Robert F. "Bob" Donnelly, General Attorney in Glen Allen, Virginia
focused on General, Medical Malpractice, and Personal Injury
Glen Allen, VA
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Robert F. "Bob" Donnelly is an attorney based in Glen Allen, VIRGINIA. The practice focuses on General, Medical Malpractice, and Personal Injury. Currently practicing at Goodman Allen Donnelly PLLC.
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- Glen Allen, VIRGINIA
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- General · Medical Malpractice · Personal Injury
- Handles General, Medical Malpractice, and Personal Injury matters from Glen Allen, VIRGINIA.
- Recognized with Lawyer of the Year — Medical Malpractice Law - Defendants (Richmond) (2024).
About Robert F. "Bob" Donnelly: Robert F. "Bob" Donnelly is an attorney based in Glen Allen, VIRGINIA. The practice focuses on General, Medical Malpractice, and Personal Injury. Currently practicing at Goodman Allen Donnelly PLLC.
Areas of practice
Practice areas handled by Robert F. "Bob" Donnelly
Robert concentrates on general, medical malpractice, and personal injury. Each area below outlines the kind of case Robert handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
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Medical Malpractice
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Personal Injury
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General cases in Glen Allen, Virginia
Robert takes general matters in Glen Allen, Virginia. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Robert agrees to represent you.
Medical Malpractice cases in Glen Allen, Virginia
Robert takes medical malpractice matters in Glen Allen, Virginia. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Robert agrees to represent you.
Personal Injury cases in Glen Allen, Virginia
Robert takes personal injury matters in Glen Allen, Virginia. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Robert agrees to represent you.
Biography
About Robert F. "Bob" Donnelly — Attorney of Virginia general experience
Robert F. "Bob" Donnelly is an attorney based in Glen Allen, VIRGINIA. The practice focuses on General, Medical Malpractice, and Personal Injury. Currently practicing at Goodman Allen Donnelly PLLC.
Bob Donnelly is a founding member of Goodman Allen Donnelly PLLC and has devoted more than three decades to trial advocacy on behalf of defendants in complex civil litigation. Based in Glen Allen, Virginia, his practice centers on defending physicians, hospitals, and other health care professionals in medical malpractice matters in Virginia state and federal courts. Over the course of his career, Bob has represented hundreds of health care providers and has taken more than 70 jury trials to verdict.
Bob’s trial work includes numerous high‑exposure medical malpractice cases, with defense verdicts reported by Virginia Lawyers Weekly over many consecutive years. In one calendar year alone, he tried six significant cases to verdict, including several matters involving substantial claimed damages. His courtroom experience also extends to defending attorneys in professional malpractice law matters and representing defendants in personal injury litigation, as well as handling commercial litigation disputes for small businesses.
Bob’s work has been acknowledged by peer‑review publications and professional organizations, including recognition in Best Lawyers in America for Medical Malpractice Defense, U.S. News and World Report and Best Lawyers Magazine, Virginia’s “Legal Elite” in civil litigation by Virginia Business Magazine, and inclusion in Virginia Super Lawyers for Medical Malpractice Defense. He is a Fellow of the Litigation Counsel of America and is frequently invited to speak on health care liability and litigation issues.
Bob Donnelly’s recognized practice areas include Medical Malpractice Law – Defendants, Personal Injury Litigation – Defendants, and Professional Malpractice Law – Defendants. He continues to focus his practice on representing defendants throughout Virginia from his office in Glen Allen at Goodman Allen Donnelly PLLC.
How Robert handles general matters
Bob Donnelly is a founding member of Goodman Allen Donnelly PLLC and has devoted more than three decades to trial advocacy on behalf of defendants in complex civil litigation. Based in Glen Allen, Virginia, his practice centers on defending physicians, hospitals, and other health care professionals in medical malpractice matters in Virginia state and federal courts. Over the course of his career,…
The kind of cases Robert takes
Robert reviews new inquiries case-by-case for general, medical malpractice, and personal injury matters in Glen Allen and the surrounding Virginia area.
Credentials
Robert F. "Bob" Donnelly's legal education and bar admissions
Columbus School of Law
J.D. · 1988
University of Virginia
B.A. · 1983
Jurisdictions
Robert's state bar admissions
Virginia, Virginia S
ACTIVE
Robert studied at J.D. in Columbus School of Law and B.A. in University of Virginia.
Law school and academic background
Robert completed J.D. in Columbus School of Law and B.A. in University of Virginia. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Robert runs in Virginia is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Awards, publications, and recognition of Robert F. "Bob" Donnelly
Robert has received 7 formal recognitions from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
Lawyer of the Year — Medical Malpractice Law - Defendants (Richmond)
2024
Lawyer of the Year — Medical Malpractice Law - Defendants (Richmond)
2018
Best Lawyers in America — Medical Malpractice Law - Defendants
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Personal Injury Litigation - Defendants
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Professional Malpractice Law - Defendants
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Medical Malpractice Law
2026
Legal awards and honors
Lawyer of the Year — Medical Malpractice Law - Defendants (Richmond) (2024). Lawyer of the Year — Medical Malpractice Law - Defendants (Richmond) (2018). Best Lawyers in America — Medical Malpractice Law - Defendants (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Personal Injury Litigation - Defendants (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Professional Malpractice Law - Defendants (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice: (2026).
Locations
Robert F. "Bob" Donnelly's office in Glen Allen
Robert's primary office is at 4050 Innslake Drive, Suite 200, Glen Allen, Virginia, 23060. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Goodman Allen Donnelly PLLC
4050 Innslake Drive, Suite 200
Glen Allen, Virginia 23060
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How to hire Robert F. "Bob" Donnelly — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new general attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Robert usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Robert charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Robert'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; Robert will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a general attorney in Glen Allen, Virginia
A short list to run through before you commit: How many general 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 Robert
Robert discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in general practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every general 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. Robert confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Robert's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many general practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Robert F. "Bob" Donnelly
How much does it cost to hire Robert for a general case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Robert walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Robert offer a free consultation?
Robert charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Robert's office. Some general attorneys offer free consults — check Robert's current terms during booking.
How long do general cases in Virginia typically take?
Simple general 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. Robert gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Robert take my case if I'm outside Glen Allen?
Robert is licensed in Virginia. Matters governed by Virginia law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Robert 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 Robert?
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. Robert will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Robert accepting new general clients right now?
Robert's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
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