Atty. Xavier Robert Donaldson

Atty. Xavier Robert Donaldson

Xavier Robert Donaldson is a lawyer practicing criminal defense, entertainment law, business transactions. Xavier received a B.S. degree from St.

New York New York 31 yrs experience 31 year
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About Xavier Robert Donaldson at a glance

Xavier Robert Donaldson is a Sr. Trial Coun. based in New York, New York, practicing at Donaldson, Chilliest & McDaniel, LLP. They have 31+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1995. Their practice focuses on criminal defense, business, and entertainment. Admitted to practice in New York (1995). Educated at Howard University (J.D., 1994) and St. Augustine's College (B.S., 1990). Serands clients in New York, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Xavier Robert Donaldson is a lawyer practicing criminal defense, entertainment law, business transactions
  • Xavier received a B.S. degree from St. Augustine's College in 1990, and has been licensed for 31 years
  • Xavier practices at Donaldson, Chilliest & McDaniel, LLP in New York, NY

Practice Areas Explained

Xavier Robert Donaldson's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Xavier Robert Donaldson handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Criminal Defense

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Business & Corporate Law

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Entertainment & Sports Law

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in New York

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Xavier Robert Donaldson

Where is Xavier Robert Donaldson's law office located?
Xavier Robert Donaldson's law practice is located in New York, New York. The firm is Donaldson, Chilliest & McDaniel, LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Xavier Robert Donaldson handle?
Xavier Robert Donaldson focuses on criminal defense, business, entertainment. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New York.
How long has Xavier Robert Donaldson practiced law?
Xavier Robert Donaldson has 31+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1995.
Where did Xavier Robert Donaldson go to law school?
Xavier Robert Donaldson earned their education at (J.D., 1994); (B.S., 1990).
How can I contact Xavier Robert Donaldson for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Howard University
- 1994
B.S.
St. Augustine's College
- 1990

Bar Admissions

New York
Admitted: 1995

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