1. EDUCATION
Loyola Marymount University, 1984 – Bachelor in Business Administration
Loyola Law School, 1987 – Juris Doctor
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
John P. Donovan is the founding partner of the Austin office for the law firm of Koeller, Nebeker,
Carlson & Haluck, LLP. Mr. Donovan is licensed to practice law in both the State of Texas and
the State of California. Mr. Donovan is dedicated to the aggressive, service oriented practice of
law with the highest standards of ethical responsibility.
Mr. Donovan’s practice is concentrated in the defense of Developers, Home Builders,
Construction companies, Government Agencies, School Districts and individuals in litigation, tort
actions, personal injury, wrongful death actions, construction defect, employment, civil rights and
automobile/premises liability cases. Mr. Donovan specializes in handling unique and complex
cases, which require creative problem-solving and an aggressive approach to litigation in order to
achieve his client’s goals. His trial experience has dealt with personal injuries, contractual
disputes, construction defects, product and civil-rights violations. His practice includes hundreds
of mediations and arbitrations, as well as Federal and Superior Court law and motion.
Mr. Donovan has been able to combine his passion for the law with his business acumen when
working with clients to reduce their liability exposure. He has experience in performing litigation
case handling reviews; budgets; and risk evaluation. He has had the opportunity to produce and
conduct risk management seminars for employees and management; and to create procedures for
implementation in the day-to-day operations of his clients.
Mr. Donovan’s family has been in the Golf Course Management business for over forty years and
he enjoys golfing with friends and family. He is active in his church and community teaching and
working with youth.
BAR AND COURT ADMISSIONS
State Bar of California, 1987, Member No. 131929
OFFICES IN
IRVINE, CALIFORNIA
(949) 864-3400
SAN DIEGO, CALIFORNIA
(619) 233-1600
PHOENIX, ARIZONA
(602) 256-0000
LAS VEGAS, NEVADA
(702) 853-5500
SACRAMENTO, CALIFORNIA
(916) 724-5700
ORLANDO, FLORIDA
(407) 345-5501
AUSTIN, TEXAS
(512) 795-4721
John P Donovan
PARTNER
John.donovan@knchlaw.com
Main Line: (512) 795-4721
Direct Line: (512) 795-4723

2. State Bar of Texas, 2014, Member No. 24091060
U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit, 2014
U.S. District Court, Central District of California, 1988