Atty. Daniel Michael O'Connell
Daniel Michael O'Connell is a lawyer practicing business litigation, construction litigation, real estate litigation. Daniel received a B.A. degree from University of California, Santa Cruz in 1984, and has been licensed for 52 years.
Business Litigation & More Attorney · Serving Walnut Creek, CA · 52+ Years Experience
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About Daniel Michael O'Connell at a Glance
Daniel Michael O'Connell is an Associate based in Walnut Creek, California, practicing at Newmeyer & Dillion LLP. They have 52+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1974. Their practice focuses on business, real estate, construction, estate litigation, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Massachusetts (1974) and California (1998). Educated at University of California, Hastings College of Law (J.D., 1998) and University of California, Santa Cruz (B.A., 1984). Active member of Bar Association of San Francisco. Serves clients in Walnut Creek, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Daniel Michael O'Connell
- Daniel Michael O'Connell is a lawyer practicing business litigation, construction litigation, real estate litigation
- Daniel received a B.A. degree from University of California, Santa Cruz in 1984, and has been licensed for 52 years
- Daniel practices at Newmeyer & Dillion LLP in Walnut Creek, CA
Practice Areas Explained
Daniel Michael O'Connell's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Daniel Michael O'Connell handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Walnut Creek.
Business & Corporate Law in Walnut Creek
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
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Real Estate Law in Walnut Creek
Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.
Daniel Michael O'Connell is one of 313,729 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in California →
Construction Law in Walnut Creek
Daniel Michael O'Connell is one of 40,302 construction attorneys indexed nationally. Browse construction attorneys in California →
Estate & Trust Litigation in Walnut Creek
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Civil Litigation in Walnut Creek
Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Walnut Creek
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 Walnut Creek 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.
Walnut Creek Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Walnut Creek-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 Walnut Creek Choose Daniel Michael O'Connell
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 Michael O'Connell's practice in the field of business, real estate, construction, estate litigation, and litigation.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Daniel Michael O'Connell brings 52+ 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 Massachusetts and California, Daniel Michael O'Connell can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering business, real estate, and construction, Daniel Michael O'Connell can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Walnut Creek
A Walnut Creek-based practice means Daniel Michael O'Connell 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 Michael O'Connell Handles in Walnut Creek
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Daniel Michael O'Connell 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.
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