Laura Donahue

Laura Donahue

5.0
Rating: 8.9

Licensed for 11 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Spokane, WA
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Domestic Violence ... +2 more

901 N Adams, Spokane, WA

About Laura

Biography

Practice Areas

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Washington for 11 years

State: Washington

Acquired: 2014

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Donahue Law

901 N Adams, Spokane, WA, 99201

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Laura Donahue's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

11 Client Reviews

5 star (11)
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Posted by Hannah | January 25, 2021 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Laura did a great job representing me

When I was falsely accused by my boyfriends jealous ex-wife of harming their children, and only a week till court, Laura was quick to get everything in place argument and testimonies. Laura's opening argument was great, the judge agreed with us. I am glad I chose her to defend me. Laura's price wa...s fair and she always was quick to get back with me if I had a question. She was great to work with.

Posted by Lee | February 28, 2020 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Domestic Violence with a great ending

Laura and Pat Donahue are people that care to get the right out come for you. I was recommended from a friend and could not of had a better outcome. All was done on a timely matter and with such great people. Thank You Again.

Posted by anonymous | February 19, 2020 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

All I can say is thank you so much. The Donahue Attorney's are a power couple who will go very far by helping the innocent.....

Laura did exactly what she needed to do and that was to protect my rights as a person. She kept me calm and got my case dismissed.

Posted by Kirsty | October 1, 2019 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Best attorney ever

Laura is a very hard working attorney. She worked my case as if her own freedom depended on it (instead of just mine). She communicated every detail of the case and let me know of every update right away. We planned on going to trial so that’s what Laura prepared for. We did a focus group to determin...e what a typical jury would think. This was very helpful in continuing our preparation. In the end, and only because of her hard work, I accepted the deal of a lifetime so I didn’t have to go through a trial. Life is really looking up for me and it really is because of this attorney!!

Posted by anonymous | August 20, 2019 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Excellent Representation!

Laura Donahue worked diligently to provide an exceptional defense representation for my criminal case. Laura was able to successfully negotiate with the prosecutor, which substantially reduced my charges. My criminal charge was reduced to an infraction. I'm truly lucky to have found such generous, ki...nd and mindful defense attorney. If you believe you are not getting proper representation, make sure you have a chat with Laura. Truly amazing.

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Laura Donahue's Lawyer Endorsements

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Amber Rush

Criminal defense lawyer | Aug 15

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Ms. Donahue is one sharp attorney. She is an advocate for her clients inside and outside of the courtroom. If you are charged with a crime you want her in your corner. I trust her 100%. She is a brilliant lawyer."

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Pat Donahue

Criminal defense lawyer | Jul 16

Relationship: Co-worker

"Laura and I work together at Donahue Law. She has an incredible eye for detail and strong passion for defending those accused of breaking the law."

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John Kidd

Criminal defense lawyer | Jul 16

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Laura is a motivated and highly talented "mover and shaker" in the criminal defense arena in Eastern Washington. I am honored to endorse her!"

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Steven Clark

Unknown lawyer | Apr 18

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Having worked with her in the past, Laura is a phenomenal attorney with a keen sense of legal issues and reaching an agreeable settlement. She is hard working, dedicated, and incredibly smart. I would not hesitate to refer a client to her."

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Michael Addams

Criminal defense lawyer | Nov 23

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. She is my go-to person for district court criminal procedural questions. Very competent and knowledgable."

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Jakob McGhie

Unknown lawyer | Dec 08

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Laura is a smart and engaged advocate who takes her client's interests to heart. She works hard and obtains good results. I endorse her."

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Becki Wheeler

General practice lawyer | Dec 05

Relationship: Co-worker

"Laura Donahue is a great practitioner. She is a resourceful attorney who excels at both research skills and client counseling. I would recommend Laura to anyone."

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Elijah Marchbanks

Unknown lawyer | Dec 05

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Laura is an excellent attorney. She is very intelligent, thinks analytically, performs well under pressure, and treats her clients' issues as if they were her own. One would be hard pressed to find better counsel. I highly endorse this lawyer."

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Corey Holton

DUI and DWI lawyer | Dec 02

Relationship: Other

"I am happy to endorse Laura. She works extremely hard for her clients, and she has the ability to find creative solutions to her clients' problems."

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Ryan McNeice

Family lawyer | Oct 14

Relationship: Co-worker

"I have worked with Laura for several years now and Laura has exemplified amazing skills as a lawyer and an individual with the passion to serve clients."

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Amber Rush

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Joseph Sullivan

Criminal defense lawyer

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Criminal defense lawyer

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Experience

Rating:  8.9 (Excellent)

Honors

2019

Top 40 Under 40, National Trial Lawyers

Work Experience

2018 - Present

Attorney, Donahue Law

2015 - 2018

Attorney, Spokane County Public Defender's Office

2014 - 2015

Attorney, McNeice Wheeler, PLLC

2013 - 2013

Licensed Legal Intern, Spokane County Public Defender's Office

2011 - 2013

Licensed Legal Intern, McNeice Wheeler, PLLC

Associations

2018 - Present

Washington Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

member

2018 - Present

Federal Bar Association (Eastern District of Washington chapter)

member

2014 - Present

Washington State Bar Association

member

Education

2014

Gonzaga University School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

2011

Trinity University (San Antonio, Texas)

BS - Bachelor of Science

Languages

English

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