
Daniel Evan Eaton, Employment Attorney in San Diego, California
Over 37 years of legal practice · focused on Employment and Litigation · 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review
MemberatSeltzer Caplan McMahon Vitek
San Diego, CA
Practicing employment in San Diego since 1989.
- 37+
- Years practicing
- 5.0 ★
- 1 client review
- 1
- Bar admission
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Daniel Evan Eaton is a member based in San Diego, CA. The practice focuses on Employment and Litigation. Daniel has over 37 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Seltzer Caplan McMahon Vitek. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
- Based in
- San Diego, CA
- Experience
- over 37 years
- Known for
- Employment · Litigation
- Handles Employment and Litigation matters from San Diego, CA.
- Over 37 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with AV Preeminent.
About Daniel Evan Eaton: Daniel Evan Eaton is a member based in San Diego, CA. The practice focuses on Employment and Litigation. Daniel has over 37 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Seltzer Caplan McMahon Vitek. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Areas of practice
Practice areas handled by Daniel Evan Eaton
Daniel concentrates on employment and litigation. Each area below outlines the kind of case Daniel handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Employment cases in San Diego, California
Daniel takes employment matters in San Diego, 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 San Diego, California
Daniel takes litigation matters in San Diego, 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
About Daniel Evan Eaton — Over 37 years of California employment experience
Daniel Evan Eaton is a member based in San Diego, CA. The practice focuses on Employment and Litigation. Daniel has over 37 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Seltzer Caplan McMahon Vitek. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Mr. Daniel Evan Eaton is a lawyer practicing employment law, labor & employment, litigation. Daniel received a B.S. degree from Georgetown University in 1984, and has been licensed for 37 years. Daniel practices at Seltzer Caplan McMahon Vitek in San Diego, CA.
How Daniel handles employment matters
Mr. Daniel Evan Eaton is a lawyer practicing employment law, labor & employment, litigation. Daniel received a B.S. degree from Georgetown University in 1984, and has been licensed for 37 years. Daniel practices at Seltzer Caplan McMahon Vitek in San Diego, CA.
Who Daniel represents
Daniel reviews new inquiries case-by-case for employment and litigation matters in San Diego and the surrounding California area.
Credentials
Daniel Evan Eaton's legal education and bar admissions
Harvard Law School
J.D. · 1989
Georgetown University
B.S. · 1984
Jurisdictions
Daniel's state bar admissions
California
1989 · ACTIVE
Daniel studied at J.D. in Harvard Law School and B.S. in Georgetown University.
Law school and academic background
Daniel completed J.D. in Harvard Law School and B.S. in Georgetown University. 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
Awards, publications, and recognition of Daniel Evan Eaton
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
State Bar of California
membership
Locations
Daniel Evan Eaton's office in San Diego
Daniel's primary office is at 750 B St., Ste. 2100, San Diego, CA, 92101. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Client feedback
Client reviews of Daniel Evan Eaton — 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review
Every review below is from a verified client of Daniel. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing employment attorneys in San Diego.
5.0
1 client review
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How to hire Daniel Evan Eaton — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new employment 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 employment attorney in San Diego, California
A short list to run through before you commit: How many employment 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 employment practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every employment 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 employment practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Daniel Evan Eaton
How much does it cost to hire Daniel for a employment 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 employment attorneys offer free consults — check Daniel's current terms during booking.
How long do employment cases in California typically take?
Simple employment 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 San Diego?
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 employment 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
Employment attorneys serving San Diego, Los Angeles and San Francisco in California
Daniel handles employment matters throughout California. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified employment attorneys in that community.
- San Diego16,903 attorneys
- Los Angeles39,975 attorneys
- San Francisco26,380 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
- Santa Monica2,756 attorneys
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