Atty. John W. O'Donnell

Atty. John W. O'Donnell

Mr. John W.

Burlington Burlington 47 yrs experience 47 year
Call (802) 419-0284 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About John W. O'Donnell at a glance

John W. O'Donnell is an Of Counsel based in Burlington, Vermont. They have 47+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1979. Their practice focuses on probate, estate planning, business, ip, and tax. Admitted to practice in District of Columbia (1979), Vermont (1982), and Massachusetts (1993). Educated at Georgetown University Law Center (J.D. Boston, 1979) and Princeton University, (A.B. University, 1972). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Serands clients in Burlington, VT and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Mr. John W. O'Donnell is a lawyer practicing probate, land use & zoning, taxation and 6 other areas of law
  • John received a A.B. degree from Princeton University, in 1972, and has been licensed for 47 years
  • John practices in Burlington, VT

Practice Areas Explained

John W. O'Donnell's Areas of Practice

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

Probate

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Estate Planning & Probate

An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.

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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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Intellectual Property

IP attorneys protect inventions, brands, and creative work through patent prosecution, trademark registration, copyright, and trade-secret enforcement.

John W. O'Donnell is one of 106,079 ip attorneys indexed nationally. Browse ip attorneys in Vermont →

Tax Law

Tax attorneys handle IRS audits, tax debt, international tax, estate planning, and tax court litigation.

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Vermont

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about John W. O'Donnell

Where is John W. O'Donnell's law office located?
John W. O'Donnell's law practice is located in Burlington, Vermont. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does John W. O'Donnell handle?
John W. O'Donnell focuses on probate, estate planning, business, ip, tax. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Vermont.
How long has John W. O'Donnell practiced law?
John W. O'Donnell has 47+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1979.
Where did John W. O'Donnell go to law school?
John W. O'Donnell earned their education at (J.D. Boston, 1979); (A.B. University, 1972).
How can I contact John W. O'Donnell for a consultation?
You can contact John W. O'Donnell 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 John W. O'Donnell received?
John W. O'Donnell's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D. Boston
Georgetown University Law Center
- 1979
A.B. University
Princeton University,
- 1972

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

District of Columbia
Admitted: 1979
Vermont
Admitted: 1982
Massachusetts
Admitted: 1993

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