Atty. Mary Beth O'Brien

Atty. Mary Beth O'Brien

Mary Beth O'Brien is a lawyer practicing civil trial, insurance defense, personal injury and 3 other areas of law. Mary received a B.B.A. degree from St.

Waukegan Waukegan 42 yrs experience 42 year
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Profile Summary

About Mary Beth O'Brien at a glance

Mary Beth O'Brien is a Partner based in Waukegan, Illinois, practicing at Lindsay, Rappaport & Postel, LLC. They have 42+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1984. Their practice focuses on personal injury, litigation, insurance, and adr. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1984) and U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois (1984). Educated at DePaul University (J.D., 1984) and St. Mary's College (B.B.A., 1981). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Chicago, Illinois State and American Bar Associations. Serands clients in Waukegan, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Mary Beth O'Brien is a lawyer practicing civil trial, insurance defense, personal injury and 3 other areas of law
  • Mary received a B.B.A. degree from St. Mary's College in 1981, and has been licensed for 42 years
  • Mary practices at Lindsay, Rappaport & Postel, LLC in Waukegan, IL and 1 other location

Practice Areas Explained

Mary Beth O'Brien's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Mary Beth 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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Civil Litigation

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Insurance Law

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

Mary Beth O'Brien is one of 121,912 insurance attorneys indexed nationally. Browse insurance attorneys in Illinois →

Mediation & Arbitration

Mediators and arbitrators for civil, commercial, family, and employment dispute resolution.

Mary Beth O'Brien is one of 73,906 adr attorneys indexed nationally. Browse adr attorneys in Illinois →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Illinois

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Mary Beth O'Brien

Where is Mary Beth O'Brien's law office located?
Mary Beth O'Brien's law practice is located in Waukegan, Illinois. The firm is Lindsay, Rappaport & Postel, LLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Mary Beth O'Brien handle?
Mary Beth O'Brien focuses on personal injury, litigation, insurance, adr. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Mary Beth O'Brien practiced law?
Mary Beth O'Brien has 42+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1984.
Where did Mary Beth O'Brien go to law school?
Mary Beth O'Brien earned their education at (J.D., 1984); (B.B.A., 1981).
How can I contact Mary Beth O'Brien for a consultation?
You can contact Mary Beth 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 Mary Beth O'Brien received?
Mary Beth O'Brien's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
DePaul University
- 1984
B.B.A.
St. Mary's College
- 1981

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1984
U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois
Admitted: 1984

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