Atty. Melany O'Brien

Atty. Melany O'Brien

Melany O'Brien is a lawyer practicing car accident injuries, truck accident injuries, motorcycle accidents and 13 other areas of law. Melany received a B.S. degree from University of Nebraska in 1989, and has been licensed for 33 years.

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Profile Summary

About Melany O'Brien at a glance

Melany O'Brien is a Managing Partner based in Omaha, Nebraska, practicing at Hauptman, O'Brien, Wolf & Lathrop, P.C.. They have 33+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1993. Their practice focuses on car accidents, truck accidents, medical malpractice, wrongful death, and workers comp. Admitted to practice in Nebraska U.S. District Court, District of Nebraska U.S. Court of Appeals, Eighth Circuit (1993). Educated at Creighton University School of Law (J.D., 1993) and University of Nebraska (B.S., 1989). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Omaha Bar Association Nebraska State Bar Association Nebraska Women’s Bar Association American Association for Justice Nebraska Association of Trial Attorneys. Serands clients in Omaha, NE and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Melany O'Brien is a lawyer practicing car accident injuries, truck accident injuries, motorcycle accidents and 13 other areas of law
  • Melany received a B.S. degree from University of Nebraska in 1989, and has been licensed for 33 years
  • Melany practices at Hauptman, O'Brien, Wolf & Lathrop, P.C. in Omaha, NE

Practice Areas Explained

Melany O'Brien's Areas of Practice

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

Car Accidents

Hurt in a car crash? Car accident lawyers fight insurance companies for fair compensation — free consult, no fee unless you win.

Melany O'Brien is one of 36,807 car accidents attorneys indexed nationally. Browse car accidents attorneys in Nebraska →

Truck Accidents

Melany O'Brien is one of 4,975 truck accidents attorneys indexed nationally. Browse truck accidents attorneys in Nebraska →

Medical Malpractice

Medical malpractice lawyers represent patients harmed by negligent doctors, hospitals, and other providers. Free case review, no fee unless you win.

Melany O'Brien is one of 49,086 medical malpractice attorneys indexed nationally. Browse medical malpractice attorneys in Nebraska →

Wrongful Death

Melany O'Brien is one of 31,253 wrongful death attorneys indexed nationally. Browse wrongful death attorneys in Nebraska →

Workers Compensation

Workers compensation lawyers help injured workers get medical care, lost wages, and disability benefits. Free consult, no fee unless you win.

Melany O'Brien is one of 55,389 workers comp attorneys indexed nationally. Browse workers comp attorneys in Nebraska →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Nebraska

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Melany O'Brien

Where is Melany O'Brien's law office located?
Melany O'Brien's law practice is located in Omaha, Nebraska. The firm is Hauptman, O'Brien, Wolf & Lathrop, P.C.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Melany O'Brien handle?
Melany O'Brien focuses on car accidents, truck accidents, medical malpractice, wrongful death, workers comp. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Nebraska.
How long has Melany O'Brien practiced law?
Melany O'Brien has 33+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1993.
Where did Melany O'Brien go to law school?
Melany O'Brien earned their education at (J.D., 1993); (B.S., 1989).
How can I contact Melany O'Brien for a consultation?
You can contact Melany 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 Melany O'Brien received?
Melany O'Brien's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
Creighton University School of Law
- 1993
B.S.
University of Nebraska
- 1989

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Nebraska U.S. District Court, District of Nebraska U.S. Court of Appeals, Eighth Circuit
Admitted: 1993

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