Atty. Stephen R. McDonnell

Atty. Stephen R. McDonnell

Stephen R. McDonnell is a lawyer practicing civil litigation, corporate litigation, environmental litigation and 3 other areas of law.

West Chester West Chester 32 yrs experience 32 year
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Profile Summary

About Stephen R. McDonnell at a glance

Stephen R. McDonnell is a Member based in West Chester, Pennsylvania, practicing at Gawthrop Greenwood, PC. They have 32+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1994. Their practice focuses on personal injury, employment, business, breach of contract, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Pennsylvania (1994) and New Jersey (1995). Educated at Widener University School of Law (J.D., 1994) and Drexel University (B.S., 1990). Recognitions include Peer Reviewed. Active member of Philadelphia, Chester County, Pennsylvania and American Bar Associations. Serands clients in West Chester, PA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Stephen R. McDonnell is a lawyer practicing civil litigation, corporate litigation, environmental litigation and 3 other areas of law
  • Stephen received a B.S. degree from Drexel University in 1990, and has been licensed for 32 years
  • Stephen practices at Gawthrop Greenwood, PC in West Chester, PA

Practice Areas Explained

Stephen R. McDonnell's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Stephen R. McDonnell 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.

Stephen R. McDonnell is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Pennsylvania →

Employment Law

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

Stephen R. McDonnell is one of 169,120 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in Pennsylvania →

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

Stephen R. McDonnell is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Pennsylvania →

Breach of Contract

Stephen R. McDonnell is one of 5,938 breach of contract attorneys indexed nationally. Browse breach of contract attorneys in Pennsylvania →

Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

Stephen R. McDonnell is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Pennsylvania →

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 West Chester 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 Stephen R. McDonnell

Where is Stephen R. McDonnell's law office located?
Stephen R. McDonnell's law practice is located in West Chester, Pennsylvania. The firm is Gawthrop Greenwood, PC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Stephen R. McDonnell handle?
Stephen R. McDonnell focuses on personal injury, employment, business, breach of contract, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Pennsylvania.
How long has Stephen R. McDonnell practiced law?
Stephen R. McDonnell has 32+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1994.
Where did Stephen R. McDonnell go to law school?
Stephen R. McDonnell earned their education at (J.D., 1994); (B.S., 1990).
How can I contact Stephen R. McDonnell for a consultation?
You can contact Stephen R. McDonnell 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 Stephen R. McDonnell received?
Stephen R. McDonnell's notable recognition includes: Peer Reviewed.

Education

J.D.
Widener University School of Law
- 1994
B.S.
Drexel University
- 1990

Awards

Peer Reviewed

Bar Admissions

Pennsylvania
Admitted: 1994
New Jersey
Admitted: 1995

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