Smart legal planning for your business and for life.

I represent individuals, families, and business owners in real estate transactions, business formation and deals, and estate planning. You get a direct answer on your options in your first meeting.

Call to schedule a consultation(303) 351-2694James@JamesMcDanielLaw.com
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Practice areas

  • Real estate transactions

    Purchases, sales, and leases of residential and commercial property, from contract through closing.

  • Business organizations and transactions

    Choosing and forming the right entity, operating agreements, contracts, and the purchase or sale of a business.

  • Estate planning

    Wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives that protect your family and your legacy.

What working with me looks like

I explain your options in plain language. Here’s what to expect when you reach out.

  1. A short conversation

    Most matters start with a short 15 to 30 minute call. We discuss your problem, what I can do to help, and whether I’m the right fit. If I’m not, I’ll say so and point you to someone who is.

  2. A clear plan and fee

    We set up further consultations or work as needed. On many matters I can offer a flat fee for a defined scope of work. Otherwise, you’ll get a fee estimate before work begins.

Reviews

What clients have said about working with James.

Easily handled a challenging problem

James McDaniel was superb, and he was absolutely money well spent. We started working with James after a real estate investor arrangement went bad and we found ourselves in the very unhappy place of facing a lawsuit. James really shined when at one point in this process, the investor whom we had legally severed our relationship with, made threats of a lawsuit to pressure us to sell to him. James and team stepped up to provide legal advice, support and a strong response to the other party. We are incredibly happy with James and felt we received excellent advice and representation. I strongly and wholeheartedly recommend James McDaniel.

Joel, originally posted on Avvo.

Excellent Attorney

James helped out when an old lien was holding up the sale of two properties. He was quick, responsive and reassuring. I can’t thank him enough for working with me and getting the lien removed quickly and efficiently when no one else would.

Connie, originally posted on Avvo.

Awesome Attorney!

James represented me right out of law school as the second chair in my complex commercial lease and fraud trial. James was involved in every aspect of the 15-day jury trial and subsequent appeal. He impressed me with his knowledge of the law, his familiarly with my whole case forwards and backward, and his straightforward and grounded explanations of some very complex legal proceedings. After the 15-day jury trial, the jury awarded me a seven figure judgment (after including interest and a sizeable attorney’ fee award). James was also instrumental in securing the judgment by defending it on appeal resulting in a favorable published appellate decision that set precedent and which has been repeatedly cited by other cases. James was routinely and consistently available by phone and email to keep me up to date with the status of my case. I would highly recommend speaking with James first about your real estate or legal dispute.

Paul, originally posted on Avvo.

Reviews reflect individual clients’ experiences. They are not a guarantee, warranty, or prediction regarding the outcome of your legal matter.

About James McDaniel

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After a decade of litigating complex business and real estate disputes at larger law firms, I saw in painful detail how badly deals can go when they aren’t documented and shepherded correctly. Fixing problems after they happen isn’t the most effective way to serve clients, so I built my practice around preventing them.

Today I focus on proactive legal solutions: clear agreements, thoughtful estate plans, and timely, professional advice that helps individuals and small to medium-sized businesses avoid costly lawsuits before they start.

Estate planning began for me as a passion. I enjoy learning what motivates people and what legacy they want to leave, and working through trusts and end-of-life planning is some of the most satisfying work I do.

As a solo practitioner, I’m your direct point of contact. You get clear communication, transparency, and a personal approach that larger firms often can’t match.

Education
J.D. with honors, Santa Clara University School of Law, 2014
Licensed in
  • Colorado, admitted 2023 (Bar No. 58853)
  • California, admitted 2014 (Bar No. 300041)
Background
Business and real estate litigation and transactions
Office
Littleton, Colorado

Contact

Phone
(303) 351-2694
Email
James@JamesMcDanielLaw.com
Office
2679 W. Main St., Suite 300-1104
Littleton, CO 80120

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