Practice Areas
Our practices are focused on client service. From emerging areas of the law to the most prominent legal specializations, we have the experience and knowledge to solve our clients' complex business and legal issues cost-effectively.
While representing its clients aggressively, the firm seeks out efficient solutions to the legal and financial problems that arise out of insolvencies. Because insolvencies frequently involve other legal disciplines, our insolvency attorneys routinely draw…
Donahue Fitzgerald specializes in advising public and private companies, from high-tech start-ups to Fortune 500 companies, regarding corporate transactions, institutional and venture financings, and commercial matters. Our attorneys represent clients in the formation, financing,…
Commercial and Residential Construction Our attorneys have successfully represented clients in transactions and claims including: Construction defects Schedule delay, disruption, and acceleration Mechanic’s liens, stop notices and bonds Insurance coverage Construction risk management We…
We focus on practical and comprehensive approaches to compliance, risk assessment, contract revisions, and public-facing communications. Our clients include sellers of Internet-connected products, technology platforms, subscription-based services, hospitality businesses, retailers, artists and entertainers, and…
California’s management leaders confront the considerable challenge of complying with employment laws on a daily basis. Regular changes in California and federal laws continue to expand employee rights and create additional liabilities for employers, requiring businesses and public enterprises to manage…
On behalf of our clients, we provide annual regulatory compliance services like Franchise Disclosure Document maintenance and exemption guidance, and ongoing business advice regarding structuring or restructuring franchise systems, loyalty programs, and major promotions….
Donahue Fitzgerald’s Immigration Law attorneys advise and represent domestic and international companies that are hiring aliens to work in the United States, transferring U.S. personnel abroad, or employing foreign nationals to work outside of…
Donahue Fitzgerald combines expertise and passion to provide the best service to our clients in all areas of intellectual property (IP), including trademark, copyright, and patent protection. We specialize in licensing and legal services…
For more than a century, our litigators have provided excellent representation, marked by sensitivity and responsiveness to our clients’ goals. Our experience and depth enable us to take cases through trial and appeal, but…
Our Music and Entertainment practice offers a full slate of legal and business counseling services that address the needs of artists at every stage of their careers, from emerging talent to internationally renowned acts….
We are surrounded by wonderful nonprofits working hard to create opportunities, facilitate growth, and bring together the Bay Area’s diverse communities. Our nonprofit attorneys are also aware that nonprofit organizations must navigate unique legal…
Donahue Fitzgerald specializes in representing property owners, users, developers, lenders, and investors in commercial, office, residential, and mixed-use projects throughout the United States. We also represent investors, lenders, and borrowers in real estate financing…
Our tax attorneys represent clients in all aspects of estate and gift taxation, corporate, partnership, trust, fiduciary and individual federal and state income taxation, as well as sales and use taxation, ERISA and executive…
Estate Planning We assist individual clients and multigenerational families, as well as blended and LGBT families with all aspects of estate planning. The planning process may involve the preparation of living trusts and wills,…