Atty. William H. "Bill" Daniel

Atty. William H. "Bill" Daniel

Bill Daniel represents major financial services companies in commercial and consumer finance matters, and chairs the firm’s Financial Services Practice Group. He has extensive experience representing financial services companies in virtually every phase of their operations including litigation, regulatory, compliance, workouts, transactions and bankruptcy.

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Profile Summary

About William H. "Bill" Daniel at a glance

William H. "Bill" Daniel is a business and litigation attorney based in Austin, Texas, practicing at McGinnis Lochridge. Admitted to practice in Texas, State Bar. Educated at The University of Texas (J.D., 1974) and The University of Texas (B.B.A., 1970). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Banking and Finance Law (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Financial Services Regulation Law (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Banking and Finance (2026). Serands clients in Austin, TX and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Bill Daniel represents major financial services companies in commercial and consumer finance matters, and chairs the firm’s Financial Services Practice Group
  • He has extensive experience representing financial services companies in virtually every phase of their operations including litigation, regulatory, compliance, workouts, transactions and bankruptcy
  • Bill speaks to industry and bar groups on Texas financing law
  • Bill was named Lawyer of the Year for Financial Services Regulation Law – Austin, Texas, (2012) by Best Lawyers©
  • Bill has been listed in Best Lawyers©, Banking & Finance Law, Financial Services Regulation Law, and Litigation - Banking & Finance since 1995
  • Bill has also been selected to the Texas Super Lawyers list, a Thomson Reuters service, (2003, 2005-2006)

Practice Areas Explained

William H. "Bill" Daniel's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases William H. "Bill" Daniel handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

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Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

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Jurisdictional Context

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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Frequently Asked

Common questions about William H. "Bill" Daniel

Where is William H. "Bill" Daniel's law office located?
William H. "Bill" Daniel's law practice is located in Austin, Texas. The firm is McGinnis Lochridge. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does William H. "Bill" Daniel handle?
William H. "Bill" Daniel focuses on business, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Texas.
Where did William H. "Bill" Daniel go to law school?
William H. "Bill" Daniel earned their education at (J.D., 1974); (B.B.A., 1970).
How can I contact William H. "Bill" Daniel for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has William H. "Bill" Daniel received?
William H. "Bill" Daniel's notable recognition includes: Best Lawyers in America — Banking and Finance Law; Best Lawyers in America — Financial Services Regulation Law; Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Banking and Finance; Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:; Best Lawyers in America — Consumer Law.

Education

J.D.
The University of Texas
- 1974
B.B.A.
The University of Texas
- 1970

Awards

Best Lawyers in America — Banking and Finance Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Financial Services Regulation Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Banking and Finance
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Consumer Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Special Focus:
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Finance
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Consumer Finance
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Finance
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Regulatory
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Awards:
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Listed in
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — as Lawyer of the Year in Financial Services Regulation Law – Austin in 2012
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — , Banking & Finance Law, Financial Services Regulation Law, and Litigation - Banking & Finance since 1995
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Texas Super Lawyers list, a Thomson Reuters service, Banking Law (2003, 2005-2006)
- 2026
Lawyer of the Year — Financial Services Regulation Law (Austin)
- 2021
Lawyer of the Year — Financial Services Regulation Law (Austin)
- 2012

Bar Admissions

Texas, State Bar

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