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Brendan P Donahue
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Biography
I have been practicing law since 1997. I regularly practice before the Vermont Supreme Court, the United States District Court for the District of Vermont, all Vermont Superior Courts and the Vermont Department of Labor. I have successfully represented clients in New Hampshire, Maine, Connecticut and Massachusetts. I handle a wide range of litigation and appellate matters for both injured individuals and insurers but concentrate my practice primarily in the areas of civil liability, workers' compensation and insurance coverage.
Practice Areas
4
Practice Areas
Fees and Rates
Cost
Contingency
33%-33%
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
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Licensed in New Hampshire for 16 years
State: New Hampshire
Acquired: 2009
No misconduct found
Licensed in Vermont for 24 years
State: Vermont
Acquired: 2001
No misconduct found
Licensed in Connecticut for 28 years
State: Connecticut
Acquired: 1997
No misconduct found
Location
Brady / Donahue
Po Box 39, 56 Main St, Springfield, VT, 05156
Brady / Donahue
255 South Champlain Street, Suite 7B, Burlington, VT, 05401
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Showing 1 - 2 of 2 reviews | Lawsuits & Disputes
Posted by mike | June 22, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
workers compensation
It was a difficult time but Brendan was a great advocate. My company didn't even want to pay worker's compensation, let alone my medical bills after breaking my back at work. The company did everything they could to make this process difficult but Brendan made it simple. He always responded to my que...
Posted by Gary | April 28, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
Estate Administrator
I retained Brendan Donahue as an attorney while serving as an administrator of an estate and dealing with a wrongful death lawsuit. Brendon was hired to replace an ineffective attorney hired by the family. The lawsuit was in the court system for more than three years. Brendon was responsible for bri...
Brendan P Donahue's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse this lawyer."
"An excellent lawyer who treats clients with patience, care, understanding, and utmost professionalism - an even better person and I wholeheartedly recommend for future services."
"I know Brendon to be a very thoughtful and caring lawyer. I recommend him wholeheartedly."
"Brendan is a well-respected attorney in Vermont. He is known for his hard work and tireless advocacy on behalf of his clients. I endorse him without reservation."
"I endorse Brendan because he is professional, competent, and friendly, all of which are good qualities in a lawyer. Like me, Brendan is one of the few workers' compensation attorneys who has represented insurance company and injured workers. In my view, this gives us an advantage over other attorneys who have only represented one side."
"I endorse Brendan as an experienced and highly qualified attorney. I have litigated cases against Brendan and have found him to be an extremely effective advocate and a man of honor and integrity."
"I've been opposite Brendan on a few cases. He's an excellent lawyer and a pleasure to work with."
"Brendan is a skilled attorney who is very knowledgeable in all types of accident cases. He obtains great results for his clients. I endorse this lawyer."
"I have known and practiced with/against Brendan for nearly two decades. Over that time, he has proven himself to be an excellent lawyer. He has a diverse practice, and does everything well. He is an effective advocate for his clients, and is a good communicator. He is respected within the bar. I would highly recommend Brendan to anyone seeking legal representation in a litigated matter."
"Brendan is a skilled lawyer. He is smart, well prepared, and an aggressive advocate for his clients. I strongly endorse this lawyer. Carey rose"
"Brendan is a fantastic lawyer and zealous advocate for his clients. He is highly competent in all areas of injury law -- among other specialties -- and, no matter the size of the case, always puts forth maximal effort and is never afraid to get into the trenches. It is a pleasure, and without reservation, that I endorse Brendan."
"Brendan is a superb lawyer and an equally fine person. He is an intense and aggressive advocate for his clients because he cares about them. I say this as someone who has both opposed and worked along side Brendan on multiple occasions. He is always prepared and thoroughly ethical. One of the good guys."
Heidi Groff
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Carey Rose
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Eric Johnson
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Michael Gannon
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Experience
Honors
2022
Notable, Martindale-Hubbell
Work Experience
2000 - Present
Partner, Brady / Callahan
1999 - 1999
Associate, Morrison Mahoney, LLP
1997 - 1999
Attorney, Cassidy, Miolene & Mazza
Associations
2010 - Present
U.S. Court of Appeals, Second CircuitMember
2009 - Present
New Hampshire Bar AssociationMember
2000 - Present
Vermont Bar AssociationMember
1999 - Present
U.S. District Court NHMember
1995 - Present
U.S District Court VTMember
1992 - Present
U.S District Court MAMember
Sample of Legal Cases
Gary Rushford v. Trustees of Dartmouth College, NH Case 2014-0304
Reversed on appeal
Bonanno v. Verizon Bus. Network Sys, 2014 VT 24
Affirmed on appeal
Pease v. Windsor DRB, 2011 VT 103
Affirmed on appeal
Quincy Mutual Fire Ins. Co. v. Crispo, 80 Mass.App.Ct. 484
Affirmed on appeal
Morey v. Chittenden South Sup. Union, Op. No. 23-10WC
Judgement for employer
Coronis v. Granger Northern, Inc.
Judgement for the claimant.
Patch v. Springfield School Dist., 2009 VT 117
Affirmed on appeal
Jurden v. Northern Power Systems, Op. No. 37-08WC
Judgement for the claimant.
Morrissey v. Carroll, 2006 WL 5838197
Judgement for Defendant affirmed on appeal.
Murray v. Luzenac Corp., 2003 VT 37
Ruling for claimant affirmed.
Education
1998
Vermont Law School
Master of Studies in Environmental Law
1997
Vermont Law School
Doctor of Law (J.D.) cum laude
1993
Bates College
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.),
Speaking Engagements
2022
Race and Bias in the Legal Profession
Race and Bias in the Legal Profession
2022
Law governing America’s most important, and intrusive, foreign inter collection program
Law governing America’s most important, and intrusive, foreign inter collection program
2021
New Workers’ Comp Medical Set Aside rules
New Workers’ Comp Medical Set Aside rules
2020
The Business of ADR
The Business of ADR
2020
Masters in Litigation
Masters in Litigation
2017
Vermont DOL Workers' Compensation Adjusters' Continuing Education Conference
Best Practices Guidelines for Narcotic Prescriptions
2017
Department of Labor Workers' Compensation Adjuster's Conference
Best Practices for Narcotics - the Claimant's Perspective
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers