Atty. Daniel James Kelly

Atty. Daniel James Kelly

Daniel James Kelly is a lawyer practicing toxic tort, products liability, commercial litigation and 2 other areas of law. Daniel James received a B.F.A. degree from University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign in 1985, and has been licensed for 37 years.

San Francisco San Francisco 37 yrs experience 37 year
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Profile Summary

About Daniel James Kelly at a glance

Daniel James Kelly is a Partner based in San Francisco, California, practicing at Tucker Ellis, LLP. They have 37+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1989. Their practice focuses on personal injury, business, bankruptcy, creditor rights, and product liability. Admitted to practice in California (1989), Illinois (1990), and District of Columbia U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit U.S. District Court, Central, Eastern, Nor (1990). Educated at University of Southern California, Gould School of Law (J.D., 1989) and University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign (B.F.A. University, 1985). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in San Francisco, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Daniel James Kelly is a lawyer practicing toxic tort, products liability, commercial litigation and 2 other areas of law
  • Daniel James received a B.F.A. degree from University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign in 1985, and has been licensed for 37 years
  • Daniel James practices at Tucker Ellis, LLP in San Francisco, CA

Practice Areas Explained

Daniel James Kelly's Areas of Practice

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

Personal Injury

Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.

Daniel James Kelly is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in California →

Business & Corporate Law

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

Daniel James Kelly is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in California →

Bankruptcy & Debt

A bankruptcy attorney can help you eliminate debt, stop creditor harassment, and protect your home through Chapter 7 or Chapter 13.

Daniel James Kelly is one of 105,321 bankruptcy attorneys indexed nationally. Browse bankruptcy attorneys in California →

Creditor Rights & Collections

Daniel James Kelly is one of 42,948 creditor rights attorneys indexed nationally. Browse creditor rights attorneys in California →

Product Liability

Daniel James Kelly is one of 66,193 product liability attorneys indexed nationally. Browse product liability attorneys in California →

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 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 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 James Kelly

Where is Daniel James Kelly's law office located?
Daniel James Kelly's law practice is located in San Francisco, California. The firm is Tucker Ellis, LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Daniel James Kelly handle?
Daniel James Kelly focuses on personal injury, business, bankruptcy, creditor rights, product liability. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Daniel James Kelly practiced law?
Daniel James Kelly has 37+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1989.
Where did Daniel James Kelly go to law school?
Daniel James Kelly earned their education at (J.D., 1989); (B.F.A. University, 1985).
How can I contact Daniel James Kelly for a consultation?
You can contact Daniel James Kelly 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 James Kelly received?
Daniel James Kelly's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Southern California, Gould School of Law
- 1989
B.F.A. University
University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign
- 1985

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1989
Illinois
Admitted: 1990
District of Columbia U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit U.S. District Court, Central, Eastern, Nor
Admitted: 1990

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