Atty. Alfred E. Donnellan
Mr. Donnellan is a founding partner, member of the firm’s Executive Committee and the Managing Partner of DelBello Donnellan Weingarten Wise & Wiederkehr.
Commercial Litigation & More Attorney · Serving White Plains, NY · 44+ Years Experience
Profile Summary
About Alfred E. Donnellan at a Glance
Alfred E. Donnellan is a Managing Partner based in White Plains, New York, practicing at DelBello Donnellan Weingarten Wise & Wiederkehr, LLP. They have 44+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1982. Their practice focuses on business, real estate, and litigation. Admitted to practice in New York (1982), U.S. District Court, Southern District of New York (1982), U.S. District Court, Eastern District of New York (1982), and New Jersey (1983). Educated at Pace University School of Law (J.D., 1981) and Fordham University (B.S., 1978). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serves clients in White Plains, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.
Get Legal Help from Alfred E. Donnellan in White Plains
Sign up free and choose one of the two methods below.
Have a legal question? Sign up free, submit it through the Ask the Attorney module and receive a focused answer from a specialist.
- Free to ask a question
- Answers from specialist attorneys
- Optional private / anonymous question
Request an online video meeting or an in-person consultation at the attorney's office. Pick a time that works for you and share the details securely.
- Online video meeting
- In-person at the attorney's office
- Secure messaging and payment
About Alfred E. Donnellan
- Mr. Donnellan is a founding partner, member of the firm’s Executive Committee and the Managing Partner of DelBello Donnellan Weingarten Wise & Wiederkehr
- In addition to managing the firm, Mr. Donnellan focuses his practice on complex commercial litigation and real estate development with an emphasis on large scale urban renewal redevelopment projects
- He represents clients in connection with the acquisition, development, financing and disposition of all types of real estate including office, residential, hotel, condominium and retail, as well as public and private partnerships
- He has acted as lead counsel in connection with some of the largest and most complex real estate projects in Westchester
- Mr. Donnellan is Chairman of the Board of Visitors of Pace University School of Law
- He also served as President of Legal Services of the Hudson Valley, a not for profit organization that provides free civil legal services for low income individuals, from 2006 to 2021
- SEMINARS • Lecturer, “Dynamics Plans Workshop: Redevelopment Successes Explaining how Complex Urban Revitalization Projects Work”, Pace University (2007) • Lecturer, “Reinventing Redevelopment Law”, Pace University (2005) AWARDS • AV Preeminent rated by Martindale-Hubbell • Community Leader Award, Westchester ARC Foundation (2007) • Distinguished Leader Award, Pace University School of Law (2004) • Father of the Year, Fathers Day Council (2007) PROJECTS OF NOTE • City Center, White Plains, New York • Ritz Carlton, White Plains, New York • New Roc City, New Rochelle, New York • New Rochelle Revitalization, New Rochelle, New York • Harbor Square, Ossining, New York • Trump Tower, White Plains, New York • Trump Plaza, New Rochelle, New York MEMBERSHIPS • Chairman, Board of Visitors of Pace University School of Law • President, Legal Services of the Hudson Valley (2006 to 2021) • Westchester County Bar Association • New York State Bar Association
Practice Areas Explained
Alfred E. Donnellan's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Alfred E. Donnellan handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in White Plains.
Business & Corporate Law in White Plains
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
Alfred E. Donnellan is one of 497,491 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in New York →
Real Estate Law in White Plains
Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.
Alfred E. Donnellan is one of 313,729 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in New York →
Civil Litigation in White Plains
Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
Alfred E. Donnellan is one of 450,750 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in New York →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in White Plains
Practicing law in New York. Legal matters in New York are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in White Plains are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate New York state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in New York brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this venue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in New York courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
White Plains Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a White Plains-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
Looking for additional New York attorneys? Browse all attorneys in White Plains or all attorneys in New York.
Frequently Asked
Common Questions About Alfred E. Donnellan
Where is Alfred E. Donnellan's law office located?
What practice areas does Alfred E. Donnellan handle?
How long has Alfred E. Donnellan practiced law?
Where did Alfred E. Donnellan go to law school?
How can I contact Alfred E. Donnellan for a consultation?
What awards or recognition has Alfred E. Donnellan received?
Professional Profile
Why Clients in White Plains Choose Alfred E. Donnellan
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Alfred E. Donnellan's practice in the field of business, real estate, and litigation.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Alfred E. Donnellan brings 44+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in New York, U.S. District Court, Southern District of New York, and U.S. District Court, Eastern District of New York, Alfred E. Donnellan can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering business, real estate, and litigation, Alfred E. Donnellan can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in White Plains
A White Plains-based practice means Alfred E. Donnellan attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues Alfred E. Donnellan Handles in White Plains
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Alfred E. Donnellan has experience with under New York law. If your situation involves one of these case categories, this attorney may be well positioned to help you understand your options.
This list is illustrative, not exhaustive. Contact Alfred E. Donnellan directly to discuss the specifics of your situation.
Search Reference
How People Find Alfred E. Donnellan Online
Prospective clients searching for legal help in White Plains commonly use a combination of the attorney's name and their specific legal need. The following search terms frequently lead people to this profile and to attorneys like Alfred E. Donnellan.
If any of the above matches what you searched for, you've found the right profile. Use the contact options at the top of this page to get in touch with Alfred E. Donnellan directly.
Alfred E. Donnellan's Practice Areas & Specializations
Education & Law School Background
Awards & Professional Honors
Bar Admissions & Licensed Jurisdictions
Client Reviews & Ratings — Alfred E. Donnellan
No reviews yet.