Atty. Donna Russo
Donna Russo is a lawyer practicing nursing home abuse and neglect, civil litigation, long term disability insurance and 5 other areas of law. Donna received a B.S. degree from Fairleigh Dickinson University in 1977, and has been licensed for 45 years.
Civil Litigation & More Attorney · Serving Hackensack, NJ · 45+ Years Experience
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About Donna Russo at a Glance
Donna Russo is a Member based in Hackensack, New Jersey, practicing at Russo & Kieck. They have 45+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1981. Their practice focuses on discrimination, personal injury, ssd, nursing home, and litigation. Admitted to practice in New Jersey (1981) and New York (1988). Educated at Villanova University (J.D., 1981) and Fairleigh Dickinson University (B.S., 1977). Active member of Bergen County, New Jersey State and American Bar Associations. Serves clients in Hackensack, NJ and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Donna Russo
- Donna Russo is a lawyer practicing nursing home abuse and neglect, civil litigation, long term disability insurance and 5 other areas of law
- Donna received a B.S. degree from Fairleigh Dickinson University in 1977, and has been licensed for 45 years
- Donna practices at Russo & Kieck in Hackensack, NJ
Practice Areas Explained
Donna Russo's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Donna Russo handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Hackensack.
Workplace Discrimination in Hackensack
Donna Russo is one of 7,049 discrimination attorneys indexed nationally. Browse discrimination attorneys in New Jersey →
Personal Injury in Hackensack
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.
Donna Russo is one of 262,557 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in New Jersey →
Social Security Disability in Hackensack
SSDI and SSI attorneys for disability claims, denied benefits, and Social Security appeals.
Donna Russo is one of 26,311 ssd attorneys indexed nationally. Browse ssd attorneys in New Jersey →
Nursing Home Abuse & Neglect in Hackensack
Donna Russo is one of 5,947 nursing home attorneys indexed nationally. Browse nursing home attorneys in New Jersey →
Civil Litigation in Hackensack
Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
Donna Russo is one of 450,750 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in New Jersey →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Hackensack
Practicing law in New Jersey. Legal matters in New Jersey are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Hackensack are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate New Jersey state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in New Jersey 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 Jersey courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
Hackensack Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Hackensack-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.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Hackensack Choose Donna Russo
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 Donna Russo's practice in the field of discrimination, personal injury, ssd, nursing home, and litigation.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Donna Russo brings 45+ 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 Jersey and New York, Donna Russo can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering discrimination, personal injury, and ssd, Donna Russo can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Hackensack
A Hackensack-based practice means Donna Russo attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
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Common Legal Issues Donna Russo Handles in Hackensack
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Donna Russo has experience with under New Jersey law. If your situation involves one of these case categories, this attorney may be well positioned to help you understand your options.
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