$ 300-400 per hour
Daniel received his law degree from the University of Oregon School of Law, host to one of the foremost public interest and legal writing programs in the country. While in law school he focused his attention on gaining hands on experience in matters of social justice. Among other things he served on the school's public interest board, actively participated in community legal services organization Legal Aid, and clerked for the Oregon Department of Justice's Consumer Protection and Financial Fraud unit, where he worked closely with staff attorneys to put a stop to predatory lending practices and fraudulent loan modification scams.
Daniel moved to San Francisco after law school, and has been actively involved in social justice legal work ever since. He served as a postgraduate fellow at the San Francisco Public Defender's Office where he worked on a wide range of felony criminal matters including drug possession, possession for sale, and argued and won motions for return of clients property against long serving San Francisco District Attorneys.
Daniel has successfully resolved dozens of cases on behalf of Bay Area tenants. He has a reputation for being a zealous advocate for tenant rights, and for getting results for his clients. He received his training through his work on behalf of tenants at San Francisco's Eviction Defense Collaborative, the San Francisco Bar Association, and Oakland's Eviction Defense Center. In 2012 Daniel was awarded the San Francisco Bar Association's Outstanding Volunteer in Public Service Award for his work with the Bar Association's Housing Negotiation Project. In 2016 he was named a Super Lawyers Rising Star, an honor given to the top 2.5% of Attorneys in California.
Daniel is originally from Seattle, Washington. In his free time he enjoys riding his bike around San Francisco, hiking and literature.
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14 years | 300 cases
14 years | 100 cases
$ 300-400 per hour
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Posted by Diana | April 8, 2018 | Hired Attorney
Daniel is an amazing lawyer. I am so grateful to have worked with him as his client. In the midst of an apartment rental crisis, Daniel came to the rescue! He offered his high level of knowledge in tenant rights, worked quickly to help resolve my concerns and the legal issue, provided incredible c...
Posted by Cindy | July 5, 2017 | Hired Attorney
Daniel came highly recommended from a friend who had been wrongfully evicted from their apartment. I was having problems with a negligent landlord who just refused to make any kind of repairs to our unit…he would also try to change-up the terms of our lease and do all sorts of other shady stuff all t...
Posted by Ramon | February 27, 2015
Daniel recently advised me on how to deal with my landlord who was not playing fair. Daniel was very knowledgable about the law and also gave me practical and pragmatic advice. Daniel is tough and, at the same time, very easy to work with. In the end, after implementing Daniel's advice, my landlor...
Posted by David | September 26, 2013
Daniel helped keep me informed pending a dispute I had with a landlord. My case was pretty unique, but he knew the law and both my and the landlord's rights, and advised well on the proper course of action.
Posted by Lindsey | July 25, 2013
I was recently struggling with my landlord and the language of our lease. I had many questions and felt like my landlord was taking advantage of me as a tenant. I contacted Daniel and explained my situation. He responded with exactly the information I needed and was thorough and very easy to understa...
"I've known Daniel for several years now, and he has always demonstrated a great understanding of the landlord-tenant field, as well as an exemplary commitment to his clients. Tenants looking for representation should absolutely look up Daniel, as he's an excellent attorney who looks out for his clients."
"Daniel is an all around good person, and one of my go to referrals for anyone who needs a landlord tenant attorney."
"Daniel is one of the few Bay Area lawyers who focuses on representing tenants. He knows this specialized area of law extremely well, and I don't hesitate to refer potential clients to him."
"I refer clients to Daniel without hesitation. If you are looking for a solid landlord/tenant attorney, give Daniel a call. You will be very glad that you did! Highly recommend."
"Daniel is an aggressive but personalable attorney who fights for his clients with great results. I always refer clients with landlord tenant issues to him and strongly endorse this lawyer."
"Daniel is a very thoughtful and caring attorney and extremely good at what he does! I highly recommend him!"
"I regularly refer tenants to Daniel Wayne. He is a sharp attorney and strong advocate for his clients. I have no hesitation in recommending him."
"I have referred clients and friends alike to Daniel and intend to continue doing so. He is young, smart, energetic, and not afraid of a fight when one is necessary. What’s more, he does what he does for the right reasons: he represents ordinary people, people who normally do not have a voice in our legal system. If someone you know has a dispute with their landlord, Daniel should be the first person they call."
"Daniel is a fantastic landlord/tenant attorney. He knows the technical aspects of landlord/tenant law inside and out and he is great advocate/fighter when litigation is necessary. I wholeheartedly recommend him."
"Daniel is a real "go-getter" and fights very hard for his clients. He leaves no stone unturned when it comes to developing facts and arguments to advance his cases. Daniel's clients are lucky to have him in their corner."
"Daniel Wayne is a top-notch tenant lawyer/advocate. He's known as an expert on landlord-tenant law in San Francisco, and as one of the best advocates for his clients."
"Daniel is a very personable and hard working attorney. He is well respected by his peers and clients alike. He is very knowledgeable about anything landlord/tenant related in San Francisco and I highly recommend him for any legal services related to this area of law."
"I have known Daniel for about three years now and have referred friends to him on several occasions for housing issues. He is always quick to respond and diligent in helping them out. I trust him completely in dealing with landlord-tenant issues."
"Daniel is not only an intelligent and hard-working lawyer, but he is also extremely passionate about his clients and their rights. I highly recommend him for any type of property dispute."
"Daniel is an excellent Landlord/Tenant attorney, always watching out for his client's best interest, and yet respectful and courteous to his opposing counsel. I'd gladly hire Daniel, if I had an issue with a Landlord or a Tenant."
"Daniel is passionate about landlord-tenant issues in San Francisco. He is a conscientious advocate for tenants rights."
"Daniel is an experienced and highly skilled attorney who is well-respected in the legal community. He is similarly kind and approachable. I strongly endorse him."
"Daniel is a diligent and hardworking attorney committed to achieving the best possible outcome for his clients. I strongly endorse him."
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2019
Rising Star, SuperLawyers
2018
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2017
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2016
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2014
Outstanding Volunteer in Public Service, SF Bar Association
2013
Outstanding Volunteer, SF Bar Association
2012
Outstanding Volunteer in Public Service, San Francisco Bar Association
2018 - Present
Partner, Wolford | Wayne LLP
2012 - 2018
Attorney at Law, Law Offices of Daniel W. Wayne
2015 - Present
San Francisco Trial Lawyers Association
2011 - Present
Barristers Club of San Francisco
2011 - Present
Bar Association of San Francisco
Settlement
2011
JD - Juris Doctor
2005
BA - Bachelor of Arts
2016
Landlord/Tenant Dos and Don'ts
2015
Current Topics in Landlord/Tenant Law
2014
Landlord/Tenant
2015
2015
English
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