Jeffrey M. Donato, Esq.
A multilingual advocate for personal injury and employment law — serving Nassau County, Suffolk County, and all of Long Island.
Admitted in New York, the 2nd Circuit Court of Appeals, and the U.S. Supreme Court. Fluent in English, Spanish, Italian, and Japanese. Recipient of the NYS Bar Ethics Award and two-time Empire Counsel honoree.
Professional Background & Expertise
Over two decades of dedicated advocacy in personal injury and employment law, with the rare ability to serve clients in four languages.
Experience & Recognition
Jeffrey M. Donato is an attorney at the Law Office of Jason Tenenbaum, P.C. who focuses on personal injury and employment law. With more than 23 years of experience, Jeffrey brings a depth of knowledge and a client-centered approach to every case.
He received the New York State Bar Ethics Award in 2000, recognizing his commitment to the highest standards of professional conduct early in his career. He was subsequently named Empire Counsel in both 2007 and 2009, honoring his sustained excellence in legal practice.
A graduate of Touro Law with a Juris Doctor degree, Jeffrey has been admitted to the New York State Bar since 2002, the U.S. Court of Appeals for the 2nd Circuit since 2005, and the U.S. Supreme Court since 2008 — enabling him to handle cases at every level of the court system.
Multilingual Advocacy
What sets Jeffrey apart is his ability to communicate fluently in English, Spanish, Italian, and Japanese. For many clients — particularly those navigating the legal system for the first time — the ability to speak with their attorney in their native language is invaluable.
Long Island's communities are linguistically diverse, and Jeffrey's four-language fluency means he can serve Spanish-speaking workers facing employment discrimination, Italian-speaking families dealing with personal injury claims, and Japanese-speaking individuals who need legal counsel — all without relying on interpreters, ensuring nothing is lost in translation.
Education
Touro Law
Juris Doctor (J.D.)
Languages Spoken
Bar Admissions
- New York State (since 2002)
- U.S. Court of Appeals, 2nd Circuit (since 2005)
- U.S. Supreme Court (since 2008)
Professional Recognition
Awarded in 2000
Honored in 2007 & 2009
Areas of Legal Expertise
Personal Injury
Comprehensive personal injury representation — from car accidents to slip and fall cases — serving clients across Long Island in English, Spanish, Italian, and Japanese.
Employment Law
Wrongful termination, workplace discrimination, wage disputes, and harassment claims across Nassau and Suffolk Counties — with multilingual client support.
Frequently Asked Questions
What areas of law does Jeffrey Donato practice?
Jeffrey Donato focuses on personal injury and employment law, including workplace discrimination, wrongful termination, and accident claims. He serves clients throughout Long Island, including Nassau County and Suffolk County, as part of the Law Office of Jason Tenenbaum, P.C.
What languages does Jeffrey Donato speak?
Jeffrey Donato is fluent in four languages: English, Spanish, Italian, and Japanese. This multilingual ability allows him to serve a diverse client base and communicate directly with clients who are more comfortable speaking in their native language — ensuring nothing is lost in translation during critical legal matters.
Where is Jeffrey Donato admitted to practice law?
Jeffrey Donato has been admitted to the New York State Bar since 2002, the U.S. Court of Appeals for the 2nd Circuit since 2005, and the U.S. Supreme Court since 2008. This broad range of admissions enables him to handle cases at every level of the court system.
Has Jeffrey Donato received any professional awards?
Yes. Jeffrey Donato received the New York State Bar Ethics Award in 2000, recognizing his commitment to the highest standards of professional conduct. He was also named Empire Counsel in both 2007 and 2009, honoring his sustained excellence in legal practice.
Does Jeffrey Donato offer free consultations?
Yes. The Law Office of Jason Tenenbaum, P.C. offers free consultations for personal injury and employment law matters. Call (516) 750-0595 or use our online contact form to schedule a consultation with Jeffrey Donato.
Beyond the Courtroom
Outside the office, Jeffrey is a professional dancer and dance instructor with over 30 years of experience. His discipline, precision, and ability to perform under pressure on the dance floor translate directly into his work as a litigator — where preparation, timing, and composure make all the difference.
Jeffrey's Approach to Client Advocacy
Jeffrey Donato's practice is built on a simple principle: every client deserves to be heard and understood. With more than two decades of experience handling personal injury and employment law cases across Long Island, Jeffrey has seen firsthand how language barriers can prevent injured people and mistreated workers from fully participating in their own legal cases. His fluency in English, Spanish, Italian, and Japanese removes that obstacle entirely, allowing him to take detailed statements, explain complex legal options, and prepare clients for depositions and hearings — all in the language they are most comfortable speaking.
In personal injury cases, Jeffrey handles claims arising from car accidents, slip and fall incidents, medical malpractice, and other accidents that leave individuals dealing with mounting medical bills, lost wages, and pain. His approach emphasizes early and aggressive investigation — gathering evidence, consulting with medical experts, and building the damages case from day one. Having been admitted to the U.S. Supreme Court, the 2nd Circuit Court of Appeals, and the New York State Bar, Jeffrey has the credentials and courtroom experience to take cases as far as they need to go.
On the employment side, Jeffrey represents workers throughout Nassau County and Suffolk County who have been wrongfully terminated, subjected to workplace harassment, denied fair wages, or discriminated against based on protected characteristics. His NYS Bar Ethics Award reflects a career-long commitment to professional integrity — an especially important quality in employment cases, where power imbalances between employers and employees demand an attorney who will advocate zealously while maintaining the highest ethical standards. Jeffrey's ability to serve Long Island's diverse communities in four languages ensures that no client is left without a voice.
Speak with Jeffrey in your language
23+ years in practice. Fluent in English, Spanish, Italian, and Japanese. Admitted to the NYS Bar, 2nd Circuit, and U.S. Supreme Court. Jeffrey handles personal injury and employment cases across Nassau County, Suffolk County, and all of Long Island. Call for a free consultation.
About Our Legal Practice
The Law Office of Jason Tenenbaum, P.C. has been representing injured individuals and workers throughout Long Island and New York City since 2002. Founded by Attorney Jason Tenenbaum and headquartered at 326 Walt Whitman Road, Suite C, Huntington Station, New York 11746, the firm's six attorneys bring over 112 combined years of legal experience to personal injury, employment discrimination, no-fault insurance, and workers' compensation cases. The team speaks English, Spanish, Italian, Japanese, and Russian.
Attorney Tenenbaum has written more than 1,000 appellate briefs, handled over 100,000 no-fault insurance cases, and recovered over $100 million in verdicts and settlements. He is admitted to practice in New York, New Jersey, Florida, Texas, Georgia, and Michigan state courts, as well as multiple federal courts. His 2,353+ published legal articles analyzing New York case law make him one of the most prolific legal commentators in the state, and his analysis is relied upon by attorneys, judges, and insurance professionals across all four Appellate Division departments.
The firm operates on a contingency fee basis for personal injury and employment discrimination cases — you pay no attorney fees unless we recover compensation on your behalf. Every consultation is free and confidential. Our practice areas include car accidents, truck accidents, motorcycle accidents, pedestrian accidents, bicycle accidents, slip and fall injuries, premises liability, medical malpractice, product liability, dog bites, construction accidents, wrongful death, employment discrimination, wrongful termination, workplace harassment, wage and hour violations, no-fault insurance disputes, and workers' compensation claims. Call (516) 750-0595 for a free consultation.