- Child Abuse
- Criminal DefenseClick on one of our attorney profiles below to learn more about Eagan & Donohue’s work and history of law practice in personal injury, litigation, estate planning, probate, real estate, business, and criminal matters.
- DUI/DWIThe criminal and DUI legal team at Eagan & Donohue believes that every person deserves experienced, compassionate legal counsel. When the government arrests you, state and federal prosecutors have the resources to convince a jury that you are guilty. We are committed to defending your case and keeping you out of jail.
- Wrongful DeathThe legal team at Eagan & Donohue has handled numerous wrongful death matters. We have represented many individuals injured in automobile and motorcycle accidents; as the result of a fall, from a dog bite, and those otherwise injured as the result of someone’s negligence. Representative injuries include scarring, knee, back, neck, collarbone, bone and joint, eye, orthopedic, spinal cord, brain, head and other injuries. Our team has handled catastrophic and life-altering injuries, as well as soft tissue injuries resulting from low-impact accidents.
- Sex CrimesJuvenile law cases such as those involving underage drinking (minor in possession), drug-related offenses, vandalism, violence, and sex crime cases;
- Fraud
- Theft
- Misdemeanors
- Embezzlement
- Assault
- Juvenile Crimes
- Shoplifting
- Prostitution
- Corporate Law
- Business FormationIn addition to our business formation and planning experience, Eagan & Donohue is proud to be a commercial litigation law firm that handles both plaintiff and defense cases from the initial consultation to a jury verdict and any subsequent appeal. We handle cases in both state and federal court. This unique dual experience provides our legal team with a strong grasp of the issues and needs facing both sides, and better prepares us to negotiate beneficial settlements and facilitate workouts. In the event that settlement discussions are unsuccessful, we look forward to representing plaintiffs or defendants at trial.
- Business DisputesHe has practiced law at the state and federal levels, providing advocacy and advice on matters in areas ranging from probate, real estate and estate planning to civil rights, criminal, motor vehicle, business law and beyond.
- Limited Liability CompaniesStarting a business requires careful planning. The business legal team at Eagan & Donohue has extensive experience in helping entrepreneurs choose the proper legal structure for their businesses. During the initial consultation, we learn about your business goals and explain the benefits and limitations of C Corporations, S Corporations, Limited Liability Companies, Limited Liability Partnerships, General Partnerships, 501(c)(3) Non-Profit Organizations, and Sole Proprietorships. For most of these business entities, we offer a fixed-fee package.
- Employment ContractPreparing and reviewing commercial real estate leases, shareholder agreements, employment contracts, non-compete agreements, and confidentiality agreements;
- Non-compete Agreement
- Real Estate LitigationPractice Areas: Probate Law, Trusts and Estates, Commercial and Residential Real Estate Matters; Zoning and Tax Appeals.
- Real Estate TransactionsThe commercial real estate transaction legal team at Eagan & Donohue has provided support to many buyers and sellers conducting real estate transactions in the commercial setting. We have handled numerous commercial real estate transactions efficiently and effectively to achieve what was in the best interest of our clients.
- Land Use and Zoning
- Property DamageThe professionals at Eagan & Donohue understand what you are going through. You have questions about the worth of your claim and how long it will take to get a fair outcome such as a settlement. Our team will give you straight, simple answers about medical payments coverage, property damage, and lost wages, as well as assist you in completing any necessary paperwork.
- Personal InjuryPrior to and after filing a lawsuit, the Eagan & Donohue team thoroughly investigates the personal injury claims: they obtain information such as relevant context about culpable parties, the list of all injuries, and, ultimately, case value. Our staff also meets to discuss the merits of the case with the client. All of the information that we have uncovered is then used to determine the fair value of a matter. We also analyze the facts of other similar cases to identify trends and issues resulting in favorable and unfavorable verdicts. Our research allows us either to present a case to the jury from a position of strength or to engage in serious pre-trial settlement discussions. Eagan & Donohue is equipped to handle cases in both state and federal court.
- Social Security DisabilityEagan Donohue Attorneys at Law’s Connecticut social security disability lawyers have helped many of their clients receive social security disability (SSDI) benefits. Social security benefits are the light at the end of the tunnel after decades of work and thousands of dollars of your hard earned money earmarked toward the overarching government fund. However, social security does not only pertain to retirees, but is additionally set up to assist those who have received terrible injuries or been subject to a longlasting illness. Social security disability requires a knowledgeable expert to assist you in navigating through the government red tape.
- Estate PlanningThe estate planning legal team at Eagan & Donohue is experienced in the nuances of Connecticut estate planning and is led by an attorney with over 36 years of experience in this area.
- Wills
- Trusts
- Power of AttorneyAs indispensable parts of the estate planning process, our clients typically receive recommendations to obtain a will, living will, health care appointment, and a power of attorney and to appoint a conservator for future incapacity. Of these, a will is the most crucial document. This is because a will permits you to, among many other things, make specific gifts, appoint guardians, create trusts for children, minimize taxes, and appoint an executor and trustee to manage all these matters. Comparatively, a living will provides important medical direction for your care regarding life support. Further, a power of attorney appoints someone else as your agent with authority to manage your affairs during your lifetime.
- ProbatePractice Areas: State and Federal Civil and Criminal Litigation, Personal Injury, Civil Rights, Employment, Construction and Contract claims, Probate Law and Probate Litigation, Commercial and Residential Real Estate Matters and Corporate Law.
- Tax LawOur services may include initiating the probate matter, gathering information as to the assets for an inventory, as to debts and creditors for the return of claims, information for tax returns, and, ultimately, information to facilitate distribution. We frequently work and coordinate with family accountants who have been involved in the financial matters over the years to efficiently move an estate through the probate process and navigate tax issues.