Atty. Daniel Stephen Cornell
Daniel Stephen Cornell is a lawyer practicing employment law, real estate, personal injury and 10 other areas of law. Daniel received a B.S. degree from University of California at Santa Barbara in 1980, and has been licensed for 41 years.
Employment Law & More Attorney · Serving Palo Alto, CA · 41+ Years Experience
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About Daniel Stephen Cornell at a Glance
Daniel Stephen Cornell is a Member based in Palo Alto, California, practicing at Falk, Cornell & Associates, LLP. They have 41+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1985. Their practice focuses on contracts, personal injury, estate planning, employment, and business. Admitted to practice in California (1985). Educated at University of Santa Clara (J.D., 1984) and University of California at Santa Barbara (B.S., 1980). Active member of American Bar Association The State Bar of California. Serves clients in Palo Alto, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Daniel Stephen Cornell
- Daniel Stephen Cornell is a lawyer practicing employment law, real estate, personal injury and 10 other areas of law
- Daniel received a B.S. degree from University of California at Santa Barbara in 1980, and has been licensed for 41 years
- Daniel practices at Falk, Cornell & Associates, LLP in Palo Alto, CA
Practice Areas Explained
Daniel Stephen Cornell's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Daniel Stephen Cornell handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Palo Alto.
Contracts in Palo Alto
Daniel Stephen Cornell is one of 76,101 contracts attorneys indexed nationally. Browse contracts attorneys in California →
Personal Injury in Palo Alto
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 Stephen Cornell is one of 262,557 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in California →
Estate Planning & Probate in Palo Alto
An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.
Daniel Stephen Cornell is one of 224,789 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in California →
Employment Law in Palo Alto
Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.
Daniel Stephen Cornell is one of 167,770 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in California →
Business & Corporate Law in Palo Alto
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
Daniel Stephen Cornell is one of 497,491 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in California →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Palo Alto
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 Palo Alto 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.
Palo Alto Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Palo Alto-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 Palo Alto Choose Daniel Stephen Cornell
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 Stephen Cornell's practice in the field of contracts, personal injury, estate planning, employment, and business.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Daniel Stephen Cornell brings 41+ 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 contracts, personal injury, and estate planning, Daniel Stephen Cornell can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Palo Alto
A Palo Alto-based practice means Daniel Stephen Cornell 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 Stephen Cornell Handles in Palo Alto
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Daniel Stephen Cornell 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 Stephen Cornell directly to discuss the specifics of your situation.
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