Atty. Daniel H. Shaner

Atty. Daniel H. Shaner

Daniel H. Shaner is a lawyer practicing estate planning, elder law, commercial collections and 2 other areas of law.

Fairfax Fairfax 61 yrs experience 61 year
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Profile Summary

About Daniel H. Shaner at a glance

Daniel H. Shaner is a Member based in Fairfax, Virginia, practicing at Shaner & Helf, LLC. They have 61+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1965. Their practice focuses on estate planning, business, real estate, commercial re, and creditor rights. Admitted to practice in Virginia (1965). Educated at George Washington University (LL.B., 1965) and Hampden-Sydney College (B.A., 1962). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Fairfax and American Bar Associations Virginia State Bar. Serands clients in Fairfax, VA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Daniel H. Shaner is a lawyer practicing estate planning, elder law, commercial collections and 2 other areas of law
  • Daniel received a B.A. degree from Hampden-Sydney College in 1962, and has been licensed for 61 years
  • Daniel practices at Shaner & Helf, LLC in Fairfax, VA

Practice Areas Explained

Daniel H. Shaner's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Daniel H. Shaner handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Estate Planning & Probate

An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.

Daniel H. Shaner is one of 226,537 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in Virginia →

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

Daniel H. Shaner is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Virginia →

Real Estate Law

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

Daniel H. Shaner is one of 316,149 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in Virginia →

Commercial Real Estate

Daniel H. Shaner is one of 16,000 commercial re attorneys indexed nationally. Browse commercial re attorneys in Virginia →

Creditor Rights & Collections

Daniel H. Shaner is one of 42,948 creditor rights attorneys indexed nationally. Browse creditor rights attorneys in Virginia →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Virginia

Practicing law in Virginia. Legal matters in Virginia are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Fairfax are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Virginia state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Virginia 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 Virginia courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Daniel H. Shaner

Where is Daniel H. Shaner's law office located?
Daniel H. Shaner's law practice is located in Fairfax, Virginia. The firm is Shaner & Helf, LLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Daniel H. Shaner handle?
Daniel H. Shaner focuses on estate planning, business, real estate, commercial re, creditor rights. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Virginia.
How long has Daniel H. Shaner practiced law?
Daniel H. Shaner has 61+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1965.
Where did Daniel H. Shaner go to law school?
Daniel H. Shaner earned their education at (LL.B., 1965); (B.A., 1962).
How can I contact Daniel H. Shaner for a consultation?
You can contact Daniel H. Shaner directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has Daniel H. Shaner received?
Daniel H. Shaner's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

LL.B.
George Washington University
- 1965
B.A.
Hampden-Sydney College
- 1962

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Virginia
Admitted: 1965

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