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Richard Sterling Donahey Jr.
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Biography
The Donahey Law Firm is one of the oldest personal injury law firms in central Ohio. Established in 1968, our mission has always been to help injured people obtain fair compensation for their pain and over 50 years of personal injury experience and many multi-million dollar recoveries for our clients, our Columbus injury attorneys know exactly what it takes to get you and your family every dollar of compensation you an experienced Accident & personal Injury Attorney on your side. With four offices in Ohio, we are well positioned to represent people throughout the for a Free Consultation .
"HOME OF THE MILLION DOLLAR SETTLEMENTS !" tm
Helping accident victims is all we do...for over 40 years!™
Practice Areas
8
Practice Areas
Car Accident
45%
Trucking Accident
20%
58 years
Personal Injury
10%
58 years
Birth Injury
5%
58 years
Fees and Rates
Cost
Contingency
25%-40%
Awards
2020
2020 2018 2017
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Licenses
Licensed in Ohio for 57 years
State: Ohio
Acquired: 1968
No misconduct found
Location
The Donahey Law Firm - Columbus Office
580 South High Street Suite 300, Suite 200, Columbus, OH, 43215
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Posted by Andrea | November 27, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
Highly Recommend
Curtis Fifner was wonderful to work with. He was professional, knowledgeable, kind and compassionate and fought to make sure I received an appropriate settlement. He responded to all of my questions quickly and made what seemed like an overwhelming process much easier for me. If you are in need of an...
Posted by Jenny | May 06, 2015 | Lawsuits & Disputes
Good Experience at Firm
The Donahey Law Firm got me in for a meeting right away and provided me with the proper information about a potential case. I would highly recommend Mr. Gordon Evans, the attorney that I met with.
Posted by anonymous | May 27, 2013
Excellent
They are used by other lawyers to help with difficult cases.
Richard Sterling Donahey Jr.'s Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Donahey is a highly knowledgeable and intelligent personal injury attorney."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"I have worked with Richard as his co-counsel on numerous cases and I can say without any hesitation or restriction whatsoever that every client I have referred to Richard has been completely satisfied with his work. His attention to detail, his work ethic and his trial skills are extraordinary. His winning record speaks for itself. I am honored to endorse him."
"I have had the pleasure of working on several matters with Mr. Donahey. He has always been competent, thorough, and thoughtful. I consider him one of the finest practitioners of law and know that any client he represents is in excellent hands."
"Richard has devoted his life to helping Ohioans for over 40 years. His knowledge of the law and command of the courtroom is second to none. He is a wonderful mentor and colleague, and I am lucky to work with him. I would highly recommend him to anyone in need of an aggressive trial lawyer."
"If you are looking for a principled attorney with years of experience in this community, Mr. Donahey is your guy."
"Outstanding attorney known to get great results for his clients. I highly recommend Mr. Donahey for anyone looking for a personal injury attorney."
"Mr. Donahey has been a personal injury attorney for decades, representing the rights of injured people throughout the state of Ohio. His experience and results speak for themselves."
"I endorse Richard Sterling Donahey Jr.He is a talented advocate with outstanding work ethic."
Seth Preisler
Personal injury lawyer
Experience
Honors
2015
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2012
Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2012
Multi-Million Dollar Advocate, Multi-Million Dollar Advocates Forum
2012
Million Dollar Advocate, Million Dollar Advocates Forum
2012
Top 40 Under 40, The National Trial Layers
Work Experience
1964 - Present
Senior Partner, The Donahey Law Firm
Associations
2007 - Present
Better Business Bureau
1968 - Present
Columbus Bar AssociationMember
1968 - Present
Ohio State Bar AssociationMember
1968 - Present
Ohio Academy of Trial LawyersMember
1968 - Present
Association of Trial Lawyers of AmericaMember
Franklin County Bar Association
Member
1968 - 2021
Franklin County Trial Lawyers AssociationChair
Sample of Legal Cases
Million Dollar cases
Education
1968
Ohio State University Moritz College of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
1965
Ohio State University, Columbus
BS - Bachelor of Science in Engineering
Speaking Engagements
1975
TORTS
TORTS
1970
Ohio Academy of Trial Lawyers
Uninsured Motorist's Update
1970
Ohio Academy of Trial Lawyers
Uninsured Motorist's Update
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Top Contributor
Richard earned significant contribution points in 2020.
Legal Answers
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Does my employer have some liability in this matter?
18 Jan 2024
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What can I do If an ophthalmologist damaged my retina by shining the slit lamp in my eye for too long?
31 Dec 2023
Q&A
My brother was killed in a car accident, driver crossed centerline. Should I take the $50,000 offer?
31 Oct 2023