Atty. Michael D. Donovan

Atty. Michael D. Donovan

Head Notes Editor, Vermont Law Review, 1983-1984. Author: Notes, "Zoning Variance Administration in Vermont," 8 Vermont Law Review 370.

Malvern Malvern 41 yrs experience 41 year
Call (267) 412-4395 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About Michael D. Donovan at a glance

Michael D. Donovan is a Managing Partner based in Malvern, Pennsylvania, practicing at Donovan Litigation Group, LLC. They have 41+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1985. Their practice focuses on business, class action, litigation, and consumer. Admitted to practice in New York (1985), District of Columbia U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit (1986), U.S. Court of Appeals, Eighth Circuit and U.S. District Court, Southern and Eastern Districts of New (1987), and Pennsylvania (1988). Educated at Vermont Law School (J.D., 1984) and Syracuse University (A.B., 1981). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Malvern, PA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

Head Notes Editor, Vermont Law Review, 1983-1984

Author

Notes, "Zoning Variance Administration in Vermont," 8 Vermont Law Review 370

Co-Author

  • "Preserving Judicial Recourse for Consumers: How to Combat Overreaching Arbitration Clauses," 10 Loyola Consumer L. Rev. 269, 1998
  • Trial Attorney, Securities and Exchange Commission, 1984-1987
  • Former Vice Chair and Member, National Association of Consumer Advocates

Practice Areas Explained

Michael D. Donovan's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Michael D. Donovan handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Business & Corporate Law

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Class Action

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Civil Litigation

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Consumer Protection

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Pennsylvania

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Michael D. Donovan

Where is Michael D. Donovan's law office located?
Michael D. Donovan's law practice is located in Malvern, Pennsylvania. The firm is Donovan Litigation Group, LLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Michael D. Donovan handle?
Michael D. Donovan focuses on business, class action, litigation, consumer. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Pennsylvania.
How long has Michael D. Donovan practiced law?
Michael D. Donovan has 41+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1985.
Where did Michael D. Donovan go to law school?
Michael D. Donovan earned their education at (J.D., 1984); (A.B., 1981).
How can I contact Michael D. Donovan for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Michael D. Donovan received?
Michael D. Donovan's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Vermont Law School
- 1984
A.B.
Syracuse University
- 1981

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

New York
Admitted: 1985
District of Columbia U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit
Admitted: 1986
U.S. Court of Appeals, Eighth Circuit and U.S. District Court, Southern and Eastern Districts of New
Admitted: 1987
Pennsylvania
Admitted: 1988
U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Pennsylvania
Admitted: 1991
U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 1992
U.S. Court of Appeals, Second Circuit
Admitted: 1993
U.S. Court of Appeals, Tenth Circuit
Admitted: 1993
U.S. Court of Appeals, Third Circuit
Admitted: 1994
U.S. District Court, Middle District of Pennsylvania
Admitted: 2011
U.S. District Court, Western District of Pennsylvania
Admitted: 2015

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