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Daniel A. Goldstein

Counsel

New York – 919 Third Avenue

Advises on shareholder activism, ESG, securities regulation, proxy contests, M&A, and other shareholder advocacy matters.

Danny is a trusted adviser to investors in the private and public space, guiding them through complex situations. He has experience working with a broad spectrum of clients, from first-time activists to seasoned investors like JANA Partners, Trian Partners and Starboard Value. Leveraging his deep understanding of state law, federal regulations and evolving market trends, Danny helps clients navigate critical corporate governance and activist situations.

He has guided clients through some of the largest shareholder activist campaigns in recent history, including Trian Partners’ campaign to obtain board representation at The Walt Disney Company, The Strategic Organizing Center’s campaign to improve human resource management at Starbucks Corporation, and Engine No. 1’s historic company to obtain board representation at ExxonMobil Corporation.

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Credentials
Education
  • University of California, Berkeley School of Law, JD, Berkeley Journal of Entertainment & Sports Law, Berkeley Technology Law Journal, Deputy Editor-in-Chief
  • University of Pennsylvania, BA, summa cum laude
Admissions
  • New York