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Atty. Bernard F. O'Hare

Atty. Bernard F. O'Hare

Bernard F. O'Hare is a lawyer practicing employee benefits and executive compensation, financial services, health care and 1 other area of law.

New York New York 45 yrs experience 45 year
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About Bernard F. O'Hare at a glance

Bernard F. O'Hare is a Partner based in New York, New York, practicing at Patterson Belknap Webb & Tyler LLP. They have 45+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1981. Their practice focuses on business, employment contracts, and health care. Admitted to practice in New York (1981). Educated at Fordham University School of Law (J.D., 1980) and Georgetown University A.B. Government Georgetown University A.B. magna cum laude (—). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of 2005-present) Named to the Irish Legal 100 (2013, Professional Activities HONORS: Recognized as a leading lawyer in The Best Lawyers in America in the area of Employee Benefits Law and Named in Super Lawyers in the area of Employee Benefits/ERISA and The Irish Legal 100 is compiled annually by The Irish Voice newspaper, and recognizes the achievements of legal professionals with Irish heritage practicing in the United States. Serands clients in New York, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Bernard F. O'Hare is a lawyer practicing employee benefits and executive compensation, financial services, health care and 1 other area of law
  • Bernard received a A.B. degree from Georgetown University, and has been licensed for 45 years
  • Bernard practices at Patterson Belknap Webb & Tyler LLP in New York, NY

Practice Areas Explained

Bernard F. O'Hare's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Bernard F. O'Hare handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Business & Corporate Law

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Employment Contracts

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Health Care Law

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Jurisdictional Context

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Practicing law in New York. Legal matters in New York are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in New York are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate New York state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in New York brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in New York courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Where is Bernard F. O'Hare's law office located?
Bernard F. O'Hare's law practice is located in New York, New York. The firm is Patterson Belknap Webb & Tyler LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Bernard F. O'Hare handle?
Bernard F. O'Hare focuses on business, employment contracts, health care. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New York.
How long has Bernard F. O'Hare practiced law?
Bernard F. O'Hare has 45+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1981.
Where did Bernard F. O'Hare go to law school?
Bernard F. O'Hare earned their education at (J.D., 1980); (—).
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What awards or recognition has Bernard F. O'Hare received?
Bernard F. O'Hare's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Fordham University School of Law
- 1980
Georgetown University A.B. Government Georgetown University A.B. magna cum laude
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Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

New York
Admitted: 1981

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