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Atty. Daniel Thomas Purtell

Atty. Daniel Thomas Purtell

Daniel Thomas Purtell is a lawyer practicing labor & employment, environmental and natural resources, constitutional and 1 other area of law. Daniel received a B.A. degree from Stanford University in 1983, and has been licensed for 36 years.

San Francisco San Francisco 36 yrs experience 36 year
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Profile Summary

About Daniel Thomas Purtell at a glance

Daniel Thomas Purtell is a Partner based in San Francisco, California. They have 36+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1990. Their practice focuses on employment, civil rights, and environmental. Admitted to practice in California (1990). Educated at Stanford University (J.D., 1989) and Stanford University (B.A., 1983). Recognitions include Peer Reviewed. Serands clients in San Francisco, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Daniel Thomas Purtell is a lawyer practicing labor & employment, environmental and natural resources, constitutional and 1 other area of law
  • Daniel received a B.A. degree from Stanford University in 1983, and has been licensed for 36 years
  • Daniel practices in San Francisco, CA

Practice Areas Explained

Daniel Thomas Purtell's Areas of Practice

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

Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

Daniel Thomas Purtell is one of 169,120 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in California →

Civil Rights

Civil rights attorneys for discrimination, police misconduct, constitutional rights, and civil liberties cases.

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Environmental Law

Environmental attorneys for regulatory compliance, contamination, land use, and natural resource law.

Daniel Thomas Purtell is one of 56,434 environmental attorneys indexed nationally. Browse environmental 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 Thomas Purtell

Where is Daniel Thomas Purtell's law office located?
Daniel Thomas Purtell's law practice is located in San Francisco, California. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Daniel Thomas Purtell handle?
Daniel Thomas Purtell focuses on employment, civil rights, environmental. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Daniel Thomas Purtell practiced law?
Daniel Thomas Purtell has 36+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1990.
Where did Daniel Thomas Purtell go to law school?
Daniel Thomas Purtell earned their education at (J.D., 1989); (B.A., 1983).
How can I contact Daniel Thomas Purtell for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Daniel Thomas Purtell received?
Daniel Thomas Purtell's notable recognition includes: Peer Reviewed.

Education

J.D.
Stanford University
- 1989
B.A.
Stanford University
- 1983

Awards

Peer Reviewed

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1990

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