Lauren "Lawren" Donahue
Charles Donahue
…“POWERFUL” … and “EASY TO TALK WITH.”
That’s how the best trial lawyer of all time (Gerry Spence) described Charlie Donahue.
We don't get paid until you win.
Free Consultation“It never gets old handing our client a big settlement check.”- Charlie Donahue
We handle all types of personal injury cases throughout New Hampshire and beyond.
It is not too much to expect people to follow the rules of safety - on our roadways, at work, or in our hospitals.
There is no real justice that could replace a loved one - but justice still needs to be served.
Many problems are systemic - the business of running a hospital too often conflicts with patient care.
Founder & Lead Attorney
A people person with street smarts and common sense. You’ll also be in the hands of a Phi Beta Kappa scholar - the nation’s most prestigious academic honor society. Rated Greater Keene’s Best Attorney year after year, Charlie has fought for NH injury victims for over 43 years. Read what some of the country’s best trial lawyers say →
Injury Lawyer
Fast developing a reputation in the courtroom as feisty, tough and fair. Silver medalist, 2025 Keene Sentinel Readers' Choice - Best Injury Lawyers. Known for listening deeply and advocating fiercely for every client.
Recognition earned over four decades of trial work.
Graduate, 2012 — Thunderhead Ranch, Dubois, Wyoming. Charlie’s most treasured distinction: six weeks of hands-on training with legendary trial lawyer Gerry Spence and the country’s finest trial attorneys.
Senior Fellow — a highly selective trial-lawyer honorary society. Membership is limited to roughly one-half of one percent of American lawyers.
Member of one of the most prestigious groups of trial lawyers in the country — fewer than one percent of U.S. attorneys qualify.
AV Preeminent Rated — the highest peer rating for legal ability and ethical standards.
Rated 10.0 “Superb” — Avvo’s top rating for experience, recognition, and professional conduct.
"Charlie a people person and someone I’ve felt comfortable turning to over the years. He treats you like a friend, not just another client."
"I highly recommend Donahue Law Firm. Charlie called me personally about my case. He’s professional, knowledgeable, experienced, compassionate, prepared, and straight forward. He was able to educate me a lot on the facts about my case, and happily answered all questions I had. This law firm is passionate about their work and helping their clients and the community. I recommend working with them. They will offer compassion and professionalism as they guide you through the process and what to do."
"Charlie was extremely helpful and knowledgeable. He guided myself and my husband in the direction that was best for us at this time."
"I’ve only had to call a lawyer Luckily, a handful of times in my life. What i do know is out of the handful, ive had the most excellent legal advice and consultation over the phone I have ever had. Charlie’s been doing this a very long time. I still remember when I was in school and he came in for a presentation in my law class over 30 years ago. Very knowledgeable and is easy to talk to. Highly recommend."
Contact us and we will personally evaluate your case for free.
We don't get paid until you win.