Stonegate Firm's Attorney
Meet Our Chief Legal Officer
Dennis Donovan, Esq. is Stonegate Firm’s lead attorney. Dennis and his team fight for clients’ rights on a daily basis. His experience and background sets him apart from other attorneys in the consumer protection space.
Timeshare Attorney Dennis Donovan
Dennis Donovan serves as the Chief Legal Officer and General Counsel at Stonegate Firm, where he leverages over 20 years of experience in consumer protection, contract law, and strategic legal advisory.
Licensed in New Jersey (NJ attorney license ID: 007742004), he ensures compliance with federal and state regulations, oversees client management, and develops Standard Operating Procedures for effective timeshare exits.
A Client-Centric Approach
Dennis believes in taking a more client-centric approach which includes:
- Clear communication during all phases of the timeshare exit.
- Strategic actions taken in defense of timeshare owners.
- Powerful and effective legal strategies for clients.
His commitment to upholding the highest standards of legal ethics guarantees that clients receive top-tier strategies tailored to their specific needs.
Educating The Community
Dennis is passionate about educating consumers on their legal rights while advocating for fair business practices.
He frequently participates in legal seminars and community outreach programs aimed at empowering individuals with knowledge about consumer protection laws.
Meet The Attorneys
Dennis Donovan, Esq.
Chief Legal Officer
Attorney Dennis has over 20 years of legal experience, including contract law, litigation, debt defense, and debt collection. His experience allows him to prosecute exit strategies for Stonegate’s clients.
Licensed in: New Jersey
License #: 007742004
Matthew "Matt" Barnes, Esq.
Senior General Counsel
Attorney Matt has been in the consumer credit and debt industry for over 15 years. Prior to joining Stonegate, he was the Attorney Manager at the largest consumer debt law firm in the USA.
Licensed in: Virginia
License #: 917351035
Michael Smith, Esq.
General Counsel
Attorney Michael’s comes to Stonegate with a deep experience in document review, which is important when dealing with predatory contracts. He also spent 3 years as a public defender in Stark County, OH.
Licensed in: Ohio
License #: 100754
Legal Operations Managers / Paralegals
Manal Al Abaidani, J.D.
Legal Operations Manager
Manal’s strong interest in the legal field and genuine passion for the work we do at Stonegate make her an outstanding Legal Operations Manager. Manal has earned her Juris Doctorate and will soon sit for the Bar Exam.
Gabrielle "Gabby" Davis
Legal Operations Manager
Gabby joined Stonegate as one of the original four Case Managers. Since then she has advanced to Legal Operations Manager. Her passion for helping people and her ability to solve high-stakes problems make her a go-to person for mission-critical projects.
Chloe Smith, C.P.
Legal Operations Manager
Chloe has worked her way up from Case Manager to Legal Operations Manager, earning a Post-Baccalaureate Certificate in Law & Paralegal Studies. Chloe has been instrumental in organizing Stonegate’s Solar Relief program.
