Atty. Michael Sullivan McDaniel
Michael Sullivan McDaniel is a lawyer practicing international transportation, customs, common carriers and 13 other areas of law. Michael received a B.A. degree from University of California at Los Angeles in 1971, and has been licensed for 51 years.
Common Carriers & More Attorney · Serving Los Angeles, CA · 51+ Years Experience
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About Michael Sullivan McDaniel at a Glance
Michael Sullivan McDaniel is a Member based in Los Angeles, California, practicing at Countryman And Mcdaniel. They have 51+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1975. Their practice focuses on contracts, business, litigation, insurance, and appellate. Admitted to practice in California (1975), U.S. District Court, Central District of California (1975), and U.S. District Court, Southern District of California (1975). Educated at Loyola Marymount University (J.D., 1975) and University of California at Los Angeles (B.A., 1971). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serves clients in Los Angeles, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Michael Sullivan McDaniel
- Michael Sullivan McDaniel is a lawyer practicing international transportation, customs, common carriers and 13 other areas of law
- Michael received a B.A. degree from University of California at Los Angeles in 1971, and has been licensed for 51 years
- Michael practices at Countryman & McDaniel in Los Angeles, CA
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Michael Sullivan McDaniel's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Michael Sullivan McDaniel handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Los Angeles.
Contracts in Los Angeles
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Business & Corporate Law in Los Angeles
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Civil Litigation in Los Angeles
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Insurance Law in Los Angeles
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Appellate Practice in Los Angeles
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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 Michael Sullivan 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 Michael Sullivan McDaniel's practice in the field of contracts, business, litigation, insurance, and appellate.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Michael Sullivan McDaniel brings 51+ 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 California, U.S. District Court, Central District of California, and U.S. District Court, Southern District of California, Michael Sullivan McDaniel can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering contracts, business, and litigation, Michael Sullivan McDaniel 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 Michael Sullivan 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 Michael Sullivan McDaniel Handles in Los Angeles
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