Atty. John M. O'Brien

Atty. John M. O'Brien

John M. O'Brien is a lawyer practicing litigation.

Providence Providence 31 yrs experience 31 year
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About John M. O'Brien at a glance

John M. O'Brien is a litigation attorney based in Providence, Rhode Island. They have 31+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1995. Admitted to practice in Massachusetts (1995) and Rhode Island (1996). Educated at Northeastern University (J.D., 1995) and Harvard University (B.A., 1990). Serands clients in Providence, RI and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • John M. O'Brien is a lawyer practicing litigation
  • John received a B.A. degree from Harvard University in 1990, and has been licensed for 31 years
  • John practices in Providence, RI

Practice Areas Explained

John M. O'Brien's Areas of Practice

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

Civil Litigation

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

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Rhode Island

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

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Frequently Asked

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Where is John M. O'Brien's law office located?
John M. O'Brien's law practice is located in Providence, Rhode Island. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does John M. O'Brien handle?
John M. O'Brien focuses on litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Rhode Island.
How long has John M. O'Brien practiced law?
John M. O'Brien has 31+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1995.
Where did John M. O'Brien go to law school?
John M. O'Brien earned their education at (J.D., 1995); (B.A., 1990).
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Practice Areas

Education

J.D.
Northeastern University
- 1995
B.A.
Harvard University
- 1990

Bar Admissions

Massachusetts
Admitted: 1995
Rhode Island
Admitted: 1996

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