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Paul R Donaghue Jr

5.0
Rating: 6.7

Licensed for 39 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Lowell, MA
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Personal Injury

375 Gorham Street, Lowell, MA

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Practice Areas

2

Practice Areas

Criminal Defense 60%

Concentrating in the area of OUI defense.

60%
Personal Injury 40%

Plaintiff's personal injury

40%

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Licenses

Licensed in Massachusetts for 39 years

State: Massachusetts

Acquired: 1987

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Law Office of Paul R. Donaghue, Jr.

375 Gorham Street, Lowell, MA, 01852

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Paul R Donaghue Jr's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

56 Client Reviews

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Posted by anonymous | July 21, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Speeding & Traffic Ticket

License Suspense due to medical reason

Paul was recommended to me from my boss. He helped me through the process of getting my license reinstated after it was suspended due to a "medical threat" and for a citation that I received. Paul answered all my questions with such patience. He responded to all emails and messages so quickly. Both... him and Michelle (his assistant) were very generous with their time and made me feel that i had someone in my corner during such a difficult, frustrating time. I can't thank them enough for how they've helped me.

Posted by anonymous | March 24, 2021 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI

Successful Defense & Resolution of My Case

Attorney Donaghue was extremely thorough in his research and preparation of my case, keeping me informed at all stages as my OUI case move through the MA Court System at the onset of Covid19. He kept me informed of the legal precedent that supported his approach to my case. His knowledge not only of ...the law but historical interpretation of statutes and his experience with the MA Judicial System allowed him to prevail and win my case. I highly recommend Atty. Donaghue to anyone and everyone that is dealing with an OUI charge.

Posted by anonymous | December 28, 2020 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI

OUI

I hired Paul for legal representation as my lawyer following an OUI arrest. A close friend recommended him highly after Paul had resolved a similar situation He was in. He was easy to contact and quickly calmed my nerves after I explained the situation to him and I felt I was in good hands. It was a ...long 4 month wait before my trial but Paul was with me every step of the way. My case had further complications as I was licensed out of his state of practice and still Paul rose to the challenge. He is thorough and will fight any angle he can for the best outcome of the case.

Posted by Karen | October 23, 2020 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI

KB

Attorney Donaghue has helped our family several times to navigate driving incidents and legal charges related to OUI. Most recently my son was involved in a car accident with a bench trial where he was found "not guilty". He has always responded very quickly and compassionately when we needed him mo...st. He has successfully advised us to take the most prudent course of action based upon his extensive experience and legal expertise. He is responsive and always available for questions and concerns. He went above and beyond supporting my other son and personally assisted him to navigate the RMV process when I was living out of state. I can't think of anyone else I would call in the middle of a legal crisis!!

Posted by Kim | March 03, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Outstanding!

We hired Paul multiple times for Alcohol related offenses for my son. One charge was a felony charged with misleading a Police investigation. As a mother I was distraught, but after speaking with Paul, my mind was totally at ease. All charges were dropped in both cases and I can't say enough good ...things about him!

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Experience

Rating:  6.7 (Good)

Work Experience

1980 - 1991

Police Officer, Lowell Police Department

Education

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New England School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

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University of Massachusetts, Lowell

BS - Bachelor of Science

Languages

Spanish

English

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