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Donahue Fitzgerald Adds Fennemore Craig Real Estate Atty
Excerpted from the article: “East Bay law firm Donahue Fitzgerald LLP said it has hired an Oakland, California-based Fennemore Craig PC attorney as a partner in its real estate group… “I’m an East Bay-centric guy. Donahue has deep roots in the East Bay. That alignment made this a natural next chapter for me. It’s a […]
Wixen sues Meta, claims mass music copyright infringement
Excerpted from the article: “Meta Platforms Inc. is facing a sweeping lawsuit by Wixen Music Publishing Inc., which alleges the social media company willfully infringed thousands of copyrighted works and used defamatory, “strong-arm” tactics to devalue human-generated music. The complaint filed in the Central District of California seeks at least $70 million in damages and […]
Donahue Fitzgerald Welcomes Experienced East Bay Real Estate Lawyer Mark Epstein as Partner
“Few people know the ins and outs of East Bay real estate like Mark. He’s been thriving in this market for decades, and we couldn’t be happier to have him join our ranks,” said Donahue Fitzgerald Managing Partner Andrew MacKay. “Mark’s addition deepens our Real Estate practice and further solidifies our standing as the Easy […]
Associates Megan C. Cronin and Julia K. Martinez Join Donahue Fitzgerald
Megan C. Cronin is an Associate in our Music and Entertainment, Litigation, and Business and Corporate practices. Megan serves clients by drafting and reviewing producer agreements, guest artist agreements and a range of licensing agreements. She holds a B.A. from Sacramento State University and earned her J.D. from Saint Louis University School of Law. Julia […]
Donahue Fitzgerald Ranked #1 in San Francisco Business Times’ Biggest East Bay Law Firm List
This recognition reinforces the firm’s positive growth trajectory and its trusted reputation for exceptional legal service throughout the region. This list highlights the 35 largest law firms in the East Bay, employing nearly 700 local attorneys across Alameda and Contra Costa counties. These firms collectively shape the region’s legal landscape, and Donahue Fitzgerald stands at the […]
Donahue Fitzgerald Launches Wildfire Defense Practice as Fire Litigation Grows
Excerpted from the article: “Relentless wildfires across the West, particularly in drought-stricken California, have transformed catastrophic fire events from a seasonal anomaly to a grim reality. In response, the Bay Area law firm Donahue Fitzgerald LLP has launched a dedicated Wildfire Litigation Defense Practice Group focused on defending clients against high-stakes claims arising from major […]
Action Required: California “Know Your Rights” Template Now Available
What is the Notice? The Workplace Know Your Rights Act (SB 294), enacted last year, requires CA employers to provide an annual notice to employees (and to new employees upon hire) regarding certain workplace rights, new legal developments, and enforcement agencies. The template notice for 2026 has been made available on the DIR website, and […]
Donahue Fitzgerald Launches Dedicated Wildfire Litigation Practice: East Bay’s Largest Law Firm Takes on Growing Need to Defend Large Wildfire Cases in California and Beyond
In California alone, the 2024 wildfire season incurred billions in losses for property, income and infrastructure. The Donahue Fitzgerald Wildfire Litigation Defense team has experience with the wide range of clients impacted by the growing risk and veracity of these disasters, including vegetation management, telecommunications and utility construction companies in California, Texas, Washington and Colorado, […]
Donahue Fitzgerald Attorneys Recognized as AV Preeminent on Martindale-Hubbell®
Lawrence K. Rockwell, Partner Kristin A. Pace, Partner Merrill J. Schwartz, Of Counsel Mary R. Rudser, Of Counsel Michael M.K. Sebree, Partner Denae Budde, Partner Dawn Newton, Partner David A. Stein, Of Counsel Jonathan N. Osder, Of Counsel Jonathan M. Wong, Of Counsel Beginning in 1868, Martindale-Hubbell is a leading global network on over one […]
Donahue Fitzgerald Advises Norton Packaging in Significant Investment by Platinum Equity
Platinum Equity’s investment in Norton marks a significant milestone for the Hayward, California-based company. Founded in 1901, Norton specializes in high-quality plastic pails and rigid packaging used across diverse markets including paints and coatings, chemicals, food products, lubricants, and more. The investment supports Norton’s next phase of growth, including continued product innovation and potential expansion […]