Atty. Demetrius G. McDaniel
Demetrius McDaniel, the Chair of the firm's Texas Government Law & Policy Practice, counsels and provides advocacy for Fortune 500 and other large private and public sector clients on federal, state and local legal and public policy matters. His broad knowledge of federal and state government allows him to collaboratively develop strategies to solve complex problems that have a government origin or nexus.
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Demetrius G. McDaniel is a government attorney based in Austin, Texas, practicing at Greenberg Traurig. Admitted to practice in Texas, State Bar of Texas. Educated at The University of Texas (J.D., 1990) and The University of Texas (—, 1984). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Administrative / Regulatory Law (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Government Relations Practice (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — Awards: (2026). Serands clients in Austin, TX and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- Demetrius McDaniel, the Chair of the firm's Texas Government Law & Policy Practice, counsels and provides advocacy for Fortune 500 and other large private and public sector clients on federal, state and local legal and public policy matters
- His broad knowledge of federal and state government allows him to collaboratively develop strategies to solve complex problems that have a government origin or nexus
- Demetrius consults with clients on their strategic objectives and provides advice on important issues that will enhance their business opportunities, increase their compliance with laws and regulations, and assist them in building internal systems to prevent problems from occurring with all levels of government
- Prior to joining the firm, Demetrius worked in several capacities as a special assistant to a statewide official and as a legislative assistant to a member of the Texas legislature, which enabled him to gain knowledge about the workings of Texas state government
- After his work in state government for seven years, Demetrius joined a major international law firm
- During his almost 20 years at that firm he rose to the level of capital partner, and he represented many of the firm's major clients on significant issues before the executive and legislative branches of federal and state government
- Demetrius' long-tenure in working with federal and state officials, has provided him with exceptional knowledge and skills to represent clients on a wide variety of issues
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Attorneys for administrative law, agency hearings, government contracts, licensing, and public benefits.
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Why local counsel matters in Texas
Practicing law in Texas. Legal matters in Texas are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Austin are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Texas state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Texas 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 Texas courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
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