Kimberley Ann Donohue, Criminal Defense Attorney in San Diego, California
Over 22 years of legal practice · focused on Criminal Defense and Litigation
Associate, Litigation DepartmentatPaul Hastings LLP
San Diego, CA
Practicing criminal defense in San Diego since 2004.
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Kimberley Ann Donohue is an associate, litigation department based in San Diego, CA. The practice focuses on Criminal Defense and Litigation. Kimberley has over 22 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Paul Hastings LLP.
- Based in
- San Diego, CA
- Experience
- over 22 years
- Known for
- Criminal Defense · Litigation
- Handles Criminal Defense and Litigation matters from San Diego, CA.
- Over 22 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Kimberley Ann Donohue: Kimberley Ann Donohue is an associate, litigation department based in San Diego, CA. The practice focuses on Criminal Defense and Litigation. Kimberley has over 22 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Paul Hastings LLP.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Kimberley takes on
Kimberley concentrates on criminal defense and litigation. Each area below outlines the kind of case Kimberley handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Criminal Defense cases in San Diego, California
Kimberley takes criminal defense matters in San Diego, California. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Kimberley agrees to represent you.
Litigation cases in San Diego, California
Kimberley takes litigation matters in San Diego, California. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Kimberley agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet Kimberley Ann Donohue — criminal defense lawyer in San Diego
Kimberley Ann Donohue is an associate, litigation department based in San Diego, CA. The practice focuses on Criminal Defense and Litigation. Kimberley has over 22 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Paul Hastings LLP.
Kimberley Ann Donohue is a lawyer practicing securities litigation and enforcement, litigation, criminal law. Kimberley Ann received a B.A. degree from American University in 1999, and has been licensed for 22 years. Kimberley Ann practices at Paul Hastings LLP in San Diego, CA.
Kimberley's approach to criminal defense cases
Kimberley Ann Donohue is a lawyer practicing securities litigation and enforcement, litigation, criminal law. Kimberley Ann received a B.A. degree from American University in 1999, and has been licensed for 22 years. Kimberley Ann practices at Paul Hastings LLP in San Diego, CA.
The kind of cases Kimberley takes
Kimberley reviews new inquiries case-by-case for criminal defense and litigation matters in San Diego and the surrounding California area.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
Vanderbilt University Law School
J.D. · 2004
American University
B.A. · 1999
Jurisdictions
Kimberley's state bar admissions
Oregon
2012 · ACTIVE
California
2006 · ACTIVE
Virginia
2004 · ACTIVE
Kimberley studied at J.D. in Vanderbilt University Law School and B.A. in American University.
Law school and academic background
Kimberley completed J.D. in Vanderbilt University Law School and B.A. in American University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Kimberley runs in California is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Affiliations
Kimberley's professional memberships and bar associations
San Diego County and American Bar Associations State Bar of California Virginia State Bar
membership
Locations
Kimberley Ann Donohue's office in San Diego
Kimberley's primary office is at 4747 Executive Drive, 12th Floor, San Diego, CA, 92121. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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How to hire Kimberley Ann Donohue — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new criminal defense attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Kimberley usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Kimberley charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Kimberley's office.
What to bring to your first meeting
Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; Kimberley will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a criminal defense attorney in San Diego, California
A short list to run through before you commit: How many criminal defense matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?
Fees & payment
Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for Kimberley
Kimberley discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in criminal defense practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every criminal defense matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. Kimberley confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Kimberley's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many criminal defense practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Kimberley Ann Donohue
How much does it cost to hire Kimberley for a criminal defense case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Kimberley walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Kimberley offer a free consultation?
Kimberley charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Kimberley's office. Some criminal defense attorneys offer free consults — check Kimberley's current terms during booking.
How long do criminal defense cases in California typically take?
Simple criminal defense matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Kimberley gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Kimberley take my case if I'm outside San Diego?
Kimberley is licensed in California. Matters governed by California law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Kimberley will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.
What should I bring to my first meeting with Kimberley?
Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Kimberley will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Kimberley accepting new criminal defense clients right now?
Kimberley's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
Criminal Defense attorneys serving San Diego, Los Angeles and San Francisco in California
Kimberley handles criminal defense matters throughout California. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified criminal defense attorneys in that community.
- San Diego16,903 attorneys
- Los Angeles39,975 attorneys
- San Francisco26,380 attorneys
- Sacramento10,561 attorneys
- Irvine6,831 attorneys
- Oakland5,709 attorneys
- San Jose5,009 attorneys
- Palo Alto4,084 attorneys
- Beverly Hills3,348 attorneys
- Newport Beach3,106 attorneys
- Pasadena2,894 attorneys
- Santa Monica2,756 attorneys
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