Atty. Daniel J. O'Brien

Atty. Daniel J. O'Brien

Atty. Daniel J.

Milwaukee Milwaukee 40 yrs experience 40 year
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Profile Summary

About Daniel J. O'Brien at a glance

Daniel J. O'Brien is an Associate based in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, practicing at Halling & Cayo S.C.. They have 40+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1986. Their practice focuses on personal injury, business, litigation, and insurance. Admitted to practice in Wisconsin (1986), U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Wisconsin (1986), and U.S. Court of Appeals, Seventh Circuit (1987). Educated at Marquette University Law School (J.D., 1986) and University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee (B.A., 1983). Recognitions include Peer Reviewed. Active member of State Bar of Wisconsin Wisconsin Academy of Trial Lawyers. Serands clients in Milwaukee, WI and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Atty. Daniel J. O'Brien is a lawyer practicing insurance defense, coverage and fraud investigation, business and commercial litigation, plaintiff's personal injury and 1 other area of law
  • Daniel J. received a B.A. degree from University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee in 1983, and has been licensed for 40 years
  • Daniel J. practices at Halling & Cayo S.C. in Milwaukee, WI

Practice Areas Explained

Daniel J. O'Brien's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Daniel J. O'Brien handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Personal Injury

Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.

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Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

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Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

Daniel J. O'Brien is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Wisconsin →

Insurance Law

Insurance attorneys for coverage disputes, bad faith claims, denied claims, and policy disputes.

Daniel J. O'Brien is one of 121,912 insurance attorneys indexed nationally. Browse insurance attorneys in Wisconsin →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Wisconsin

Practicing law in Wisconsin. Legal matters in Wisconsin are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Milwaukee are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Wisconsin state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Wisconsin 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 Wisconsin courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Daniel J. O'Brien

Where is Daniel J. O'Brien's law office located?
Daniel J. O'Brien's law practice is located in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. The firm is Halling & Cayo S.C.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Daniel J. O'Brien handle?
Daniel J. O'Brien focuses on personal injury, business, litigation, insurance. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Wisconsin.
How long has Daniel J. O'Brien practiced law?
Daniel J. O'Brien has 40+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1986.
Where did Daniel J. O'Brien go to law school?
Daniel J. O'Brien earned their education at (J.D., 1986); (B.A., 1983).
How can I contact Daniel J. O'Brien for a consultation?
You can contact Daniel J. O'Brien directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has Daniel J. O'Brien received?
Daniel J. O'Brien's notable recognition includes: Peer Reviewed.

Education

J.D.
Marquette University Law School
- 1986
B.A.
University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee
- 1983

Awards

Peer Reviewed

Bar Admissions

Wisconsin
Admitted: 1986
U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Wisconsin
Admitted: 1986
U.S. Court of Appeals, Seventh Circuit
Admitted: 1987

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