About Don
Biography
I am a former business owner and executive who uses my legal knowledge and business experience to help employees resolve, and employers avoid, legal issues.
Practical Employment Law advice for Employees and Employers
Former business executive who uses his experience to help clients understand & resolve legal issues
Practice Areas
5
Practice Areas
Fees and Rates
Cost
Sometimes
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Credit Card
Awards
Licenses
Licensed in Florida for 14 years
State: Florida
Acquired: 2011
No misconduct found
Location
Law Offices of Don McManus, P.L.
7651-A Ashley Park Court, Suite 403, Orlando, FL, 32835
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Don McManus's Reviews
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Posted by Mark | September 11, 2019 | Consulted Attorney
Exceptional Employment Lawyer
I've worked with Don on a number of matters. His ability to analyze the issue(s) and develop sound and measured solutions is superb. He's efficient with his time but abundant with his counsel. Highly recommend Don.
Posted by Chris | April 12, 2019 | Hired Attorney
Best possible outcome
Don set an appointment for me quickly, which was good since everything was happening so fast at work. I came prepared to our meeting with all my evidence and paperwork. We discussed and strategized the case for a little over an hour and came up with a plan. This helped me prepare for my final meet...
Posted by anonymous | April 25, 2018 | Hired Attorney
Couldn’t have made a better choice!
When my previous employer terminated my employment for an unlawful reason, I was dreading having to contact a lawyer and the additional stress of dealing with a legal case. Thankfully my search found Don. He truly was an answer to prayer. I emailed him to see if I even had a case and he replied right...
Posted by anonymous | November 12, 2017 | Consulted Attorney
Professional and Thorough
Don McManus is an outstanding attorney. He was able to successfully counsel me through some standard employment documents, but made sure that I was appropriately protecting my longer-term career goals and interests. He was incredibly responsive and made sure that our engagement met my specific needs....
Posted by anonymous | July 11, 2017 | Hired Attorney
Excellent Attorney
I have been a client for the past year and Don represented me in a very tiring lawsuit. He was successfully able to secure the end resolution I was looking for. He always maintained professionalism and remained in constant contact with me throughout this process. I hope that I never need an employmen...
Don McManus's Lawyer Endorsements
"Don McManus is a fantastic attorney whose client-focused approach ensures excellent outcomes in his cases."
"I endorse this lawyer. Attorney Don McManus knows the law extremely well and cares about making sure people understand their rights and obligations. Anyone needing assistance with a emplyment and labor law legal matter would be well served to contact him."
"Don McManus is both professional and compassionate. I highly reccomend contacting Don for any of your employment law needs."
"Don McManus is an excellent attorney and will provide first-rate legal representation for anyone that retains his services."
"You won't meet a more approachable and sincere individual, let alone attorney. Don's experience in the business world has given him a real world perspective in his analysis and application of the law. I would feel confident engaging Don's legal services and would gladly recommend him to others."
"Don and I have worked together over the years. He has always demonstrated the utmost professionalism and courtesy. He is an extremely knowledgeable attorney that goes above and beyond for his clients."
"I endorse Don. We started and finished law school together. He was a great student, and a hard worker with real life experience. He continues to be a hard worker, pursuing his passion to help people in his community."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"Don is a thorough and professional attorney whom I trust to refer my clients who need help with unpaid wage claims and other employment issues. Don is a hands-on and gets to know his clients. I would recommend Don without question."
"I have referred clients to Don and I highly recommend him. He is extremely knowledgeable in employment law and works hard to achieve good results for his clients. He is also very responsive and professional."
"Don McManus is well known throughout the area for his knowledge in the area of employment law. His no nonsense approach toward the practice makes him the ideal candidate for any prospective client in need of legal representation. Mr. McManus’s dedication to his clients in unparalleled and that concern is manifested in the results he produces on their behalf."
"Don is a superb attorney practicing in the areas of Employment Law and Wills, Trusts and Estates. He is smart and highly ethical. Don's real-world business experience offers his clients practical, outcome-oriented solutions. Don gets results."
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Experience
Honors
2019
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2017
Men Who Make a Difference, Orlando Style Magazine
2016
Orlando's #1 Legal Elite, Orlando Style Magazine
2015
Guardian of Justice, Community Legal Services
2013
Advocate of the Year - Orange County, Community Legal Service of Mid-Florida
2012
Advocate of the Year - Orange County, Community Legal Service of Mid-Florida
2010
Book Award - Wills & Trusts, Dwayne O. Andreas School of Law
Work Experience
2012 - Present
Attorney, Law Offices of Don McManus, P.L.
2002 - 2003
Sr. Vice President, Alcoa Inc. & Alcoa-Fujikura Ltd.
2000 - 2002
Chief Executive Officer, IVCI Inc.
Associations
2012 - Present
National Employment Lawyers AssociationMember
2011 - Present
Orange County Bar AssociationMember
2011 - Present
Florida BarMember
Sample of Legal Cases
Full Payment + Damages + Fees & Costs
Settlement
Education
2011
JD - Juris Doctor
Speaking Engagements
2016
Publications
2017
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Answers
How can I get my paycheck from the employer after I quit job ?
06 Apr 2018
Recording conversations in the state of Florida, to prove retaliation by manager
06 Apr 2014
I was the GM of a hotel. The owner falsely accused me of stealing $7,000, gave no proof, and fired me. Can I sue?
03 Apr 2014