Atty. Donna R. Corcoran

Atty. Donna R. Corcoran

Donna R. Corcoran is a trial lawyer and partner at Jones Kelleher.

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About Donna R. Corcoran at a glance

Donna R. Corcoran is a medical malpractice attorney based in Boston, Massachusetts, practicing at Jones Kelleher LLP. Educated at Suffolk University (J.D., 1985) and Stonehill College (BA, 1974). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Medical Malpractice Law - Plaintiffs (2026). Serands clients in Boston, MA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Donna R. Corcoran is a trial lawyer and partner at Jones Kelleher
  • Her practice focuses on medical malpractice, catastrophic personal injury, premises liability and product liability
  • Donna received her B.A. degree (magna cum laude) from Stonehill College in 1974
  • She graduated from Suffolk University Law School (cum laude) in 1985
  • Selected as among the top 5% of practicing attorneys in Massachusetts and New England, Donna has been featured in the Massachusetts and New England Super Lawyers publications and recognized in Boston magazine
  • Donna has also been named by Super Lawyers Magazine as one of the top 50 female attorneys in Massachusetts and New England since 2010
  • Donna is admitted to practice in Massachusetts state and federal courts
  • She is a member of the Massachusetts Bar Association, the Massachusetts Academy of Trial Attorneys, American Association for Justice, and the Women's Bar Association
  • Donna lives in Lincoln, Massachusetts with her husband and two children
  • She has served on the boards of non-profit educational organizations

Practice Areas Explained

Donna R. Corcoran's Areas of Practice

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

Medical Malpractice

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Jurisdictional Context

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

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Where is Donna R. Corcoran's law office located?
Donna R. Corcoran's law practice is located in Boston, Massachusetts. The firm is Jones Kelleher LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Donna R. Corcoran handle?
Donna R. Corcoran focuses on medical malpractice. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Massachusetts.
Where did Donna R. Corcoran go to law school?
Donna R. Corcoran earned their education at (J.D., 1985); (BA, 1974).
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What awards or recognition has Donna R. Corcoran received?
Donna R. Corcoran's notable recognition includes: Best Lawyers in America — Medical Malpractice Law - Plaintiffs.

Education

J.D.
Suffolk University
- 1985
BA
Stonehill College
- 1974

Awards

Best Lawyers in America — Medical Malpractice Law - Plaintiffs
- 2026

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