Dawn Newton

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Education & Credentials

University Attended:
University of California, Berkeley, B.A., 1996
Law School Attended:
University of California, Hastings College of the Law, J.D., 2000
Year of First Admission:
2000
Admission:
United States District Court (Northern and Central Districts of California); 2000, California; 2000, California; 2010, Board of Legal Specialization-Certified Legal Specialist, Franchise and Distribution Law, 2010-Present
ISLN:
915205101

Areas of Practice (9)

  • Franchise
  • Intellectual Property
  • Business and Corporate
  • Franchise & Distribution Law Certified Specialist
  • Board of Legal Specialization, State Bar of California
  • Contracts
  • Internet Law
  • Licensing
  • Privacy

Peer Reviews

5.0/5.0 (14 reviews)
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  • Legal Knowledge

    4.9/5.0
  • Analytical Capability

    5.0/5.0
  • Judgment

    5.0/5.0
  • Communication

    5.0/5.0
  • Legal Experience

    5.0/5.0
  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Attorney on 11/15/25 in Franchises and Franchising

    I worked with Dawn in franchising and she is excellent

  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Attorney on 11/29/17 in Franchises and Franchising

    Dawn is an excellent attorney with significant experience in franchising. She has the highest ethical standards.

  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Partner on 11/29/17 in Contracts

    Excellent lawyer in both legal skills and ethical standards.

  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Partner on 11/29/17 in Franchises and Franchising

    Excellent lawyer in both legal skills and ethical standards.

  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Attorney on 11/09/17 in Intellectual Property

  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Attorney on 11/09/17 in Franchises and Franchising

    I have known Dawn Newton for many years. Without hesitation, I would recommend her to any client who would benefit from her expertise.

  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Senior Partner on 10/26/17 in Franchises and Franchising

    Dawn is of the highest caliber in terms of knowledge, skills and ethics.

  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Attorney on 10/26/17 in Franchises and Franchising

    I work with franchise attorneys all over the United States and Dawn is a subject matter expert who consistently produces exceptional work product. She is responsive and incredibly effective.

  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Attorney on 10/26/17 in Franchises and Franchising

  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Partner on 10/26/17 in Franchises and Franchising

    Dawn has been a colleague for many years. I have always found her to be top-notch, both in terms of legal abilities and strategic thinking.

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Dawn Newton: Partner at Donahue Fitzgerald LLP
  • Oakland, CA
    1999 Harrison Street, 25th Floor
    Oakland, CA 94612-3570