Atty. Daniel Walter Baker
Daniel Walter Baker is a lawyer practicing project finance, appeals, equipment finance / leasing and 2 other areas of law. Daniel received a A.A. degree from University of San Francisco in 1939, and has been licensed for 76 years.
Appeals & More Attorney · Serving Los Angeles, CA · 76+ Years Experience
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About Daniel Walter Baker at a Glance
Daniel Walter Baker is a business, real estate, and appellate attorney based in Los Angeles, California. They have 76+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1950. Admitted to practice in U.S. Supreme Court and U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit (1950), California (1993), and Illinois (1995). Educated at University of California, Hastings College of the Law (J.D., 1949) and University of San Francisco (A.A., 1939). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serves clients in Los Angeles, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Daniel Walter Baker
- Daniel Walter Baker is a lawyer practicing project finance, appeals, equipment finance / leasing and 2 other areas of law
- Daniel received a A.A. degree from University of San Francisco in 1939, and has been licensed for 76 years
- Daniel practices in Los Angeles, CA
Practice Areas Explained
Daniel Walter Baker's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Daniel Walter Baker handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Los Angeles.
Business & Corporate Law in Los Angeles
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
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Real Estate Law in Los Angeles
Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.
Daniel Walter Baker is one of 313,729 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in California →
Appellate Practice in Los Angeles
Appellate attorneys for civil and criminal appeals at state and federal court.
Daniel Walter Baker is one of 85,572 appellate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse appellate attorneys in California →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Los Angeles
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 Los Angeles 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.
Los Angeles Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Los Angeles-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 Los Angeles Choose Daniel Walter Baker
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 Walter Baker's practice in the field of business, real estate, and appellate.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Daniel Walter Baker brings 76+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in U.S. Supreme Court and U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit, California, and Illinois, Daniel Walter Baker can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering business, real estate, and appellate, Daniel Walter Baker can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Los Angeles
A Los Angeles-based practice means Daniel Walter Baker attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
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Common Legal Issues Daniel Walter Baker Handles in Los Angeles
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Daniel Walter Baker 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 Walter Baker directly to discuss the specifics of your situation.
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