Atty. Peter Whitney Daniel

Atty. Peter Whitney Daniel

Peter Whitney Daniel is a lawyer practicing civil litigation, family law, child custody and 9 other areas of law. Peter received a B.A. degree from University of California at Berkeley in 1992, and has been licensed for 31 years.

San Mateo San Mateo 31 Years Experience 31 year
Call (650) 715-0065

Profile Summary

About Peter Whitney Daniel at a glance

Peter Whitney Daniel is an Associate based in San Mateo, California, practicing at Viola Law Firm, P.C.. They have 31+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1995. Their practice focuses on divorce, child custody, family law, real estate, and child support. Admitted to practice in California (1995). Educated at Golden Gate University School of Law (J.D., 1995) and University of California at Berkeley (B.A. History, 1992). Recognitions include Peer Reviewed. Active member of San Mateo County Bar Association, MemberAmerican Bar Association, Member. Serves clients in San Mateo, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Peter Whitney Daniel is a lawyer practicing civil litigation, family law, child custody and 9 other areas of law
  • Peter received a B.A. degree from University of California at Berkeley in 1992, and has been licensed for 31 years
  • Peter practices at Viola Law Firm, P.C. in San Mateo, CA

Practice Areas Explained

Peter Whitney Daniel's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Peter Whitney Daniel handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Divorce

A divorce attorney guides you through property division, spousal support, custody, and the final decree — contested or uncontested.

Peter Whitney Daniel is one of 45,063 divorce attorneys indexed nationally. Browse divorce attorneys in California →

Child Custody & Visitation

Peter Whitney Daniel is one of 27,615 child custody attorneys indexed nationally. Browse child custody attorneys in California →

Family Law

Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.

Peter Whitney Daniel is one of 167,063 family law attorneys indexed nationally. Browse family law attorneys in California →

Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

Peter Whitney Daniel is one of 286,061 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in California →

Child Support

Peter Whitney Daniel is one of 21,259 child support attorneys indexed nationally. Browse child support attorneys in California →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in California

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 San Mateo 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.

Looking for additional California attorneys? Browse all attorneys in San Mateo or all attorneys in California.

Frequently Asked

Common questions about Peter Whitney Daniel

Where is Peter Whitney Daniel's law office located?
Peter Whitney Daniel's law practice is located in San Mateo, California. The firm is Viola Law Firm, P.C.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Peter Whitney Daniel handle?
Peter Whitney Daniel focuses on divorce, child custody, family law, real estate, child support. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Peter Whitney Daniel practiced law?
Peter Whitney Daniel has 31+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1995.
Where did Peter Whitney Daniel go to law school?
Peter Whitney Daniel earned their education at (J.D., 1995); (B.A. History, 1992).
How can I contact Peter Whitney Daniel for a consultation?
You can contact Peter Whitney Daniel directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has Peter Whitney Daniel received?
Peter Whitney Daniel's notable recognition includes: Peer Reviewed.

Education

J.D.
Golden Gate University School of Law
- 1995
B.A. History
University of California at Berkeley
- 1992

Awards

Peer Reviewed

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1995

Reviews

4.0
2 Review
5 0
4 0
3 0
2 0
1 0
These reviews belong to platform users; they do not constitute advertisement or promotion for the attorney. Opinions are published for informational purposes only.

No reviews yet.