Daniel Prince, Criminal Defense Attorney in Los Angeles, California
focused on Criminal Defense and White Collar
Los Angeles, CA
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Daniel Prince is an attorney based in Los Angeles, CALIFORNIA. The practice focuses on Criminal Defense and White Collar.
- Based in
- Los Angeles, CALIFORNIA
- Experience
- attorney
- Known for
- Criminal Defense · White Collar
- Handles Criminal Defense and White Collar matters from Los Angeles, CALIFORNIA.
- Recognized with Best Lawyers in America — Criminal Defense: White-Collar (2026).
About Daniel Prince: Daniel Prince is an attorney based in Los Angeles, CALIFORNIA. The practice focuses on Criminal Defense and White Collar.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Daniel takes on
Daniel concentrates on criminal defense and white collar. Each area below outlines the kind of case Daniel handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Criminal Defense cases in Los Angeles, California
Daniel takes criminal defense matters in Los Angeles, 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.
White Collar cases in Los Angeles, California
Daniel takes white collar matters in Los Angeles, 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 Prince — criminal defense lawyer in Los Angeles
Daniel Prince is an attorney based in Los Angeles, CALIFORNIA. The practice focuses on Criminal Defense and White Collar.
Daniel Prince is a Partner in the Litigation Department of Paul Hastings. He works in the Firm's Los Angeles and Palo Alto offices. Mr. Prince is Vice Chair of the Litigation Department in Los Angeles, where he also serves as Hiring Partner for the office. Mr. Prince represents clients in corporate and government investigations and complex litigation matters, including domestic and international arbitration, trials, and class actions. In addition to handling commercial disputes, Mr. Prince counsels clients on employee mobility and trade secrets issues, confidentiality provisions, dispute resolution clauses, and enhancements to compliance programs.
A thought leader and former collegiate debater, Mr. Prince is a skilled advocate who develops innovative strategies for handling high-stakes engagements. This includes driving the use of eDiscovery and data science technology to generate cost-effective solutions for clients.
Working with Daniel on a criminal defense matter
Daniel Prince is a Partner in the Litigation Department of Paul Hastings. He works in the Firm's Los Angeles and Palo Alto offices. Mr. Prince is Vice Chair of the Litigation Department in Los Angeles, where he also serves as Hiring Partner for the office. Mr. Prince represents clients in corporate and government investigations and complex litigation matters, including domestic and international…
Clients Daniel works with
Daniel reviews new inquiries case-by-case for criminal defense and white collar matters in Los Angeles and the surrounding California area.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
University of Chicago
J.D. · 2004
Daniel studied at J.D. in University of Chicago.
Law school and academic background
Daniel completed J.D. in University of Chicago. 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.
Best Lawyers in America — Criminal Defense: White-Collar
2026
Legal awards and honors
Best Lawyers in America — Criminal Defense: White-Collar (2026).
Locations
Daniel Prince's office in Los Angeles
Daniel's primary office is at 515 South Flower Street, Twenty-Fifth Floor, Los Angeles, California, 90071. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
515 South Flower Street, Twenty-Fifth Floor
Los Angeles, California 90071
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How to hire Daniel Prince — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new criminal defense 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 criminal defense attorney in Los Angeles, California
A short list to run through before you commit: How many criminal defense 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 criminal defense practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every criminal defense 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 criminal defense practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Daniel Prince
How much does it cost to hire Daniel for a criminal defense 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 criminal defense attorneys offer free consults — check Daniel's current terms during booking.
How long do criminal defense cases in California typically take?
Simple criminal defense 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 Los Angeles?
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 criminal defense 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
Criminal Defense attorneys serving Los Angeles, San Francisco and San Diego in California
Daniel handles criminal defense matters throughout California. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified criminal defense attorneys in that community.
- 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
- Santa Monica2,756 attorneys
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