About
Daniel Zhivanaj represents companies that buy businesses, private equity sponsors, and businesses that founders own. He handles these middle-market mergers and acquisitions across many industries. He also counsels companies on start-up ventures. Daniel structures each acquisition, conducts due diligence, negotiates the terms, and handles closing. Daniel earned his J.D. from UCLA School of Law. He holds a B.A. in Political Science from William Paterson University of New Jersey. He works as an Associate in Buchalter's Corporate Practice Group in Los Angeles. He advises companies on corporate and transactional matters tied to growth and financing.
Who is a good fit for Daniel Zhivanaj
- Companies buying another business that need counsel for diligence and negotiation.
- Private equity sponsors that want an attorney to structure and close an acquisition.
- Founders who still own their companies and need counsel for a middle-market transaction.
Education and admissions
- Education
- UCLA School of Law, J.D.
- William Paterson University of New Jersey, B.A. in Political Science
- Bar admissions
- California
Recognition
- 1st Place in the SFVBA Mock Trial Competition
- Pacific 2 Regional Finalist (2nd Place) in the AAJ STAC Mock Trial Competition
Specialties
Buy-side M&A representationSell-side M&A representationLegal due diligence
Deal profile
- Typical deal size
- Any deal size
- Remote work
- In-person / regional