Business Details
7 Years
experience
Trusted Legal Representation in New Brunswick
Donovan Law Group is a boutique law firm owned and operated by Jennifer Donovan, offering specialized legal services in family law, criminal defense, real estate, and mediation. With over 85 years of combined litigation experience across New Brunswick, our team of 30 professionals, including eight lawyers, is recognized for aggressive courtroom representation and successful negotiation in complex cases. We expanded our services to include mediation in 2019 after identifying a need for alternative dispute resolution, complementing our core expertise in high-conflict custody, property division, and support matters.Our practice spans multiple offices in Fredericton, Miramichi, Saint Andrews, and Saint John, serving clients province-wide with bilingual legal services and a commitment to accessibility through same-day appointments and after-hours availability. We prioritize client empowerment, transparency, and tailored strategies to protect financial and parental rights while maintaining a strong track record in appellate courts.
Services
Mediation Services
Family Law
Criminal Defense
Real Estate Law
Wills & Estates
Business Incorporation
Immigration Law
Details
- Year established: 2019
Highlights and features
- We have 85+ years of combined litigation experience in New Brunswick courts
- Our team includes four fully bilingual lawyers for English-French services
- We offer same-day appointments and after-hours availability for urgent needs
- Our mediation services combine courtroom expertise with collaborative solutions
- Recognized leaders in high-conflict custody and complex property division cases
What people say
Exceptional courtroom performance
Responsive same-day appointments
Bilingual service excellence
Successful complex case resolution
Compassionate client support
Services
Family Law
Donovan Law Group provides comprehensive family law services including divorce proceedings, child custody arrangements, and property division. Our team specializes in high-conflict cases and complex support matters, offering both litigation and mediation options. With extensive courtroom experience across New Brunswick, we protect clients' parental and financial rights through tailored legal strategies while maintaining a focus on minimizing emotional stress during separation processes.
Criminal Defense
Our criminal defense practice handles all charges from DUI offenses to serious criminal matters, providing immediate legal representation. The team develops strategic defense approaches through thorough analysis of Crown disclosure, plea negotiations, and trial preparation. With experienced litigators familiar with New Brunswick's legal system, we represent clients in both jury and judge-alone trials while exploring alternative sentencing options where appropriate.
Mediation Services
Mediation services offer alternative dispute resolution outside traditional court proceedings, focusing on collaborative problem-solving. Jennifer Donovan, a trained mediator with litigation expertise, facilitates negotiations in various legal matters while maintaining impartiality. The firm provides flexible scheduling including evenings and weekends, with structured mediation packages designed to reduce costs compared to traditional litigation while maintaining legal rigor in agreement drafting.
Real Estate Law
Real estate law services cover residential and commercial property transactions with particular expertise in separation-related property transfers. Our team handles title transfers, property sales, and business dealings associated with divorce proceedings. With two decades of experience in real estate law, we ensure smooth transactions while addressing complex legal requirements for property division during family law matters.
Wills & Estates
Wills and estates services include creating and updating wills, powers of attorney, and trust arrangements. The firm assists beneficiaries, executors, and trustees with estate administration while addressing complex issues like contested wills and asset protection. Our approach combines legal expertise with compassionate guidance to ensure clients' wishes are properly documented and executed.
People
Jennifer L. Donovan
Founder & Lawyer
Jennifer Donovan established Donovan Law Group in 2019 after 14 years of legal practice. A certified mediator with extensive courtroom experience, she specializes in family law and criminal defense. Recognized nationally for her legal expertise, she leads a team of 30 professionals while maintaining active client representation.
Spencer MacInnis
Lawyer
Spencer MacInnis is a criminal defense attorney known for her courtroom effectiveness. With significant trial experience, she represents clients in serious criminal matters including DUI offenses and complex prosecutions. Clients consistently praise her ability to navigate challenging legal situations with professional excellence.
Questions
What areas of law does J. Donovan Law Group specialize in?
We specialize in family law, criminal defense, real estate law, wills and estates, and mediation services across New Brunswick.
Do you offer bilingual legal services?
Yes, four of our lawyers are fully bilingual, providing services in both English and French.
What makes your mediation services unique?
Our mediation services combine courtroom expertise with flexible scheduling, including evenings and weekends, and structured pricing packages.
How quickly can I get an appointment?
We offer same-day and same-week appointments for urgent legal matters across all our practice areas.
Do you handle cases outside Fredericton?
Yes, we serve clients throughout New Brunswick with offices in Miramichi, Saint Andrews, and Saint John.
What experience do you have with complex family law cases?
Our team has over 85 years of combined litigation experience handling high-conflict custody and complex property division cases.
