Atty. Danny Chrisney
Danny Chrisney, the managing lawyer at the Wilner & O’Reilly | Phoenix office, brings a unique perspective to his practice as the son of a Guatemalan immigrant, allowing him to communicate fluently in Spanish. Growing up in Southern California's Latino community, Danny witnessed firsthand how our nation's immigration laws could profoundly shape the lives of those around him.
Immigration Attorney · Serving Cerritos, CA · 8+ Years Experience
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About Danny Chrisney at a Glance
Danny Chrisney is an Attorney based in Cerritos, California, practicing at Wilner & O'Reilly, APLC. They have 8+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2018. Their practice focuses on immigration. Admitted to practice in Arizona (2018). Educated at Arizona State University, College of Law (J.D. Honors, 2018) and Brigham Young University (B.A. Linguistics, 2014). Serves clients in Cerritos, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Danny Chrisney
- Danny Chrisney, the managing lawyer at the Wilner & O’Reilly | Phoenix office, brings a unique perspective to his practice as the son of a Guatemalan immigrant, allowing him to communicate fluently in Spanish
- Growing up in Southern California's Latino community, Danny witnessed firsthand how our nation's immigration laws could profoundly shape the lives of those around him
- His academic journey led him to Brigham Young University, where he earned a Bachelor of Arts in Linguistics with a Minor in Portuguese
- While at BYU, Danny actively participated in the Maya K’iche program, further deepening his understanding of linguistic nuances
- Danny continued his education at the Sandra Day O’Connor College of Law at Arizona State University, where he earned his Juris Doctor degree with Highest Pro Bono Distinction
- His focus on Immigration Law and Policy was evident during his time as a law student, where he engaged in the Immigration Clinic both as a student and later as the professor's assistant
- During law school, Danny's commitment to immigration matters extended to his work with USCIS at the Phoenix Field Office, earning him a Certificate of Appreciation for his legal research
- He also served as a law clerk for the Florence Immigrant and Refugee Rights Project, Children’s Division, a non-profit organization dedicated to providing legal services to unaccompanied minors and other refugees
- In this role, he closely collaborated with Indigenous Guatemalan children in the areas of Asylum and Special Immigrant Juvenile Status
- From 2017 to 2018, Danny took on the role of Student Director of the LDS Immigration Initiative, a joint project between ASU Law and the Welfare Department of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints
- In this capacity, he provided hands-on experience to law students, assisting the immigrant community with intake consultations at locations in Mesa and Phoenix, AZ
- Beyond his professional endeavors, Danny finds joy in collecting vintage electronics and music, as well as traveling with his family
- Currently residing in Mesa, AZ, with his wife and children, Danny remains an active member of the legal community, participating in associations such as the Chicano-Latino Law Students Association from 2015 to 2018 and the J. Ruben Clark Law Society from 2015 to the present
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Danny Chrisney's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Danny Chrisney handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Cerritos.
Immigration Law in Cerritos
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Cerritos
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 Cerritos 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.
Cerritos Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Cerritos-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 Cerritos Choose Danny Chrisney
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 Danny Chrisney's practice in the field of immigration.
8+ Years of Legal Practice
With 8 years in the profession, Danny Chrisney has developed the procedural fluency and courtroom instincts that come from handling real cases under real deadlines.
Focused Immigration Practice
Concentrating on immigration means Danny Chrisney's knowledge of relevant statutes, case law, and procedural nuances stays current — unlike generalist practices that spread attention across unrelated fields.
Local Presence in Cerritos
A Cerritos-based practice means Danny Chrisney 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 Danny Chrisney Handles in Cerritos
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