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CALIFORNIA & MICHIGAN
Your voice.
Your rights.
Our commitment.
A legal matter is personal. Your representation should be too. Thoughtful counsel and determined advocacy for the moments that matter.
Real people. Real concerns.
A voice in your corner.
INTEGRITY. CLARITY. ADVOCACY.Advocate
for the
People
for the
People
There is a person
behind every case.
California + MichiganLicensed in two states
Admitted in 2010State Bar of California
Independent practice since 2012Personal attention. Clear direction.
01 / HOW WE CAN HELP
Steady guidance.
Where it matters most.
Protecting your home. Planning for the future. Resolving disputes. Start with the issue that brought you here.
The right support
starts with listening.
Every situation has its own facts, priorities, and possibilities. Let’s understand yours.
Talk about your matter COUNSEL WITH A HUMAN PERSPECTIVE01Housing & Property Law
Your home. Your property. Your rights.
Guidance through landlord–tenant disputes, eviction matters, lease issues, and property-related conflicts.
Discuss a housing matter02Civil Litigation
A considered response to a serious dispute.
Representation in civil disputes, with attention to the facts, the available options, and the outcome you are working toward.
Discuss a civil matter03Wills & Trusts
Thoughtful planning for what comes next.
Conversations about your wishes, the people you care about, and the estate-planning documents that may fit your needs.
Discuss your planning needs04Contract Law
A sound foundation for your next move.
Guidance on drafting, reviewing, and interpreting agreements, with attention to your rights, responsibilities, and options when a dispute arises.
Discuss a contract matter05Mediation
Room for dialogue. A path toward resolution.
A structured setting to explore common ground and possible agreements. Ask whether mediation is appropriate and available for your dispute.
Ask about mediationServices and acceptance of a matter depend on jurisdiction, conflicts, and the circumstances of your case.
YOUR ADVOCATE
Donna D. Pettway
Attorney at Law
The law is complex.
Feeling heard
shouldn’t be.
INDEPENDENT COUNSEL. PERSONAL COMMITMENT.Feeling heard
shouldn’t be.
02 / MEET YOUR ATTORNEY
A thoughtful listener.
A determined advocate.
Donna D. Pettway is an attorney with a background in History and Political Science from the University of Michigan, where she graduated with honors in 2002. She pursued her legal education at Southwestern Law School, earning her Juris Doctor in 2008 with a focus on Property Law. While in law school, she clerked at the United States District Court for the Central District and the District Attorney’s Office at Eastlake Juvenile Court. She also contributed to the community by teaching children in the Street Law Clinic and serving as Co-President of BLSA.
After working at a law firm, she realized the need to provide compassionate and effective legal representation, leading her to establish her own practice in 2012. Her firm now handles cases in Employment Law, Property Law, Civil Litigation, and Dependency Law.
JURIS DOCTORSouthwestern Law School
UNDERGRADUATE EDUCATIONUniversity of Michigan
03 / A CLEARER WAY FORWARD
The first step doesn’t
have to feel so hard.
You don’t need to have every answer before you reach out. Begin with a conversation about where you are and what you need.
Find your next stepUnderstand your options.
Discuss whether the firm can assist, what information is needed, and the consultation process and fees.
Choose your next step.
If representation is agreed upon, the scope of work and fee terms are set out before moving forward together.
A LITTLE CLARITY
Good questions.
Straight answers.
A few things to know before
your first conversation.
Do you handle matters in California and Michigan?
Donna D. Pettway is admitted in both states. Whether the office can take your matter depends on its location, subject, any conflicts, and availability. Call to discuss those details.
How do I arrange a consultation?
Call (310) 990-6998 to discuss scheduling. Ask about available telephone, video, or in-person arrangements and the consultation fee before booking.
What should I prepare before calling?
Have the names of the parties, the state and county involved, a brief timeline, and any court dates or deadlines ready. Keep relevant documents available, but wait for instructions before sending confidential material.
What if I have an upcoming court date or deadline?
Call promptly and mention the date at the start of your conversation. A call or voicemail does not mean the firm has accepted your case or will meet a deadline for you. Do not assume that contacting the office changes any deadline.
Does contacting the office make me a client?
No. Representation begins only after the firm has agreed to take your matter and the terms of engagement have been established. Please do not send sensitive or confidential information before receiving instructions.
LET’S FIND YOUR NEXT STEP
You deserve
to be heard.
Tell us where you need support.
We’ll start from there.
California mailing address444 W Ocean Boulevard, Suite 800
Long Beach, CA 90802
Long Beach, CA 90802
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View address on mapA SIMPLE PLACE TO STARTCall to discuss your matter
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- A brief description of your concern
- The names of the people or organizations involved
- Any upcoming dates or deadlines
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