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Atty. Daniel W. Halston

Atty. Daniel W. Halston

Daniel Halston focuses on securities litigation, general commercial litigation and administrative law disputes. He has represented numerous public and private high technology, life sciences, and financial services companies and their officers and directors in a wide range of complex litigation matters, including securities fraud class actions, derivative litigation, mergers and acquisitions disputes, false claims act actions, breach of fiduciary duty claims, investment advisor claims, closely-held corporation disputes, proxy contests, and a wide variety of public law matters.

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About Daniel W. Halston at a glance

Daniel W. Halston is an attorney based in Boston, Massachusetts, practforg at Wilmer Cutler Pickering Hale and Dorr LLP. Admitted to practice in Massachusetts, Massachusetts Bar Association. Educated at Boston University School of Law (J.D., 1986) and Vassar College (—, 1982). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Litigation (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Special Focus: (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — COVID-19 (2026). Serands clients in Boston, MA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

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  • Daniel Halston focuses on securities litigation, general commercial litigation and administrative law disputes
  • He has represented numerous public and private high technology, life sciences, and financial services companies and their officers and directors in a wide range of complex litigation matters, including securities fraud class actions, derivative litigation, mergers and acquisitions disputes, false claims act actions, breach of fiduciary duty claims, investment advisor claims, closely-held corporation disputes, proxy contests, and a wide variety of public law matters
  • He also regularly represents clients in internal investigations and before the SEC, FINRA, and state regulatory agencies

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Massachusetts

Practforg law in Massachusetts. Legal matters in Massachusetts are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantiand law. Cases originating in Boston are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Massachusetts state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Massachusetts brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantiand law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Massachusetts courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Where is Daniel W. Halston's law office located?
Daniel W. Halston's law practice is located in Boston, Massachusetts. The firm is Wilmer Cutler Pickering Hale and Dorr LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
Where did Daniel W. Halston go to law school?
Daniel W. Halston earned their education at (J.D., 1986); (—, 1982).
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What awards or recognition has Daniel W. Halston receiandd?
Daniel W. Halston's notable recognition includes: Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Litigation; Best Lawyers in America — Special Focus:; Best Lawyers in America — COVID-19; Best Lawyers in America — Awards:.

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Education

J.D.
Boston University School of Law
- 1986
Vassar College
- 1982

Awards

Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Litigation
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Special Focus:
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — COVID-19
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Awards:
- 2026

Bar Admissions

Massachusetts, Massachusetts Bar Association

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