Frank R Kearney

Frank R Kearney

5.0
Rating: 9.2

Licensed for 32 years

Workers compensation Lawyer at Washington, DC
Practice Areas: Workers Compensation, Car Accidents, Medical Malpractice, Personal Injury

400 Virginia Ave SW, 120, Washington, DC

About Frank

Biography

Practice Areas

4

Practice Areas

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 60 minutes

Contingency

20%-20%


Payment Methods

  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Maryland for 22 years

State: Maryland

Acquired: 2003

Active

No misconduct found

Licensed in District of Columbia for 30 years

State: District of Columbia

Acquired: 1995

Good Standing

No misconduct found

Licensed in Virginia for 32 years

State: Virginia

Acquired: 1993

Active

No misconduct found

Licensed in Pennsylvania for 30 years

State: Pennsylvania

Acquired: 1995

Retired

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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Frank R Kearney's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

30 Client Reviews

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Posted by Mohamed | October 21, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Workers Compensation

Professional and reasonable.

I highly recommend hiring the Donahoe Kearney law firm to anyone who is suffering with workman's compensation dilemmas. Frank, Priscilla, Brooke and even the receptionists are all wonderful with answering questions, easing apprehension, and allowing you to be part of the process. Priscilla updated me... through weekly phone calls and constant emails. It was important to feel like the staff was working for my benefit and I felt that with this team. They truly excelled with their services! They succeeded in getting me the treatment that I deserved and handled the case with professionality and purpose! I wish everyone the best of luck and hope your experience with this team is just as good as mine was! Mohamed Abodour

Posted by Lamont | July 05, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Workers Compensation

Excellent Workers Comp Attorney!

I had an injury at work and was going through the workers comp process on my own. As the case was coming to an end I had a feeling that the insurance company was just trying to save money and close the case, so I reached out to Mr. Kearney. He and his staff definitely had my best interest at hand, ...and were able to negotiate a settlement much higher than what the insurance company would have given me on my own. They kept me up to date through out the entire process, and gave me reasonable expectations as well. I am extremely pleased not only with the results of the case but also with the personable service that I received from Mr. Kearney. He is highly recommended no matter where you are in your case!

Posted by Jessica | March 08, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Workers Compensation

Great Experience

After a not so good experience with another attorney that didn’t seem to have my best interests at the forefront, I found Mr. Kearney through this very website. In the midst of dealing with a life changing accident and navigating Workers Comp, it was reassuring to know that my case and wellbeing wer...e finally in good hands. Mr. Kearney and his staff are wonderful. They will work hard on your behalf and communicate with you every step of the way. I can’t thank them enough!

Posted by Kourtnay | October 18, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Workers Compensation

Make your appointment now!

I’m that person who reads reviews to get informed. I was very skeptical about holding an attorney from the review add. However, I was involved in a serious work injury and had no idea where to go. I read the reviews for Mr. Kearney and decided to give it a chance. It was the best decision I made. Ev...ery step of the way, Mr. Kearney and his staff kept me informed of my options and the process. You will get discouraged and frustrated, but if you have Mr. Kearney on your side, your worries and doubts will turn into a win. I know this because that what I experienced. The staff is kind, courteous, and always attentive to any questions or concerns. Go ahead, and make the appointment. You will not be disappointed. Tell them I said hello.

Posted by anonymous | September 11, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Workers Compensation

Excellent Experience

I would like to extend my gratitude to Attorney Frank Kearney and his team for the excellent work performed on my behalf. From day one, when I placed my phone call to his office, I knew I was in good hands. I am a Nurse and I sustained a back injury on the job while assisting a patient. My injury ...caused me to suffer from extreme pain with lower extremity weakness. I was out from work for months on workers compensation and I had no intention of retaining an attorney because I was not aware that I should probably consult with one. No one tells you these things, especially when you think you will get better and return to work in a short period of time. That was not the case for me. Several months after being out for my injury I was notified by the workers comp office that the insurance medical examiner (IME) that they sent me to for a follow-up evaluation had concluded that I was no longer injured and could return to work. The IME report said I could resume my full-time duties without further treatment or evaluation. The fact is, I clearly expressed to the IME my condition had not improved and I was not ready to return to work at that time. In shock, I wondered how cold and calculating the decision was to send me back to work still injured and in pain. The more I wondered the more I got upset. My employer wanted me to return work per what the IME concluded. I refused to return to work in my condition and they refused to offer me physical therapy and/or any assistance to help me get better to return to work. I knew I needed help fast. They terminated the workers comp benefits and I would not be paid until I returned to work. At this point all of my funding sources were depleted including my retirement and savings. It was time to find an attorney. Attorney Kearney was recommended to me by another attorney in Maryland. Once I contacted his office to schedule a consultation I was sent a book called “Protecting Your Rights”. After consulting with his team and reading the book I really got the courage I needed to move forward with my case. I could now see a light at the end of the tunnel! Attorney Kearney informed me during our first meeting that I had a 50 percent chance at winning my case due to the fact so many months had gone by after being injured. Again, I wish I had known to consult with an attorney at the beginning when I was first injured, but it is common not to know until something goes awry. I trusted that he would do all he could to help me and I was comforted in knowing that. As the weeks went by I felt assured we were moving in the right direction with my case. I now had the strength to hold on and maintain a positive outlook because Attorney Kearney and his team always communicated with me and kept me informed on the work they were doing with my case. They never made me feel neglected or alone in the process, and they welcomed my phone calls and constant questions. In the end things did work out for me and my case was decided out of court in my favor. I highly recommend this law firm because they value their clients and provide the utmost respect and integrity in handling your case. They are truly professional, honest, understanding, and helpful to those in need of their assistance. I am now able to focus on getting well and putting my life back together. What a blessing, thank you so much!

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Frank R Kearney's Lawyer Endorsements

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Steven Kaminski

Medical malpractice lawyer | May 21

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"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."

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Benjamin Glass

Personal injury lawyer | May 21

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"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."

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Erik Anderson

Medical malpractice lawyer | Jun 03

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"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

Rating:  9.2 (Superb)

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 Association

Board of Governors

American Association for Justice

Virginia Trial Lawyers Association

Sample of Legal Cases

Taylor v. Naccashe

$6,500,000.00 verdict

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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

Languages

Spanish

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