Tom Donaho is a first-chair litigator with a focus on handling complex commercial disputes in both state and federal court. He has specific experience litigating contract matters, employment actions, regulatory enforcement actions, business torts and real estate disputes. He also has significant experience advising and assisting clients with respect to risk management and compliance issues. As a subject matter expert on indemnity and insurance, Tom is relied upon by clients across the country to develop contracts that serve risk allocation needs through indemnity and insurance protections.
Tom also serves as Pro Bono Coordinator, responsible for administration and supervision of firm pro bono matters. In that role, Tom works with numerous non-profit organizations to facilitate the provision of free legal services to those who need it most.
Litigation
- Lead trial counsel for owners of venture-backed startup company in FTC enforcement and contempt action. Successfully defeated claims and requests for damages asserted by the FTC after two-week trial.
Indemnity and Contractual Risk Management
- Served as indemnity counsel to oilfield exploration and production company in connection with indemnity demands arising from FLSA dispute.
Compliance
- Advised publicly-traded company on necessary elements of comprehensive ethics and compliance program, including with respect to policies, practices and guidelines under the legal, accounting and human resources departments.