Daniel Edward Alberti, General Attorney in Menlo Park, California
Over 50 years of legal practice · focused on General, IP, and Litigation · 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review
PartneratMcDermott Will & Emery LLP
Menlo Park, CA
Practicing general in Menlo Park since 1976.
- 50+
- Years practicing
- 5.0 ★
- 1 client review
- 1
- Bar admission
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Daniel Edward Alberti is a partner based in Menlo Park, CA. The practice focuses on General, IP, and Litigation. Daniel has over 50 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at McDermott Will & Emery LLP. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
- Based in
- Menlo Park, CA
- Experience
- over 50 years
- Known for
- General · IP · Litigation
- Handles General, IP, and Litigation matters from Menlo Park, CA.
- Over 50 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with AV Preeminent.
About Daniel Edward Alberti: Daniel Edward Alberti is a partner based in Menlo Park, CA. The practice focuses on General, IP, and Litigation. Daniel has over 50 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at McDermott Will & Emery LLP. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Daniel takes on
Daniel concentrates on general, ip, litigation, and product liability. Each area below outlines the kind of case Daniel handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
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Litigation
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General cases in Menlo Park, California
Daniel takes general matters in Menlo Park, California. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Daniel agrees to represent you.
IP cases in Menlo Park, California
Daniel takes ip matters in Menlo Park, California. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Daniel agrees to represent you.
Litigation cases in Menlo Park, California
Daniel takes litigation matters in Menlo Park, California. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Daniel agrees to represent you.
Product Liability cases in Menlo Park, California
Daniel takes product liability matters in Menlo Park, California. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Daniel agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet Daniel Edward Alberti — general lawyer in Menlo Park
Daniel Edward Alberti is a partner based in Menlo Park, CA. The practice focuses on General, IP, and Litigation. Daniel has over 50 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at McDermott Will & Emery LLP. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Daniel Edward Alberti is a lawyer practicing ip litigation, trial, product liability. Daniel received a B.S. degree from University of Santa Clara in 1971, and has been licensed for 50 years. Daniel practices at McDermott Will & Emery LLP in Menlo Park, CA.
Daniel's approach to general cases
Daniel Edward Alberti is a lawyer practicing ip litigation, trial, product liability. Daniel received a B.S. degree from University of Santa Clara in 1971, and has been licensed for 50 years. Daniel practices at McDermott Will & Emery LLP in Menlo Park, CA.
The kind of cases Daniel takes
Daniel reviews new inquiries case-by-case for general, ip, and litigation matters in Menlo Park and the surrounding California area.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
McGeorge School of Law, University of the Pacific
J.D. · 1975
University of Santa Clara
B.S. · 1971
Jurisdictions
Daniel's state bar admissions
California U.S. Dist
1976 · ACTIVE
Daniel studied at J.D. in McGeorge School of Law, University of the Pacific and B.S. in University of Santa Clara.
Law school and academic background
Daniel completed J.D. in McGeorge School of Law, University of the Pacific and B.S. in University of Santa Clara. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Daniel runs in California is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Recognition and thought leadership
Daniel has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
AV Preeminent
Legal awards and honors
AV Preeminent.
Affiliations
Daniel's professional memberships and bar associations
Bar Association of San Francisco The State Bar of California Association of Defense Counsel
membership
Locations
Daniel Edward Alberti's office in Menlo Park
Daniel's primary office is at 275 Middlefield Rd., Ste. 100, Menlo Park, CA, 94025. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
McDermott Will & Emery LLP
275 Middlefield Rd., Ste. 100
Menlo Park, CA 94025
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Client reviews of Daniel Edward Alberti — 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review
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How to hire Daniel Edward Alberti — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new general attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Daniel usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Daniel charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Daniel's office.
What to bring to your first meeting
Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; Daniel will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a general attorney in Menlo Park, California
A short list to run through before you commit: How many general matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?
Fees & payment
Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for Daniel
Daniel discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in general practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every general matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. Daniel confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Daniel's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many general practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Daniel Edward Alberti
How much does it cost to hire Daniel for a general case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Daniel walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Daniel offer a free consultation?
Daniel charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Daniel's office. Some general attorneys offer free consults — check Daniel's current terms during booking.
How long do general cases in California typically take?
Simple general matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Daniel gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Daniel take my case if I'm outside Menlo Park?
Daniel is licensed in California. Matters governed by California law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Daniel will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.
What should I bring to my first meeting with Daniel?
Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Daniel will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Daniel accepting new general clients right now?
Daniel's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
General attorneys serving Menlo Park, Los Angeles and San Francisco in California
Daniel handles general matters throughout California. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified general attorneys in that community.
- Menlo Park1,592 attorneys
- Los Angeles39,975 attorneys
- San Francisco26,380 attorneys
- San Diego16,903 attorneys
- Sacramento10,561 attorneys
- Irvine6,831 attorneys
- Oakland5,709 attorneys
- San Jose5,009 attorneys
- Palo Alto4,084 attorneys
- Beverly Hills3,348 attorneys
- Newport Beach3,106 attorneys
- Pasadena2,894 attorneys
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