Atty. Daniel Shanfield
Daniel Shanfield is a lawyer practicing immigration law, criminal defense, citizenship and 2 other areas of law. Daniel received a degree from University of California, Los Angeles, and has been licensed for 29 years.
Citizenship & More Attorney · Serving San Jose, CA · 29+ Years Experience
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About Daniel Shanfield at a Glance
Daniel Shanfield is a Founder and Managing Attorney based in San Jose, California, practicing at Law Offices of Daniel Shanfield - Immigration Defense, PC. They have 29+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1997. Their practice focuses on citizenship, criminal defense, immigration, and international. Admitted to practice in California U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit (1997). Educated at University of California at Berkeley, Boalt Hall School of Law (JD, 1996) and University of California, Los Angeles BA University of California, Los Angeles Magna cum laude University of California, Los Angeles (Highest Departmental, 1993). Recognitions include Peer Reviewed. Active member of State Bar of California Santa Clara County Bar Association American Bar Association American Immigration Lawyers Association. Serves clients in San Jose, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Daniel Shanfield
- Daniel Shanfield is a lawyer practicing immigration law, criminal defense, citizenship and 2 other areas of law
- Daniel received a degree from University of California, Los Angeles, and has been licensed for 29 years
- Daniel practices at Law Offices of Daniel Shanfield - Immigration Defense, PC in San Jose, CA and 1 other location
Practice Areas Explained
Daniel Shanfield's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Daniel Shanfield handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in San Jose.
Citizenship & Naturalization in San Jose
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Criminal Defense in San Jose
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Immigration Law in San Jose
Immigration attorneys help with green cards, visas, citizenship, asylum, and deportation defense. Find a verified immigration lawyer for your case.
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International Law in San Jose
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in San Jose
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 Jose 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.
San Jose Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a San Jose-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 San Jose Choose Daniel Shanfield
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 Shanfield's practice in the field of citizenship, criminal defense, immigration, and international.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Daniel Shanfield brings 29+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering citizenship, criminal defense, and immigration, Daniel Shanfield can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in San Jose
A San Jose-based practice means Daniel Shanfield 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 Shanfield Handles in San Jose
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Daniel Shanfield 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 Shanfield directly to discuss the specifics of your situation.
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