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Donohue Brown Smyth LLC

Main Office: 140 South Dearborn Street, Suite 800 | Chicago | IL | 60603

Phone: 312-422-0900 | Fax: 312-422-0909

Website: https://dbs-law.com/

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Year of establishment
1995

Number of partners
13

Number of offices
1

Partner to associate ratio
0.80

Biggest office
Chicago

Number of attorneys
37

Number of associates
16

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Reviewed on May 19, 2024

Former Employee Mr. San Francisco

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Current Employee, more than 5 yearsGreat place to workMid Level Associate Attorney in Chicago, ILRecommendProsGreat experience in wide variety of litigation tasks and trial workConsLow pay, high associate turnover

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Last Year at Employer:
2022

Job type:
Full time

Length of Employment:
10+ years

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Overview

Headline: Donohue Brown Mathewson & Smyth: Skilled Litigators Providing Winning Outcomes For attorneys looking to join a successful law firm in the Bay Area, look no further than Donohue Brown Mathewson & Smyth LLC. Since 1995, the firm has provided top-notch defense for automotive, pharmaceutical and other businesses in high-stakes mass tort and product liability cases. The firm has a reputation for playing by the rules, while delivering formidable defense and winning outcomes. The attorneys at Donohue Brown Mathewson & Smyth have a fundamental understanding of the role litigation plays as part of any business. They are skilled in the courtroom and have tried hundreds of cases, all while offering their clients the best defense possible. The firm’s focus on defending business has made them a respected name in the legal field. Attorneys who join Donohue Brown Mathewson & Smyth can expect to benefit from their expertise in the courtroom, as well as their understanding of business and litigation. The firm provides an atmosphere of collaboration and teamwork, allowing attorneys to take part in every step of the process. This can include everything from legal research and drafting motions to attending court hearings and settlement negotiations. The attorneys at Donohue Brown Mathewson & Smyth are also provided with the resources to ensure their success. The firm has access to an extensive network of resources, including expert witnesses, legal research databases, and professional contacts. This allows attorneys to provide the best representation for their clients. Attorneys who join Donohue Brown Mathewson & Smyth can expect to learn from experienced litigators and gain invaluable experience in the courtroom. The firm provides its attorneys with the support and resources they need to be successful, while offering a competitive salary and benefits package. This makes Donohue Brown Mathewson & Smyth an attractive option for attorneys looking to join a successful law firm in the Bay Area.

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Donohue Brown Smyth LLC practices law in the following areas and works with its clients to provide the best possible legal solutions.

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