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Daniel Knight Dinneen

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  • Houston, TX
  • Licensed for 12 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.

Practice areas

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

    13 years, 100 cases

  2. Admiralty and maritime: 20%

    13 years, 20 cases

  3. Wrongful death: 20%

    13 years, 20 cases

  4. Trucking accident: 20%

    13 years, 20 cases

  1. Litigation: 10%

    13 years, 100 cases

Languages spoken

Spanish, English

Photos and videos

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Contact

1001 Texas Ave.
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McLaurin Dinneen, PLLC

1001 Texas Ave.
Suite 1400
Houston, TX, 77002

Resume

License
StateStatusAcquiredUpdated
TXEligible To Practice In Texas 200709/28/2020
We have not found any instances of professional misconduct for this lawyer.
Avvo Contributions
Legal answers317
Legal guides0
Awards
Award nameGrantorDate granted
Texas Rising StarTexas Super Lawyers2014
Top LawyerHoustonia Magazine2014
Texas Rising StarTexas Monthly Magazine2014
Volunteer of the Year, 2013-2014Houston Urban Debate League2014
Super LawyerTexas Super Lawyers2013
Top LawyersHoustonia Magazine2013
Texas Rising StarTexas Super Lawyers2013
Life MemberMillion Dollar Advocates Forum2013
Featured Attorney - LitigationAvvo2013
Top Contributor - LitigationAvvo2013
Top 10% ProfilesLinked In2013
Texas Rising StarTexas Monthly Magazine2013
Werner C. Melis Award with Honorable MentionWillem C. Vis International Commercial Arbitration Moot2007
Class of '66 Endowed Presidential ScholarshipThe University of Texas School of Law2005
The Review of LitigationThe 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

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Hovanes Margarian, Consumer protection Attorney on Dec 21, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

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, Life insurance Attorney on Jan 12, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

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

Jason McLaurin, Personal injury 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, Business 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, Personal injury Attorney on Aug 11, 2013
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

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, Litigation Attorney on Aug 2, 2013
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

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

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, Personal injury 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
    RATES
    • 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