Daniel Gerard O'Donnell, Personal Injury Attorney in Sacramento, California
Over 35 years of legal practice · 4.6/5 rating from 1 verified client review
MemberatClancey, Doyle and O'Donnell
Sacramento, CA
Practicing personal injury in Sacramento since 1991.
- 35+
- Years practicing
- 4.6 ★
- 1 client review
- 1
- Bar admission
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Daniel Gerard O'Donnell is a member based in Sacramento, CA. The practice focuses on Personal Injury. Daniel has over 35 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Clancey, Doyle and O'Donnell. Rated 4.6 out of 5 from 1 client review.
- Based in
- Sacramento, CA
- Experience
- over 35 years
- Known for
- Personal Injury
- Handles Personal Injury matters from Sacramento, CA.
- Over 35 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with Peer Reviewed.
About Daniel Gerard O'Donnell: Daniel Gerard O'Donnell is a member based in Sacramento, CA. The practice focuses on Personal Injury. Daniel has over 35 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Clancey, Doyle and O'Donnell. Rated 4.6 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Areas of practice
Practice areas handled by Daniel Gerard O'Donnell
Daniel concentrates on personal injury. Each area below outlines the kind of case Daniel handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Personal Injury cases in Sacramento, California
Daniel takes personal injury matters in Sacramento, 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 Gerard O'Donnell — Over 35 years of California personal injury experience
Daniel Gerard O'Donnell is a member based in Sacramento, CA. The practice focuses on Personal Injury. Daniel has over 35 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Clancey, Doyle and O'Donnell. Rated 4.6 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Daniel Gerard O'Donnell is a lawyer practicing personal injury. Daniel received a A.B. degree from University of California at Davis in 1987, and has been licensed for 35 years. Daniel practices at Clancey, Doyle and O'Donnell in Sacramento, CA.
How Daniel handles personal injury matters
Daniel Gerard O'Donnell is a lawyer practicing personal injury. Daniel received a A.B. degree from University of California at Davis in 1987, and has been licensed for 35 years. Daniel practices at Clancey, Doyle and O'Donnell in Sacramento, CA.
The kind of cases Daniel takes
Daniel reviews new inquiries case-by-case for personal injury matters in Sacramento and the surrounding California area.
Credentials
Daniel Gerard O'Donnell's legal education and bar admissions
McGeorge School of Law
J.D. · 1991
University of California at Davis
A.B. · 1987
Jurisdictions
Daniel's state bar admissions
California
1991 · ACTIVE
Daniel studied at J.D. in McGeorge School of Law and A.B. in University of California at Davis.
Law school and academic background
Daniel completed J.D. in McGeorge School of Law and A.B. in University of California at Davis. 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 Gerard O'Donnell
Daniel has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
Peer Reviewed
Legal awards and honors
Peer Reviewed.
Affiliations
Daniel's professional memberships and bar associations
San Joaquin and American Bar Associations State Bar of California
membership
Locations
Daniel Gerard O'Donnell's office in Sacramento
Daniel's primary office is at 901 F. St., Ste. 120, Sacramento, CA, 95814. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Client feedback
Client reviews of Daniel Gerard O'Donnell — 4.6/5 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 personal injury attorneys in Sacramento.
4.6
1 client review
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How to hire Daniel Gerard O'Donnell — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new personal injury 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 personal injury attorney in Sacramento, California
A short list to run through before you commit: How many personal injury 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 personal injury practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every personal injury 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 personal injury practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Daniel Gerard O'Donnell
How much does it cost to hire Daniel for a personal injury 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 personal injury attorneys offer free consults — check Daniel's current terms during booking.
How long do personal injury cases in California typically take?
Simple personal injury 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 Sacramento?
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 personal injury 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
Personal Injury attorneys serving Sacramento, Los Angeles and San Francisco in California
Daniel handles personal injury matters throughout California. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified personal injury attorneys in that community.
- Sacramento10,561 attorneys
- Los Angeles39,975 attorneys
- San Francisco26,380 attorneys
- San Diego16,903 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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