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Nov 13 2025

Senior Counsel Christian R. Jajeh Joins Donahue Fitzgerald

Christian R. Jajeh is Senior Counsel in the firm’s Trusts and Estates practice group, focusing on estate planning, trust and probate administration, and related tax matters. He works closely with individuals and families to develop comprehensive estate plans and guides fiduciaries and beneficiaries through both contested and uncontested trust and estate administrations. Before joining Donahue […]

Nov 6 2025

CPPA Announces $1.35M Fine in Tractor Supply Case: What Every Business Should Learn

The CCPA applies broadly. It covers for-profit businesses that operate in California that either: Earn more than $25 million in annual gross revenues; Buy, sell, or share the personal information of 100,000 or more California residents, households, or devices annually; or Derive at least half of their annual revenue from selling or sharing personal information. […]

Nov 3 2025

Associate Garrett W. Burton Joins Donahue Fitzgerald

Garrett is an associate in the firm’s Construction and Litigation practice groups, with a primary focus on construction defect litigation. He has represented a wide range of clients across the construction industry, including general contractors, subcontractors, and design professionals. His experience spans claims of all sizes from minor cosmetic issues to complex, high-stakes disputes involving […]

Nov 3 2025

Partner Joshua B. Bevitz Joins Donahue Fitzgerald

Joshua concentrates his legal practice on real estate, construction, insurance coverage, and business disputes and litigation.  He has experience litigating cases in both state and federal courts, resolving cases through alternative dispute resolution, and enforcing judgments.  Joshua also advises owners, developers, builders, contractors, and other businesses on contracts and risk assessments. He holds a B.A. […]

Oct 22 2025

Donahue Fitzgerald Adds Former Port of Oakland Director Danny Wan: Deeply Rooted Attorney Continues Focus on Economic Development in Greater East Bay Region

“Danny is highly respected, both domestically and internationally, within the shipping and port industry, and even more critically, he is tremendously well-connected within the greater Bay Area’s public finance and land use arenas – a winning combination for developers and companies looking to move the economic needle in the region,” said Andrew MacKay, Donahue Fitzgerald’s […]

Oct 10 2025

Associate Rachel J. Weinstein Joins Donahue Fitzgerald

Rachel is an associate in the firm’s Corporate and Intellectual Property practice groups, where she focuses on franchise law and a broad range of corporate matters. She advises franchisors on all aspects of franchise system development, disclosure compliance, registration and renewals, and the legal considerations involved in managing and scaling franchise operations. Her work spans […]

Oct 9 2025

Donahue Fitzgerald Advises Hydraulic Controls, Inc. in A&L Hydraulics Inc. Acquisition

This strategic acquisition marks a significant milestone in HCI’s continued growth and commitment to delivering best-in-class hydraulic solutions. By partnering with A&L Hydraulics, HCI strengthens its presence in the Midwest and enhances its ability to serve clients across agriculture, construction, and industrial markets. HCI was represented by Donahue Fitzgerald’s Business and Corporate Group: Kathrin Dimas, […]

Sep 17 2025

Donahue Fitzgerald Advises 2050 Partners, a Decarbonization and Energy Consulting Firm, in West Monroe’s Acquisition

2050 Partners was represented by Donahue Fitzgerald’s Business and Corporate Group: Michael Sebree, Partner Kathrin Dimas, Partner Arun Bose, Associate Greg Cristobal, Paralegal Lucas Sells, Administrative Assistant Read the full press release, West Monroe Acquires 2050 Partners to Strengthen Position on AI-Driven Energy Demand and Clean Energy Transition.

Sep 2 2025

Partner Michael S. Ward Joins Donahue Fitzgerald

Michael Ward is an employment law attorney with over three decades of experience supporting for-profit and nonprofit employers across California. His practice is uniquely positioned at the intersection of legal compliance, organizational leadership, and workforce strategy, making him a trusted resource for executives, in-house counsel, and HR professionals. He provides proactive, management-side legal counsel that […]

Aug 21 2025

Donahue Fitzgerald Attorneys Recognized in the Best Lawyers in America® 2026 Edition

Dawn Newton, Franchise Law Kristin A. Pace, Tax Law Merrill J. Schwartz, Real Estate Since it was first published in 1983, Best Lawyers® has become universally regarded as the definitive guide to legal excellence. Best Lawyers recognitions are compiled based on a comprehensive peer-review survey. About Dawn Newton Dawn is certified as a legal specialist in […]