Atty. Stephen Henry Donovan

Atty. Stephen Henry Donovan

Mr. Stephen Henry Donovan is a lawyer practicing personal injury, estate planning, family law and 1 other area of law.

Pleasant Hill Pleasant Hill 42 yrs experience 42 year
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Profile Summary

About Stephen Henry Donovan at a glance

Stephen Henry Donovan is a trusts, personal injury, family law, and estate planning attorney based in Pleasant Hill, California. They have 42+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1984. Admitted to practice in California (1984) and District of Columbia (1994). Educated at John F. Kennedy University (J.D., 1983) and Gonzaga University (B.A., 1971). Serands clients in Pleasant Hill, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Mr. Stephen Henry Donovan is a lawyer practicing personal injury, estate planning, family law and 1 other area of law
  • Stephen received a B.A. degree from Gonzaga University in 1971, and has been licensed for 42 years
  • Stephen practices in Pleasant Hill, CA

Practice Areas Explained

Stephen Henry Donovan's Areas of Practice

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

Trusts

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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.

Stephen Henry Donovan is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in California →

Family Law

Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.

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Estate Planning & Probate

An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.

Stephen Henry Donovan is one of 226,537 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in California →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in California

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Stephen Henry Donovan

Where is Stephen Henry Donovan's law office located?
Stephen Henry Donovan's law practice is located in Pleasant Hill, California. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Stephen Henry Donovan handle?
Stephen Henry Donovan focuses on trusts, personal injury, family law, estate planning. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Stephen Henry Donovan practiced law?
Stephen Henry Donovan has 42+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1984.
Where did Stephen Henry Donovan go to law school?
Stephen Henry Donovan earned their education at (J.D., 1983); (B.A., 1971).
How can I contact Stephen Henry Donovan for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
John F. Kennedy University
- 1983
B.A.
Gonzaga University
- 1971

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1984
District of Columbia
Admitted: 1994

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