Atty. Devin M McDonell

Atty. Devin M McDonell

Devin M McDonell is a lawyer practicing litigation, environmental law, business law. Devin received a degree from Harvard-Radcliffe Fresh, Cambridge MA, and has been licensed for 17 years.

San Francisco San Francisco 17 yrs experience 17 year
Call (213) 539-2626 Book Appointment

Business Law & More Attorney · Serving San Francisco, CA · 17+ Years Experience

Profile Summary

About Devin M McDonell at a Glance

Devin M McDonell is an Associate based in San Francisco, California, practicing at Morgan, Lewis & Bockius LLP. They have 17+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2009. Their practice focuses on business, litigation, and environmental. Admitted to practice in California U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit U.S. District Court, Northern District of California (2009). Educated at Harvard College Class of 1995 (—) and Harvard-Radcliffe Fresh, Cambridge MA University of San Francisco School of Law, San Francisco CA (—). Serves clients in San Francisco, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated October 2026

About Devin M McDonell

  • Devin M McDonell is a lawyer practicing litigation, environmental law, business law
  • Devin received a degree from Harvard-Radcliffe Fresh, Cambridge MA, and has been licensed for 17 years
  • Devin practices at Morgan, Lewis & Bockius LLP in San Francisco, CA

Practice Areas Explained

Devin M McDonell's Areas of Legal Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Devin M McDonell handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in San Francisco.

Business & Corporate Law in San Francisco

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

Devin M McDonell is one of 497,491 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in California →

Civil Litigation in San Francisco

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

Devin M McDonell is one of 450,751 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in California →

Environmental Law in San Francisco

Environmental attorneys for regulatory compliance, contamination, land use, and natural resource law.

Devin M McDonell is one of 55,977 environmental attorneys indexed nationally. Browse environmental attorneys in California →

Jurisdictional Context

Why Local Counsel Matters in San Francisco

Practicing law in California. Legal matters in California are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in San Francisco are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate California state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in California 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 California courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

San Francisco Courts and Legal Process

Choosing a San Francisco-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 California attorneys? Browse all attorneys in San Francisco or all attorneys in California.

Frequently Asked

Common Questions About Devin M McDonell

Where is Devin M McDonell's law office located?
Devin M McDonell's law practice is located in San Francisco, California. The firm is Morgan, Lewis & Bockius LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Devin M McDonell handle?
Devin M McDonell focuses on business, litigation, environmental. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Devin M McDonell practiced law?
Devin M McDonell has 17+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2009.
Where did Devin M McDonell go to law school?
Devin M McDonell earned their education at (—); (—).
How can I contact Devin M McDonell for a consultation?
You can contact Devin M McDonell directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.

Professional Profile

Why Clients in San Francisco Choose Devin M McDonell

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 Devin M McDonell's practice in the field of business, litigation, and environmental.

Decade-Tested Legal Experience

Devin M McDonell brings 17+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.

Broad Practice Area Coverage

Covering business, litigation, and environmental, Devin M McDonell can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.

Local Presence in San Francisco

A San Francisco-based practice means Devin M McDonell 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 Devin M McDonell Handles in San Francisco

Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Devin M McDonell has experience with under California law. If your situation involves one of these case categories, this attorney may be well positioned to help you understand your options.

Business formation and structure
Business
Contract drafting and review
Business
Partnership disputes
Business
Merger and acquisition support
Business

This list is illustrative, not exhaustive. Contact Devin M McDonell directly to discuss the specifics of your situation.

Search Reference

How People Find Devin M McDonell Online

Prospective clients searching for legal help in San Francisco 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 Devin M McDonell.

Devin M McDonell attorney Devin M McDonell lawyer Devin M McDonell San Francisco Devin M McDonell California Devin M McDonell reviews Devin M McDonell contact Morgan, Lewis & Bockius LLP law firm business attorney in San Francisco business lawyer San Francisco best business attorney San Francisco top rated business lawyer near me business attorney California find a lawyer near me how to hire an attorney

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 Devin M McDonell directly.

Devin M McDonell's Practice Areas & Specializations

Education & Law School Background

—
Harvard College Class of 1995
- In Progress
—
Harvard-Radcliffe Fresh, Cambridge MA University of San Francisco School of Law, San Francisco CA
- In Progress

Bar Admissions & Licensed Jurisdictions

California U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit U.S. District Court, Northern District of California
Admitted: 2009

Client Reviews & Ratings — Devin M McDonell

These reviews belong to platform users; they do not constitute advertisement or promotion for the attorney. Opinions are published for informational purposes only.

No reviews yet.