Atty. Daniel Kent Simon
Daniel Kent Simon is a lawyer practicing personal injury, auto accidents, insurance claims and 11 other areas of law. Daniel received a B.A. degree from University of California at Santa Barbara in 1977, and has been licensed for 42 years.
Auto Accidents & More Attorney · Serving Santa Barbara, CA · 42+ Years Experience
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About Daniel Kent Simon at a Glance
Daniel Kent Simon is a Member based in Santa Barbara, California, practicing at Daniel K. Simon APC. They have 42+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1984. Their practice focuses on car accidents, personal injury, criminal defense, business, and workers comp. Admitted to practice in California (1984), U.S. District Court, Central District of California (1985), and U.S. Supreme Court (1994). Educated at Santa Barbara College of Law (J.D., 1983) and University of California at Santa Barbara (B.A., 1977). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Santa Barbara County Bar State Bar of California American Bar Association (Member, Panel of Arbitrators) Consumer Attorneys of California Consumer Attorneys Association of Los Angeles California Public Defenders Association. Serves clients in Santa Barbara, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Daniel Kent Simon
- Daniel Kent Simon is a lawyer practicing personal injury, auto accidents, insurance claims and 11 other areas of law
- Daniel received a B.A. degree from University of California at Santa Barbara in 1977, and has been licensed for 42 years
- Daniel practices at Daniel K. Simon APC in Santa Barbara, CA
Practice Areas Explained
Daniel Kent Simon's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Daniel Kent Simon handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Santa Barbara.
Car Accidents in Santa Barbara
Hurt in a car crash? Car accident lawyers fight insurance companies for fair compensation — free consult, no fee unless you win.
Daniel Kent Simon is one of 36,434 car accidents attorneys indexed nationally. Browse car accidents attorneys in California →
Personal Injury in Santa Barbara
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 Kent Simon is one of 262,557 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in California →
Criminal Defense in Santa Barbara
A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.
Daniel Kent Simon is one of 212,605 criminal defense attorneys indexed nationally. Browse criminal defense attorneys in California →
Business & Corporate Law in Santa Barbara
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
Daniel Kent Simon is one of 497,491 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in California →
Workers Compensation in Santa Barbara
Workers compensation lawyers help injured workers get medical care, lost wages, and disability benefits. Free consult, no fee unless you win.
Daniel Kent Simon is one of 54,932 workers comp attorneys indexed nationally. Browse workers comp attorneys in California →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Santa Barbara
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 Santa Barbara 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.
Santa Barbara Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Santa Barbara-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 Santa Barbara Choose Daniel Kent Simon
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 Kent Simon's practice in the field of car accidents, personal injury, criminal defense, business, and workers comp.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Daniel Kent Simon brings 42+ 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 California, U.S. District Court, Central District of California, and U.S. Supreme Court, Daniel Kent Simon can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering car accidents, personal injury, and criminal defense, Daniel Kent Simon can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Santa Barbara
A Santa Barbara-based practice means Daniel Kent Simon attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues Daniel Kent Simon Handles in Santa Barbara
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Daniel Kent Simon has experience with under California law. If your situation involves one of these case categories, this attorney may be well positioned to help you understand your options.
This list is illustrative, not exhaustive. Contact Daniel Kent Simon directly to discuss the specifics of your situation.
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