McDaniel is a partner in Goodwin Procter's Business Law Department and a member of its Private Investment Funds Practice. His practice primarily involves the formation and operation of private equity and venture capital funds that are focused on investing in China, India and other Asian countries.

Work for Clients

Mr. McDaniel specializes in the formation and operation of private equity and venture capital funds. His practice integrates multiple areas of law and jurisdictions, including partnership law, United States securities laws, and international tax and fund structures. Representative clients include Axiom Asia, Capital Today Group, DT Capital, idTech Ventures, Infotech Capital, Mayfield, Nexus India, Sequoia Capital and SVB India.

Professional Experience

Prior to joining Goodwin Procter, Mr. McDaniel was with Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati. Before practicing law, he worked with mission controllers at NASA’s Johnson Space Center.

Bar and Court Admissions

Mr. McDaniel is admitted to practice in California, and is a registered foreign lawyer in Hong Kong.

Education

J.D., Harvard Law School, 1998 (cum laude)
B.S., Computer Science and Engineering , Texas A&M University, 1994 (magna cum laude)