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Atty. Daniel Fain Archer

Atty. Daniel Fain Archer

Daniel F. Archer has practiced law on the Monterey Peninsula since 1988.

Monterey Monterey 38 yrs experience 38 year
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Profile Summary

About Daniel Fain Archer at a glance

Daniel Fain Archer is a Shareholder based in Monterey, California, practicing at Kennedy, Archer & Giffen A Professional Corporation. They have 38+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1988. Their practice focuses on business, real estate, m&a, and construction. Admitted to practice in California (1988). Educated at Santa Clara University (J.D., 1988) and California State University at Sacramento (B.S., 1985). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Monterey County and American Bar Associations. Serands clients in Monterey, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Daniel F. Archer has practiced law on the Monterey Peninsula since 1988
  • Mr. Archer’s practice covers commercial transactions, including real estate acquisitions, dispositions, development and leasing, construction, commercial lending and joint ventures, and non-profit organizations
  • Mr. Archer is a graduate of California State University at Sacramento (B.S. 1985) and Santa Clara University School of Law (J.D. 1988)
  • While in law school, Mr. Archer was an editor of the Santa Clara University Law Review
  • In 1987-1988, Mr. Archer clerked for The Honorable Nat Agliano, Presiding Justice of the California Court of Appeal, Sixth District
  • Mr. Archer is a member of the National Order of Barristers, is AV (Preeminent) Peer Rated by Martindale-Hubbell, was awarded the top 1% of American Professionals by The American Registry, and is a member of the State Bar of California and the Monterey County Bar Associations
  • Mr. Archer is active in the local community, and is a member and former board member of the Rotary Club of Monterey, a former board member and President of Carmel Unified Youth Baseball, and a founding board member of the Monterey Peninsula chapter of the American Heart Association

Practice Areas Explained

Daniel Fain Archer's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Daniel Fain Archer 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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Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

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Mergers & Acquisitions

Daniel Fain Archer is one of 49,731 m&a attorneys indexed nationally. Browse m&a attorneys in California →

Construction Law

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in California

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 Monterey 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 andnue, 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.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Daniel Fain Archer

Where is Daniel Fain Archer's law office located?
Daniel Fain Archer's law practice is located in Monterey, California. The firm is Kennedy, Archer & Giffen A Professional Corporation. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Daniel Fain Archer handle?
Daniel Fain Archer focuses on business, real estate, m&a, construction. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Daniel Fain Archer practiced law?
Daniel Fain Archer has 38+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1988.
Where did Daniel Fain Archer go to law school?
Daniel Fain Archer earned their education at (J.D., 1988); (B.S., 1985).
How can I contact Daniel Fain Archer for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Daniel Fain Archer received?
Daniel Fain Archer's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Santa Clara University
- 1988
B.S.
California State University at Sacramento
- 1985

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1988

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