarkson is a lawyer practicing litigation, white collar defense & special investigations, criminal defense and 3 other areas of law
  • Daniel received a B.S. degree from Duke University in 2002, and has been licensed for 18 years
  • Daniel practices in San Francisco, CA

Practice Areas Explained

Daniel Evan Clarkson's Areas of Legal Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Daniel Evan Clarkson handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in San Francisco.

Criminal Defense in San Francisco

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White Collar Crimes in San Francisco

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Securities Law in San Francisco

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Civil Litigation in San Francisco

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Government & Administrative Law in San Francisco

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Jurisdictional Context

Why Local Counsel Matters in San Francisco

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 San Francisco 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.

San Francisco Courts and Legal Process

Choosing a San Francisco-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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Frequently Asked

Common Questions About Daniel Evan Clarkson

Where is Daniel Evan Clarkson's law office located?
Daniel Evan Clarkson's law practice is located in San Francisco, California. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Daniel Evan Clarkson handle?
Daniel Evan Clarkson focuses on criminal defense, white collar, securities, litigation, government. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Daniel Evan Clarkson practiced law?
Daniel Evan Clarkson has 18+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2008.
Where did Daniel Evan Clarkson go to law school?
Daniel Evan Clarkson earned their education at (—); (B.S., 2002).
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Professional Profile

Why Clients in San Francisco Choose Daniel Evan Clarkson

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 Evan Clarkson's practice in the field of criminal defense, white collar, securities, litigation, and government.

Decade-Tested Legal Experience

Daniel Evan Clarkson brings 18+ 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 New York U.S. Court of Appeals for the Second Circuit U.S. Court of Appeals for the Sixth Circuit U. and Washington, Daniel Evan Clarkson can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.

Broad Practice Area Coverage

Covering criminal defense, white collar, and securities, Daniel Evan Clarkson can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.

Local Presence in San Francisco

A San Francisco-based practice means Daniel Evan Clarkson 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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Education & Law School Background

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New York University School of Law J.D. 2007 Associate Casebook Editor New York University School of Law J.D. NYU Moot Court Board
- In Progress
B.S.
Duke University
- 2002

Bar Admissions & Licensed Jurisdictions

New York U.S. Court of Appeals for the Second Circuit U.S. Court of Appeals for the Sixth Circuit U.
Admitted: 2008
Washington
Admitted: 2017

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