Daniel R. Weiner

Daniel R. Weiner is the Founder & Managing Attorney of San Diego Civil Litigation Lawyers, serving clients in San Diego and across California with a focus on civil disputes involving trusts, estates, and financial relationships. He works with individuals, families, trustees, and beneficiaries who need steady guidance when a probate or trust matter turns contentious and requires clear strategy and decisive action.

Daniel earned his law degree from the University of Birmingham in the United Kingdom and later completed a Master of Laws (LL.M.) at Duke University School of Law. He is admitted to practice in California. His background reflects a blend of international legal training and practical experience in complex, high-stakes matters.
Before founding San Diego Civil Litigation Lawyers, Daniel spent more than a decade at leading global firms, including Orrick, Herrington & Sutcliffe and Freshfields Bruckhaus Deringer. In that work, he advised major institutions and Fortune 500 companies on sophisticated legal issues, building the disciplined analysis and careful preparation that now inform his approach to civil litigation.

Today, Daniel’s practice centers on probate, trust, and civil disputes, alongside related estate and fiduciary matters. Clients turn to him for help navigating issues such as contested proceedings, conflicts between beneficiaries, and concerns involving trustees or estate administration. He also advises on forward-looking planning that can reduce uncertainty and help families protect what they have built.

Daniel’s professional involvement includes participation in charitable and community-focused work. He has been listed as a guest speaker through the Jewish Community Foundation of San Diego’s professional advisor programming and has been noted for board and advisory roles connected to senior care, planned giving, and alumni leadership.

Daniel brings a practical, litigation-ready perspective to every matter, with an emphasis on clear communication, thoughtful preparation, and client-centered decision-making. At San Diego Civil Litigation Lawyers, his goal is to help clients understand their options, move forward with a plan, and pursue resolution with care and professionalism.