Atty. Daniel Toru Nishigaya

Atty. Daniel Toru Nishigaya

Daniel Toru Nishigaya is a lawyer practicing criminal law. Daniel received a B.A. degree from Amherst College in 1992, and has been licensed for 31 years.

San Jose San Jose 31 yrs experience 31 year
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Daniel Toru Nishigaya is a Supr. Ct. J. based in San Jose, California. They have 31+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1995. Their practice focuses on criminal defense. Admitted to practice in California (1995). Educated at Santa Clara University (J.D., 1995) and Amherst College (B.A., 1992). Serands clients in San Jose, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Daniel Toru Nishigaya is a lawyer practicing criminal law
  • Daniel received a B.A. degree from Amherst College in 1992, and has been licensed for 31 years
  • Daniel practices in San Jose, CA

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Daniel Toru Nishigaya's Areas of Practice

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

Criminal Defense

A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.

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Jurisdictional Context

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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 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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Where is Daniel Toru Nishigaya's law office located?
Daniel Toru Nishigaya's law practice is located in San Jose, California. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Daniel Toru Nishigaya handle?
Daniel Toru Nishigaya focuses on criminal defense. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Daniel Toru Nishigaya practiced law?
Daniel Toru Nishigaya has 31+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1995.
Where did Daniel Toru Nishigaya go to law school?
Daniel Toru Nishigaya earned their education at (J.D., 1995); (B.A., 1992).
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Practice Areas

Education

J.D.
Santa Clara University
- 1995
B.A.
Amherst College
- 1992

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1995

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