Atty. Joan K. Obrien

Atty. Joan K. Obrien

Joan K. Obrien is a lawyer practicing labor and employment law, administrative law.

Newington Newington 50 yrs experience 50 year
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Profile Summary

About Joan K. Obrien at a glance

Joan K. Obrien is a employment and government attorney based in Newington, Connecticut. They have 50+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1976. Admitted to practice in Connecticut (1976) and U.S. District Court, District of Connecticut (1976). Educated at University of Connecticut (J.D., 1976) and Smith College (A.B., 1972). Serands clients in Newington, CT and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Joan K. Obrien is a lawyer practicing labor and employment law, administrative law
  • Joan K. received a A.B. degree from Smith College in 1972, and has been licensed for 50 years
  • Joan K. practices in Newington, CT

Practice Areas Explained

Joan K. Obrien's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Joan K. Obrien handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

Joan K. Obrien is one of 169,120 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in Connecticut →

Government & Administrative Law

Attorneys for administrative law, agency hearings, government contracts, licensing, and public benefits.

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Connecticut

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Joan K. Obrien

Where is Joan K. Obrien's law office located?
Joan K. Obrien's law practice is located in Newington, Connecticut. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Joan K. Obrien handle?
Joan K. Obrien focuses on employment, government. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Connecticut.
How long has Joan K. Obrien practiced law?
Joan K. Obrien has 50+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1976.
Where did Joan K. Obrien go to law school?
Joan K. Obrien earned their education at (J.D., 1976); (A.B., 1972).
How can I contact Joan K. Obrien for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
University of Connecticut
- 1976
A.B.
Smith College
- 1972

Bar Admissions

Connecticut
Admitted: 1976
U.S. District Court, District of Connecticut
Admitted: 1976

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