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Frank R Kearney
also known as Attorney Frank Kearney
About Frank
Biography
Frank R. Kearney – Nationally Recognized, Board-Certified Civil Trial Lawyer
Attorney Frank Kearney has spent more than 30 years helping injured people and families after serious work injuries, car accidents, medical malpractice, and long-term disability denials.
Early in his career, Attorney Frank represented insurance companies and corporations. Today, he uses that experience to help people stand up to insurance companies after serious injuries.
Attorney Frank comes from a working-class background. He attended Duquesne University on scholarship, graduated with honors in 1990, and worked his way through George Mason University School of Law, graduating in 1993.
He is a Board Certified Civil Trial Lawyer, author, and former captain in the United States Army Reserve. He has been recognized by Super Lawyers, Best Lawyers, Top Attorneys, Top 100 Trial Lawyers, and Avvo Clients’ Choice. In 2003, he was honored by the Association of Trial Lawyers of America for his pro bono work representing victims of the 9/11 attacks.
Attorney Frank built Donahoe Kearney to help people through some of the hardest moments of their lives. His goal is simple: protect his clients, ease their stress, and help them focus on recovery.
Practice Areas
4
Practice Areas
Car Accident
25%
32 years
Medical Malpractice
25%
32 years
Personal Injury
25%
32 years
Workers Compensation
25%
32 years
Fees and Rates
Cost
Contingency
20%-20%
Payment Methods
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in Maryland for 22 years
State: Maryland
Acquired: 2003
No misconduct found
Licensed in District of Columbia for 30 years
State: District of Columbia
Acquired: 1995
No misconduct found
Licensed in Virginia for 32 years
State: Virginia
Acquired: 1993
No misconduct found
Licensed in Pennsylvania for 30 years
State: Pennsylvania
Acquired: 1995
No misconduct found
Location
Donahoe Kearney, PLLC
400 Virginia Ave SW, 120, Washington, DC, 20024
Donahoe Kearney, PLLC
708 Pendleton Street, Alexandria, VA, 22314
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Showing 21 - 22 of 22 reviews | Workers Compensation
Posted by anonymous | April 01, 2014 | Workers Compensation
One of the Top Lawyer in Washington DC
Mr. Kearney is the one of the Top Workers Compensation Attorney in the Washington DC metropolitan area. His associate Ms. Claudia was very professional. She was very helpful and supportive. I got the best possible service from Mr. Kearney during the process. I definitely recommend him to anyone who ...
Posted by Gwendolyn | December 16, 2013 | Workers Compensation
Frank Kearney is the MAN!!!!
I went to see Frank Kearney during I time when I had got injured on my job and I was in a lot of pain. He was so nice, and kind, and very attentive. His staff was very professional. He was respectful of my situation, of my time, and sent me to the best doctors and physical therapists. I didn't have...
Frank R Kearney's Lawyer Endorsements
"I have known Frank Kearney as a lawyer for almost 20 years and I am always impressed by the quality of his legal work. He has had incredible success on behalf of his clients."
"Frank and I have worked on some cases together and we continue to refer matters to him in states where he is licensed, but we are not. Frank is smart and his team is wonderful. You will find that he is low key in the office, and you will find him easy to speak to. Don't be alarmed, however, he is also very well prepared and aggressive in the courtroom."
"I strongly endorse this lawyer's work. I have known Frank for over 10 years and consider him to be among the best in his field of practice."
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Experience
Honors
2018
D.C. Superlawyers, Super Lawyers Magazine
2017
Super Lawyers Washington, D.C., Super Lawyers
2007
Board Certified, Civil Trials, National Board of Trial Advocacy
Work Experience
2005 - Present
Partner, Donahoe Kearney, PLLC
Associations
2011 - Present
DC Trial Lawyers AssociationBoard of Governors
American Association for Justice
Virginia Trial Lawyers Association
Sample of Legal Cases
Taylor v. Naccashe
$6,500,000.00 verdict
Education
1993
George Mason University School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
1990
Duquesne University
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2006
D.C. Workers Compensation CLE
D.C. Workers Compensation Law For Attorneys
Publications
2026
Workers Compensation Guide
The Union Workers Guide to D.C. Workers Compensation
2026
Workers' Compensation Guide
Protect Your Rights: The Injured Worker's Guide to D.C. Workers' Compensation
2026
Workers' Compensation Guide
5 Mistakes That Will Absolutely Kill Your DC Workers' Comp Case
2026
Car Accident Guide
The Ultimate Guide to Accident Cases in the DC Metro Area
2026
Car Accident Guide
7 Deadly Sins That Will Wreck Your Accident Case
Languages
Spanish
English
Activity
Legal Guides