Name: William Ralph Donaldson
Address: 65 Main Street, Danbury, CT, 06810-8011, US
Telephone: Not Available
Price range: $ 200-350 per hour
Rating: 4.8

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Biography

Practice Areas

Family 45%

I serve Husbands and Wives in the pursuit of their uncontested dissolution matters. I further serve to advance the interests of my client in the event of disputes regarding all aspects of dissolution matters (custody, visitation, child support, alimony, division of property and allocation of debts). If you need to consult with me about these matters please contact me at 203-748-2671.

31 years

45%

Bankruptcy and Debt 25%

Primarily a consumer bankruptcy attorney representing debtors. If you would like to know more about your options, the costs and the qualifications for personal bankruptcy please contact me at 203-748-2671.

31 years

25%

Real Estate 20%

I serve clients in the residential market for purchase/sale transactions as well as refinancing of mortgages and home equity loans. Further, I do commercial transactions and commercial financing. Please call me if you need assistance in this regard at 203-748-2671.

31 years

20%

General Practice 10%

Personal injury (auto accidents and other matters), probate services (wills, estates, conservatorships, powers of attorney), Commercial litigation, breach of contract, foreclosure matters, mechanic liens (enforcement and discharge). If you need information regarding these matters, or have a question in general, please call 203-748-2671.

31 years

10%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 45 minutes

Hourly Rates

$ 200-350 per hour

Contingency

15%-33%

Retainer

Sometimes

Payment Methods

Cash
Check
Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in New York for 30 years

State: New York

Acquired: 1995

Currently Registered

Licensed in Connecticut for 30 years

State: Connecticut

Acquired: 1995

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Lawyer disciplined by state licensing authority in 2011

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Law Offices of William Ralph Donaldson

65 Main Street, Danbury, CT, 06810-8011

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William Ralph Donaldson's Reviews

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4.8 /5.0

40 Client Reviews

Showing 1 - 2 of 2 reviews | Litigation

Posted by anonymous | September 09, 2008 | Litigation

research MD

The "all-5's" ratings I've given do not begin to convey Mr. Donaldson's excellent levels of trial preparation, decisiveness, rapid follow-up, client orientation, and respect.

Posted by anonymous | September 08, 2008 | Litigation

Mr. David E.

While I know his fees are typical, it does seem that with the outcome of civil matters often a crap-shoot, many clients may lean toward the addage, "the only ones getting rich on this is the lawyers." In my case however, Att. Donaldson, and I were at wits-end when a judge ruled against our motion, w...ithout regard to the 13 points to legally be considered, or perhaps with total disregard would be a better way to put it. Still, it was not Att. Donaldson's fault and would/will return to him for future attempts to win this motion. He represented me very well. I was always confident that he knew what he was doing and was always representing me well. His advice and counsel were always well thought out, well prepared and he always seemed concerned that I understand all options well before moving on anything. I never felt pressured to make a decision on which way to go and consequently, I believe it was only my interests and wishes that he took into the court room and not his.

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William Ralph Donaldson's Lawyer Endorsements

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Matthew Simon

General practice lawyer | Apr 02

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mr. Donaldson provides insightful, helpful and accurate advice. His knowledge and experience are clearly evident. I endorse this lawyer."

Christopher Norris

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Jan 23

Relationship: Co-worker

"I endorse this lawyer. I have had the pleasure of working with Attorney Donaldson for over a decade. His knowledge of the bankrutcy code, numbers and other key areas of law that are involved in a bankruptcy filing makes him a superior advocate for his clients."

Howard Lewis

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Jun 18

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Experience

Rating: 7.1 (Very Good)

Professional misconduct

This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority in 2011.

Conditions issued in CT, 2011

updated on 07/12/2012

A condition is a disciplinary order from the Statewide Grievance Committee that an attorney fulfill a condition within a certain time frame. If the attorney does not fulfill a condition in a timely manner, the Superior Court may also impose any condition necessary to protect the public.

Honors

2011

Certificate of Appreciation, Judges of the Danbury Superior Court

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Work Experience

2001 - Present

, Donaldson, Kershaw & Norris, LLC

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Associations

1995 - Present

Danbury Bar Association

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Sample of Legal Cases

Rathblott vs. Rathblott

Created a bright line rule for C.G.S. 46b-81

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Education

1995

Touro College - Jacob D. Fuchsberg Law Center

JD - Juris Doctor

1991

Western Connecticut State University

BS - Bachelor of Science

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Languages

English

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William Ralph Donaldson

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Licensed in Connecticut for 30 years

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