Atty. James A. McDaniel
James A. McDaniel is a lawyer practicing energy & utilities, mergers & acquisitions, specialty finance and 4 other areas of law.
Energy / Utilities & More Attorney · Serving Boston, MA · 48+ Years Experience
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About James A. McDaniel at a Glance
James A. McDaniel is a Partner based in Boston, Massachusetts, practicing at Choate, Hall & Stewart LLP. They have 48+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1978. Their practice focuses on business, m&a, energy, and internet. Admitted to practice in Massachusetts (1978) and New York U.S. Court of Appeals, Federal Circuit U.S. District Court, District of Massachusetts (2009). Educated at Harvard Law School (J.D., 1978) and Stanford University (A.B., 1975). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serves clients in Boston, MA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About James A. McDaniel
- James A. McDaniel is a lawyer practicing energy & utilities, mergers & acquisitions, specialty finance and 4 other areas of law
- James received a A.B. degree from Stanford University in 1975, and has been licensed for 48 years
- James practices at Choate, Hall & Stewart LLP in Boston, MA
Practice Areas Explained
James A. McDaniel's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases James A. McDaniel handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Boston.
Business & Corporate Law in Boston
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
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Mergers & Acquisitions in Boston
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Energy & Utilities Law in Boston
Energy attorneys for oil & gas, renewables, utility regulation, and energy sector transactions.
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Internet & Cyber Law in Boston
Internet and cyber lawyers for data breaches, online defamation, privacy law, and cybersecurity matters.
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Boston
Practicing law in Massachusetts. Legal matters in Massachusetts are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive 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 venue, and the substantive 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.
Boston Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Boston-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 Boston Choose James A. McDaniel
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 James A. McDaniel's practice in the field of business, m&a, energy, and internet.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
James A. McDaniel brings 48+ 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 Massachusetts and New York U.S. Court of Appeals, Federal Circuit U.S. District Court, District of Massachusetts, James A. McDaniel can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering business, m&a, and energy, James A. McDaniel can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Boston
A Boston-based practice means James A. McDaniel attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues James A. McDaniel Handles in Boston
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