About Michael

Michael Donnelly joined Donnelly Murphy in 1985 and was called to the Ontario Bar the same year. His practice focuses on criminal law and estates, and in addition to defending people facing criminal charges, he represents the Public Prosecution Service of Canada in matters that fall under federal jurisdiction. He earned a Bachelor of Arts from the University of Western Ontario's King's College and his law degree from Osgoode Hall. Donnelly is a member of the Canadian Bar Association, the Criminal Lawyers Association and the Huron Law Association, and he's active with the Knights of Columbus and several local community organizations in Goderich.

Practice areas

Criminal Defence Wills, Estates & Trusts

Education & credentials

Law school
Osgoode Hall Law School
Undergraduate
University of Western Ontario, King's College (BA)

Listing compiled from public sources in July 2026. Confirm Michael Donnelly’s licence and standing in the Law Society of Ontario directory ↗