Hugh McDonnell

Hugh McDonnell

also known as Hugh James McDonnell

4.5
Rating: 9.0

Licensed for 34 years

Personal injury Lawyer at Orlando, FL
Practice Areas: Personal Injury, Car Accidents, Criminal Defense ... +5 more

128 E Livingston St, Orlando, FL

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Licenses

Licensed in Florida for 34 years

State: Florida

Acquired: 1991

Member in Good Standing

Lawyer disciplined by state licensing authority in 2008

Location

Hugh James McDonnell Attorney at Law

128 E Livingston St, Orlando, FL, 32801-1507

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Hugh McDonnell's Reviews

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4.5 /5.0

8 Client Reviews

5 star (7)
4 star (0)
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1 star (1)

Posted by Jake | January 14, 2020 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

The real deal!

Hugh's the man when it comes to criminal cases! I got a DUI back in July and this was my first time ever in trouble with the law. I decided to go with Hugh immediately after our consultation. He managed to get 2/3 of the charges dropped while reducing my DUI from enhanced to regular. He also kept me ...cool and level headed during a very stressful few months. Anytime I called he always had answers or results to show how my case was going. He got me the best deal you could ever imagine and I couldn't have been happier with him! If I ever have another problem or know someone who needs a lawyer, I'm calling Hugh ASAP! He knows the system in and out. As long as he's practicing he's my "permanent" attorney!

Posted by Jimmie | March 28, 2019 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Two thumbs up

Hugh was very easy to talk to and up front about the process and what was expected from step one all the way through the entire process. Would definitely recomend him and his practice to others.

Posted by Jonathan | March 20, 2019 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Wonderful Criminal Defense Lawyer!

I was charged with Conspiracy to Traffic Cocaine in excess of 400grams that carries a 15years minimum and 50k fine if found guilty. It was an interesting set of circumstances but through everything, Hugh did a wonderful job keeping me informed on what his strategy was and executing his plan just as h...e said he would. I ended up only getting 2.5yrs probation and adjudication withheld on a lesser* F3 charge. I highly recommend Hugh McDonnell.

Posted by Robbie | January 10, 2019 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Outstanding

First let me start by saying this was a very scary time in my life as my freedom hung in the balance from the judicial system in Orlando, Florida. I was on probation from an offense that took place 2 years prior and was accused of Violating the probation I was on. I live in Houston Texas and do not... even reside in Florida where this event happened. I had no idea who to contact in Florida and had hired another attorney from a totally different law firm to help me. That attorney I ended up firing due to lack of effort and proffesionalism. So you can imagine how crazy that was to be starting from scratch. I found Mr. McDonnell and not only was He 10 times above and beyond the previous attorney. He was able to have the courts dismiss the whole violation against me (and they wanted me to do 9 months in jail) Mr McDonnell got it DISMISED! He is straight forward He is on time He is very detailed He will stay in contact with you and call you right back. When you need Him. He will guide you through the process even while you are scared to death. I am so very happy we found Mr. McDonnell and I would highly recommend Him to whoever is reading this. I will never be back to Florida again but if I ever have a challenge that requires assistance in Florida and need a kick ass attorney. Trust me I'm calling Mr. McDonnell

Posted by anonymous | May 17, 2018 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Highly recommend

Hugh and his firm managed my case with extreme care and professionalism. He helped me achieve a favorable outcome in my case. I know who to call whenever I’m in trouble. 10/10

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Hugh McDonnell's Lawyer Endorsements

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Debra Ferwerda

Personal injury lawyer | Dec 07

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. He's tough and smart and a consummate professional."

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Scott Smothers

Personal injury lawyer | Sep 02

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Hugh is a zealous advocate for his clients who is very knowledgable in his chosen fields of practice. He is always well prepared and ready to fight for his clients' legal goals. He is very ethical and fair. I have found that he is well respected in the legal community."

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Debra Ferwerda

Criminal defense lawyer

Experience

Rating:  9.0 (Superb)

Professional misconduct

This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority in 2008.

Admonishment issued in FL, 2008

updated on 06/26/2012

An admonition means an attorney did something wrong but may still practice law. The Bar gives the lawyer an admonition in hopes that he or she will not repeat the behavior.

Honors

2016

Million Dollar Advocate, Million Dollar Advocates Forum

2016

Top 100 Attorney, America's Top 100 Attorneys

2016

Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers Association

2015

Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers Association

2014

Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers Association

2013

Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers Association

Work Experience

1995 - Present

Owner, Law Office of Hugh James McDonnell, P.A.,

1992 - 1995

Prosecuting Attorney, Office Of The State Attorney Florida

Associations

1991 - Present

American Bar Association

Member

1991 - Present

Florida Bar

Member

1991 - Present

Orange County Bar Association

Member

1991 - Present

Seminole County Bar Association

Member

1991 - Present

American Association for Justice

Member

1991 - Present

Florida Justice Association

Member

1991 - Present

National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Member

1991 - Present

Central Florida Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Member

1991 - Present

Florida Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Member

Education

1991

St. Thomas University School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1982

University of Florida

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Languages

English

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