About Donald

Donald "Donny" J. Dunn is a seasoned personal injury attorney based in Goldsboro, North Carolina, with over 30 years of knowledge in the area of law. He serves as the Senior Litigation Attorney at Riddle & Brantley, where he focuses on a number of injury claims, which includes medical malpractice, employees' damages, and wrongful death claims. His practice extends during North Carolina, reflecting his commitment to advocating for clients across the state. Born in New Bern, North Carolina, Donny grew up in the small farming network of Olympia in Pamlico County. His early life in a near-knit community instilled in him a robust feel of justice and responsibility.

After graduating from New Bern Senior High School, he pursued higher education on the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. There, he earned his Bachelor of Arts degree, laying a solid basis for his destiny legal career. In 1979, he graduated from the Cumberland School of Law at Samford University in Birmingham, Alabama, and used to be licensed to the North Carolina State Bar the same year. Throughout his career, Donny has treated hundreds of instances, demonstrating his extensive legal know-how. He has participated in more than 60 trials to ruling, which includes each jury and non-jury proceedings. His experience additionally encompasses over 15 instances which have reached the appellate courts of North Carolina.

Notably, his work consists of meaningful instances in wrongful death, medical negligence claims, and class action suits, showcasing his ability to navigate complicated legal challenges. In addition to his legal practice, Donny is actively involved in his community. He and his wife, Terry Cox Dunn, have lived near the sailing village of Oriental in Pamlico County for over 25 years. Together, they have raised 4 grown young people and are proud grandparents to 4 grandchildren. This household-oriented lifestyle displays Donny's commitment to both his private and professional responsibilities. Donny holds a black belt in Taekwondo through the American Taekwondo Association and has taught kickboxing for more than 15 years.

His commitment to health is clear as he continues to participate in a boot camp program in New Bern. As a member of the North Carolina State Bar, he has been acknowledged for his contributions to the legal career. He gives free consultations to prospective clients and accepts credit cards and contingent fees. His workplace is conveniently located at 601 N Spence Ave, Goldsboro, NC 27534, making it available for the ones seeking legal help.

Education

Cumberland School of Law, Samford University

J.D.

1975

University of North Carolina - Chapel Hill

B.A.

1972

Accepted Jurisdictions

North Carolina

Professional Associations

North Carolina State Bar

has membership Current

Office Locations

Main Office

 601 N Spence Ave Goldsboro NC 27534