Atty. Donna M. Lanham

Atty. Donna M. Lanham

Donna M. Lanham is a lawyer practicing appellate, business & commercial litigation, breach of contract and 8 other areas of law.

Buffalo Buffalo 37 J. Erfahrung 37 year
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Profile Summary

About Donna M. Lanham at a glance

Donna M. Lanham is a Special Counsel based in Buffalo, New York, practforg at Phillips Lytle LLP. They have 37+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1989. Their practice focuses on contracts, personal injury, business, breach of contract, and slip & fall. Admitted to practice in New York U.S. District Court, Northern District of New York U.S. District Court, Western District of (1989). Educated at State University of New York at Buffalo School of Law (J.D., 1988) and Wellesley College (B.A., 1981). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Serands clients in Buffalo, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Donna M. Lanham is a lawyer practicing appellate, business & commercial litigation, breach of contract and 8 other areas of law
  • Donna received a B.A. degree from Wellesley College in 1981, and has been licensed for 37 years
  • Donna practices at Phillips Lytle LLP in Buffalo, NY

Practice Areas Explained

Donna M. Lanham's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Donna M. Lanham handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Contracts

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Personal Injury

Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.

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Business & Corporate Law

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

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Breach of Contract

Donna M. Lanham is one of 5,938 breach of contract attorneys indexed nationally. Browse breach of contract attorneys in New York →

Slip & Fall / Premises Liability

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in New York

Practforg 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 Buffalo 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 andnue, 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.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Donna M. Lanham

Where is Donna M. Lanham's law office located?
Donna M. Lanham's law practice is located in Buffalo, New York. The firm is Phillips Lytle LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Donna M. Lanham handle?
Donna M. Lanham focuses on contracts, personal injury, business, breach of contract, slip & fall. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New York.
How long has Donna M. Lanham practiced law?
Donna M. Lanham has 37+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1989.
Where did Donna M. Lanham go to law school?
Donna M. Lanham earned their education at (J.D., 1988); (B.A., 1981).
How can I contact Donna M. Lanham for a consultation?
You can contact Donna M. Lanham 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.
What awards or recognition has Donna M. Lanham received?
Donna M. Lanham's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
State University of New York at Buffalo School of Law
- 1988
B.A.
Wellesley College
- 1981

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

New York U.S. District Court, Northern District of New York U.S. District Court, Western District of
Admitted: 1989

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