Atty. E. Daniel O'Brien
E. Daniel O'Brien is a lawyer practicing criminal law, general practice, assault and battery and 18 other areas of law.
Assault And Battery & More Attorney · Serving Cedar Rapids, IA · 44+ Years Experience
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About E. Daniel O'Brien at a Glance
E. Daniel O'Brien is an Attorney based in Cedar Rapids, Iowa, practicing at Daniel O'Brien Attorney at Law. They have 44+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1982. Their practice focuses on dui/dwi, formation, criminal defense, employment, and federal crimes. Admitted to practice in Iowa (1982), U.S. District Court, Southern District of Iowa (1983), and U.S. District Court, Northern District of Iowa (1990). Educated at University of Iowa (J.D., 1982) and Loras College (B.A. Maxima, 1979). Active member of Iowa State Bar Association Iowa Criminal Law Linn County Bar Association. Serves clients in Cedar Rapids, IA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About E. Daniel O'Brien
- E. Daniel O'Brien is a lawyer practicing criminal law, general practice, assault and battery and 18 other areas of law
- E. received a B.A. degree from Loras College in 1979, and has been licensed for 44 years
- E. practices at Daniel O'Brien Attorney at Law in Cedar Rapids, IA
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E. Daniel O'Brien's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases E. Daniel O'Brien handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Cedar Rapids.
DUI / DWI Defense in Cedar Rapids
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Criminal Defense in Cedar Rapids
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Employment Law in Cedar Rapids
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Federal Crimes in Cedar Rapids
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Cedar Rapids
Practicing law in Iowa. Legal matters in Iowa are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Cedar Rapids are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Iowa state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Iowa brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this venue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Iowa courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
Cedar Rapids Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Cedar Rapids-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Cedar Rapids Choose E. Daniel O'Brien
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish E. Daniel O'Brien's practice in the field of dui/dwi, formation, criminal defense, employment, and federal crimes.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
E. Daniel O'Brien brings 44+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in Iowa, U.S. District Court, Southern District of Iowa, and U.S. District Court, Northern District of Iowa, E. Daniel O'Brien can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering dui/dwi, formation, and criminal defense, E. Daniel O'Brien can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Cedar Rapids
A Cedar Rapids-based practice means E. Daniel O'Brien attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues E. Daniel O'Brien Handles in Cedar Rapids
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