Atty. Matthew P. Donelson

Atty. Matthew P. Donelson

Matthew P. Donelson is a lawyer practicing general liability, labor & employment, toxic tort and 4 other areas of law.

Wilmington Wilmington 27 yrs experience 27 year
Call (302) 600-4339 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About Matthew P. Donelson at a glance

Matthew P. Donelson is a personal injury, employment, class action, and product liability attorney based in Wilmington, Delaware. They have 27+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1999. Admitted to practice in Pennsylvania (1999), New Jersey (1999), Delaware (2002), and New York (2015). Educated at Villanova University School of Law (J.D., 1999) and Drew University (B.A. History, 1996). Recognitions include Peer Reviewed. Serands clients in Wilmington, DE and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Matthew P. Donelson is a lawyer practicing general liability, labor & employment, toxic tort and 4 other areas of law
  • Matthew received a B.A. degree from Drew University in 1996, and has been licensed for 27 years
  • Matthew practices in Wilmington, DE

Practice Areas Explained

Matthew P. Donelson's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Matthew P. Donelson handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

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.

Matthew P. Donelson is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Delaware →

Employment Law

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

Matthew P. Donelson is one of 169,120 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in Delaware →

Class Action

Matthew P. Donelson is one of 26,424 class action attorneys indexed nationally. Browse class action attorneys in Delaware →

Product Liability

Matthew P. Donelson is one of 66,193 product liability attorneys indexed nationally. Browse product liability attorneys in Delaware →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Delaware

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Matthew P. Donelson

Where is Matthew P. Donelson's law office located?
Matthew P. Donelson's law practice is located in Wilmington, Delaware. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Matthew P. Donelson handle?
Matthew P. Donelson focuses on personal injury, employment, class action, product liability. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Delaware.
How long has Matthew P. Donelson practiced law?
Matthew P. Donelson has 27+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1999.
Where did Matthew P. Donelson go to law school?
Matthew P. Donelson earned their education at (J.D., 1999); (B.A. History, 1996).
How can I contact Matthew P. Donelson for a consultation?
You can contact Matthew P. Donelson 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 Matthew P. Donelson received?
Matthew P. Donelson's notable recognition includes: Peer Reviewed.

Education

J.D.
Villanova University School of Law
- 1999
B.A. History
Drew University
- 1996

Awards

Peer Reviewed

Bar Admissions

Pennsylvania
Admitted: 1999
New Jersey
Admitted: 1999
Delaware
Admitted: 2002
New York
Admitted: 2015

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