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Daniel Knight Dinneen

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  • Houston, TX
  • Licensed for 13 years
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About Daniel

Daniel is one of the founding members of McLaurin | Dinneen, PLLC. But the first time he and Jason teamed up was while they were both still associates at one of Houston’s largest defense firms. In their first case together, they successfully defended a billion-dollar claim in federal court against one of the nation’s most notoriously litigious billionaires.

After establishing a reputation for himself as a defense attorney, Danny then switched sides of the aisle and went to work representing injured plaintiffs as a Trial Lawyer for Jim Adler, P.C.. Shortly thereafter, in 2012 he founded The Dinneen Law Firm, PLLC. Right out of the gate, he successfully obtained a substantial cash settlement against one of the world’s largest oil companies for his very first client. And that was only the beginning. His work both in and out of the courtroom has now resulted in tens of millions of dollars in settlements and verdicts for his clients.

For his exceptional results, Daniel has been named a Rising Star by Texas Monthly and Super Lawyers for each of the past 5 years consecutively. He has also repeatedly been named a Top Lawyer by Houstonia Magazine, a member of the prestigious Million-Dollar Advocates Forum, and a recipient of a perfect 10.0/10.0 rating by Avvo.com.

Outside of the courtroom, Daniel is also extremely active in the local community. He has served as a volunteer debate coach at Katy Taylor High School, is a Big Brother with Houston Big Brothers & Big Sisters, and in 2014 he was named the Volunteer of the Year by the Houston Urban Debate League.

Danny was educated at the University of Texas at Austin where he earned a B.A. in Philosophy. He then attended The University of Texas School of Law where he graduated, with honors, in 2007. While there he was a mock trial champion, an editor on The Review of Litigation, and the recipient of two different Presidential scholarships.

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Practice areas

OtherTrucking accidentWrongful deathAdmiralty and maritimePersonal injury
  1. Personal injury: 30%

    14 years, 100 cases

  2. Admiralty and maritime: 20%

    14 years, 20 cases

  3. Wrongful death: 20%

    14 years, 20 cases

  4. Trucking accident: 20%

    14 years, 20 cases

  1. Litigation: 10%

    14 years, 100 cases

Languages spoken

Spanish, English

Photos and videos

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Contact

McLaurin Dinneen, PLLC

1001 Texas Ave.
Suite 1400
Houston, TX, 77002

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      License
      StateStatusAcquiredUpdated
      TXEligible To Practice In Texas 200703/07/2021
      We have not found any instances of professional misconduct for this lawyer.
      Avvo Contributions
      Legal answers317
      Legal guides0
      Awards
      Award nameGrantorDate granted
      Top LawyerHoustonia Magazine2014
      Texas Rising StarTexas Super Lawyers2014
      Texas Rising StarTexas Monthly Magazine2014
      Volunteer of the Year, 2013-2014Houston Urban Debate League2014
      Top 10% ProfilesLinked In2013
      Super LawyerTexas Super Lawyers2013
      Top LawyersHoustonia Magazine2013
      Texas Rising StarTexas Super Lawyers2013
      Life MemberMillion Dollar Advocates Forum2013
      Featured Attorney - LitigationAvvo2013
      Top Contributor - LitigationAvvo2013
      Texas Rising StarTexas Monthly Magazine2013
      Werner C. Melis Award with Honorable MentionWillem C. Vis International Commercial Arbitration Moot2007
      The Review of LitigationThe University of Texas School of Law2005
      Class of '66 Endowed Presidential ScholarshipThe University of Texas School of Law2005
      First Place - Gardere, Wynn, & Sewell Mock TrialThe University of Texas School of Law2004
      Roberta Reeves-Wright Endowed Presidential Scholarship in LawThe University of Texas School of Law2004
      MemberGolden Key Honor Society2001
      Dean's ListThe University of Texas2000
      College ScholarThe University of Texas2000
      Work Experience
      TitleCompany nameDuration
      Co-FounderMcLaurin | Dinneen, PLLC2017 - Present
      OwnerThe Dinneen Law Firm, PLLC2012 - 2017
      Trial AttorneyJim S. Adler & Associates, PC2011 - 2012
      Associate AttorneyBrown Sims, PC2007 - 2011
      Summer AssociateGardere Wynne Sewell, LLP2006 - 2006
      Summer AssociateJenkins & Gilchrist2006 - 2006
      Summer AssociateThe Murray Law Firm, PLLC2005 - 2005
      Associations
      Association namePosition nameDuration
      Million Dollar Advocates ForumLifetime Member2013 - Present
      Houston Bar AssociationMember2011 - Present
      Texas Trial Lawyers AssociationMember2011 - Present
      Houston Urban Debate LeagueJudge2011 - Present
      Association of Plaintiff Interstate Trucking Lawyers of AmericaMember2011 - Present
      Houston Trial Lawyers AssociationMember2011 - Present
      Texas Young Lawyers AssociationMember2010 - Present
      American Bar AssociationMember2007 - Present
      Big Brothers Big SistersBig Brother; Amachi Mentor2009 - 2013
      Publications
      Publication nameTitleDate
      Venture: Harvard's Busness & Technology MagazineHere Comes the Internet Access Tax2004
      Venture: Harvard's Business & Technology MagaineRebuilding Iraq: Big Firms, Big Contracts, Little Accountability2004
      Education
      School nameDegreeGraduated
      The University of Texas School of LawJ.D., with honors2007
      The University of Texas at AustinB.A., Certificate of Business Foundations2001
      Speaking Engagements
      Conference nameTitleDate
      NoneNoneN/A
      Legal cases
      Case nameOutcome
      Towery & Associates v. AllgoodConfidential Settlement
      Hanks v. DickinsonConfidential Settlement
      Simons v. Anadarko Petroleum Corp., et al.Confidential Settlement
      Scarborough v. Lifechek Drug, et al.Trial Court Win (Dismissal), Appellate Win (Dismissal Upheld)
      Christophe v. BaysWin. Trial Verdict of $382,228.50
      The Offshore Drilling Co. et al. v. Gulf Copper & Manufacturing Corp.Win - Case Dismissed on Summary Judgment
      Smith International, Inc. v. Davis Gulf Coast, Inc.Win
      Blessey Marine Servs., Inc. Employee Benefit Plan v. DalhausWin - Case Dismissed
      Dynamic Marine, Inc. et al. v. Am. Bureau of Shipping, et al.Win
      Aldine ISD v. TijerinaWin - Case Dismissed
      Belt v. Valero Energy Corp., et al.Settled
      Halmos, et al. v. Insurance Co. of N. Am., et al.Trial Court Win (Client not liable); Appellate Court Win (upheld)
      Peter Paul Petrol Co. et al. v. Trenz et al.

      Reviews

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      Review Daniel Dinneen

      Good man, great lawyer

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      I couldn't be happier with the work Mr. Dinneen did on my case. If you are looking for a lawyer you can trust, and who gets results, I recommend him most highly.

      Excellent Attorney

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      Mr. Dinneen met and exceeded every one of my expectations and achieved an outstanding result for me and my family. I would never use another attorney after working with Mr. Dinneen.

      Attorney endorsements

      (11)
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      Hovanes Margarian

      I endorse this lawyer.

      Bradford Leigh, Personal injury Attorney on Mar 13, 2014
      Relationship: Worked together on matter

      Danny and I have worked on a handful of cases together and achieved successful results for our clients every time. He is a tireless and talented young gun. He knows how to simplify complex cases and leaves no stone unturned for his clients. I highly recommend his services.

      Christian Lassen

      Top-notch attorney. Highly respected in the legal community.

      Jason McLaurin, Litigation Attorney on Sep 3, 2013
      Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

      Danny's attention to detail and zealous advocacy for his clients makes him a great asset to the Houston community.

      James Phillips, Personal injury Attorney on Aug 29, 2013
      Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

      I endorse this lawyer. Dan is extremely bright, responsive and diligent in representing his clients. I would recommend Dan to anyone looking for a top flight personal injury lawyer.

      Randall Sorrels, Personal injury Attorney on Aug 12, 2013
      Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

      I endorse this lawyer. He is one of the very few really detail oriented lawyers that genuinely cares about his clients.

      John Phillips

      I endorse Attorney Dinneen. From his answers and time on Avvo, it is clear he is dedicated to serving those in need and his clients. It's rare that lawyers spend so much valuable time helping the community, for free, and I applaud him for doing it to such a great level. Kudos

      Stockton Briggle, Personal injury Attorney on Aug 7, 2013
      Relationship: Friend

      Daniel is someone I would recommend to anyone looking for superior representation in a personal injury case. He is a fantastic lawyer who aggressively represents his clients. I highly endorse him to anyone looking for a lawyer.

      William Dyer

      I haven't worked closely with Mr. Dinneen, but in our single encounter I was very favorably impressed with his attention to detail, responsiveness, and professional courtesy

      Esteban Soto, Personal injury Attorney on Jul 22, 2013
      Relationship: Worked for lawyer

      I would recommend Dan to anyone looking for superior representation in a personal injury case. He is a fantastic attorney who aggressively represents his clients. I highly endorse him to anyone looking for a lawyer.

      Leonard Decker, Litigation Attorney on Jul 22, 2013
      Relationship: Worked for lawyer

      Daniel Dinneen is an excellent litigator with extensive in depth experience in complex litigation and personal injury.

      Cost

      RATES
      • Hourly Rates$350-$500/hour
        OTHER BILLING TYPES
        • Contingency A contingency fee is the percent of the final award a lawyer will receive as compensation. For some of these cases, lawyers will only be paid if there is a successful outcome.
          33%-50%
        • Pro-bono Many lawyers provide free legal help to low-income clients. The percent listed indicates how much of a lawyer's practice is pro bono work.
          10%
        PAYMENT METHODS

        Cash, Check