David Merrill Daniels, Employment Attorney in Sacramento, California
Over 32 years of legal practice · focused on Employment, Litigation, and Product Liability · 4.5/5 rating from 1 verified client review
AssociateatLewis, Brisbois, Bisgaard & Smith LLP
Sacramento, CA
Practicing employment in Sacramento since 1994.
- 32+
- Years practicing
- 4.5 ★
- 1 client review
- 2
- Bar admissions
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David Merrill Daniels is an associate based in Sacramento, CA. The practice focuses on Employment, Litigation, and Product Liability. David has over 32 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Lewis, Brisbois, Bisgaard & Smith LLP. Rated 4.5 out of 5 from 1 client review.
- Based in
- Sacramento, CA
- Experience
- over 32 years
- Known for
- Employment · Litigation · Product Liability
- Handles Employment, Litigation, and Product Liability matters from Sacramento, CA.
- Over 32 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with BV Distinguished.
About David Merrill Daniels: David Merrill Daniels is an associate based in Sacramento, CA. The practice focuses on Employment, Litigation, and Product Liability. David has over 32 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Lewis, Brisbois, Bisgaard & Smith LLP. Rated 4.5 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Areas of practice
Legal matters David takes on
David concentrates on employment, litigation, and product liability. Each area below outlines the kind of case David handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Employment
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Litigation
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Product Liability
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Employment cases in Sacramento, California
David takes employment 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 David agrees to represent you.
Litigation cases in Sacramento, California
David takes litigation 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 David agrees to represent you.
Product Liability cases in Sacramento, California
David takes product liability 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 David agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet David Merrill Daniels — employment lawyer in Sacramento
David Merrill Daniels is an associate based in Sacramento, CA. The practice focuses on Employment, Litigation, and Product Liability. David has over 32 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Lewis, Brisbois, Bisgaard & Smith LLP. Rated 4.5 out of 5 from 1 client review.
David Merrill Daniels is a lawyer practicing litigation, defective and dangerous products, employment & labor. David received a B.S. degree from Santa Clara University in 1987, and has been licensed for 32 years. David practices at Lewis, Brisbois, Bisgaard & Smith LLP in Sacramento, CA.
How David handles employment matters
David Merrill Daniels is a lawyer practicing litigation, defective and dangerous products, employment & labor. David received a B.S. degree from Santa Clara University in 1987, and has been licensed for 32 years. David practices at Lewis, Brisbois, Bisgaard & Smith LLP in Sacramento, CA.
Who David represents
David reviews new inquiries case-by-case for employment, litigation, and product liability matters in Sacramento and the surrounding California area.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
Creighton University
J.D. · 1993
Santa Clara University
B.S. · 1987
Jurisdictions
David's state bar admissions
California
1994 · ACTIVE
U.S. District Court,
1994 · ACTIVE
David studied at J.D. in Creighton University and B.S. in Santa Clara University.
Law school and academic background
David completed J.D. in Creighton University and B.S. in Santa Clara University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice David runs in California is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Recognition and thought leadership
David has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
BV Distinguished
Legal awards and honors
BV Distinguished.
Locations
David Merrill Daniels's office in Sacramento
David's primary office is at 2850 Gateway Oaks Drive, Suite 450, Sacramento, CA, 95833. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Lewis, Brisbois, Bisgaard & Smith LLP
2850 Gateway Oaks Drive, Suite 450
Sacramento, CA 95833
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Client reviews of David Merrill Daniels — 4.5/5 rating from 1 verified client review
Every review below is from a verified client of David. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing employment attorneys in Sacramento.
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How to hire David Merrill Daniels — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new employment attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with David usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
David charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain David'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; David will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a employment attorney in Sacramento, 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 David
David 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. David confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
David'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 David Merrill Daniels
How much does it cost to hire David for a employment case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. David walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does David offer a free consultation?
David charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain David's office. Some employment attorneys offer free consults — check David'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. David gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can David take my case if I'm outside Sacramento?
David 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 — David 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 David?
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. David will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is David accepting new employment clients right now?
David'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 Sacramento, Los Angeles and San Francisco in California
David handles employment matters throughout California. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified employment 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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