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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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56 Client Reviews

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Posted by Bob & Donna | March 25, 2015 | Criminal Defense

Job Well done

I met Attorney Paul Donaghue several years ago when I worked as a police officer. I have seen Paul work in the criminal court system. He is a very competent litigator that knows his way in the criminal system. So, when I needed a lawyer for my wife when she fell, due to a company's negligence, and se...verely injured he shoulder and broke her wrist, there was no question that I gave Paul a call first. Paul guided us throught the civil side of the system advising my wife and I on the pros and cons of taking a injury case to trial, all the time looking out for our best interest. We opted for mediation with and outstanding outcome. Not only does Paul know the law he also is very knowledgeable when it comes to medical terms. There is no question that I would use Paul again and I have already recommended him to several of my friends.

Posted by Betsi | October 02, 2014 | Criminal Defense

Paul Donaghue, Jr.

Attorney Donaghue met with my husband and me for a consultation regarding criminal gun charges that were a result of a larceny at our home. My husband's hunting rifle was among the stolen items, so we of course reported it to police and they in turn charged my husband with possession of gun and ammu...nition because his FID card had expired. Attorney Donaghue thoroughly researched the law regarding this situation and presented us with his plan for defending my husband the first night we met. We had to appear in court several times before trial. The trial was yesterday and the outcome was exactly what Paul had discussed. It was a very good outcome and we are extremely satisfied with Attorney Donaghue's services. He was very professional and knowledgeable and even though it was an unfortunate situation, he was able to defend my husband with great success. We will definitely contact Paul in the future when legal services are needed.

Posted by Doris | December 10, 2012 | Personal Injury

Trustworthy

Paul Donaghue took my personal injury case without batting an eyelash. He assured me that I had a ligitment case against a big conglomerate and we could win. Three years later we ended up in court with a jury. My sister, brother and sister-in-law went to the trial with me. They thought Paul was la...id back, But when it got to cross examining their witness and the closing statement, Paul blew them away. We won punitive damages with interest. I would recommend Paul Donaghue to anyone I know that needs a great lawyer.

Posted by Howard | August 21, 2012 | DUI & DWI

Highly recommend Attorney Paul R. Donaghue.

Attorney Paul R Donaghue came highly recommended by Lowell area attorney's to represent our daughter in a very difficult OUI case. This case had a lot of unique and difficult hurtles, and to be absolutely honest I did not see the possibility of small or large victory's in any scenario. Attorney ...Donaghue will review the case and tell you exactly what he will do, he is extremely honest at what he believes he can disprove and or prove. His knowledge of the law and the way he runs his case, I can see why his colleges so highly recommended him. Very very pleased of the outcome, case completed 8/16/2012

Posted by anonymous | October 24, 2011 | Car Accidents

Car Accident Case

I was in a bad car accident a few years ago and hired an attorney who didn't do much with the case. I decided to seek another lawyer and someone had recommended Attorney Donaghue. When I explained the circumstances of the accident, he immediately knew that we had a case and he explained how the cas...e would be handled, which insurance company he would contact, and what policy I was covered under. Throughout the case, he was quick to return my phone calls, kept me updated on the case, and kept on top of the insurance company. When the insurance company offered a settlement, Attorney Donaghue was honest about what sort of an offer would have been acceptable. He explained every step of the way and answered all my questions. The accident was difficult for me and Attorney Donaghue was very understanding of that. He really pushed the case forward and the case has now reached a resolution that I am very happy with. I highly recommend 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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