Atty. Laura E. O'Donnell

Atty. Laura E. O'Donnell

Ms. Laura E.

Austin Austin 30 yrs experience 30 year
Call (737) 325-1447 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About Laura E. O'Donnell at a glance

Laura E. O'Donnell is a Partner based in Austin, Texas, practicing at Haynes and Boone, LLP. They have 30+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1996. Their practice focuses on employment, business, bankruptcy, wage & hour, and whistleblower. Admitted to practice in Texas U.S. Supreme Court U.S. Court of Appeals, Fifth Circuit U.S. District Court, Eastern, Northern (1996). Educated at Baylor University (J.D., 1996) and Trinity University (B.A., 1993). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Austin, TX and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Ms. Laura E. O'Donnell is a lawyer practicing labor and employment, wage and hour litigation, employment litigation and 7 other areas of law
  • Laura E. received a B.A. degree from Trinity University in 1993, and has been licensed for 30 years
  • Laura E. practices at Haynes and Boone, LLP in Austin, TX and 1 other location

Practice Areas Explained

Laura E. O'Donnell's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Laura E. O'Donnell handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

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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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Bankruptcy & Debt

A bankruptcy attorney can help you eliminate debt, stop creditor harassment, and protect your home through Chapter 7 or Chapter 13.

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Wage & Hour Disputes

Laura E. O'Donnell is one of 4,935 wage & hour attorneys indexed nationally. Browse wage & hour attorneys in Texas →

Whistleblower & Retaliation

Laura E. O'Donnell is one of 3,552 whistleblower attorneys indexed nationally. Browse whistleblower attorneys in Texas →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Texas

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Laura E. O'Donnell

Where is Laura E. O'Donnell's law office located?
Laura E. O'Donnell's law practice is located in Austin, Texas. The firm is Haynes and Boone, LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Laura E. O'Donnell handle?
Laura E. O'Donnell focuses on employment, business, bankruptcy, wage & hour, whistleblower. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Texas.
How long has Laura E. O'Donnell practiced law?
Laura E. O'Donnell has 30+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1996.
Where did Laura E. O'Donnell go to law school?
Laura E. O'Donnell earned their education at (J.D., 1996); (B.A., 1993).
How can I contact Laura E. O'Donnell for a consultation?
You can contact Laura E. O'Donnell 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 Laura E. O'Donnell received?
Laura E. O'Donnell's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Baylor University
- 1996
B.A.
Trinity University
- 1993

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Texas U.S. Supreme Court U.S. Court of Appeals, Fifth Circuit U.S. District Court, Eastern, Northern
Admitted: 1996

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