Atty. Michael John O'Rourke

Atty. Michael John O'Rourke

Michael John O'Rourke is a lawyer practicing workers compensation, workers compensation law, personal injury. Michael received a B.A. degree from Earlham College in 1979, and has been licensed for 40 years.

Jacksonville Jacksonville 40 yrs experience 40 year
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About Michael John O'Rourke at a glance

Michael John O'Rourke is a personal injury and workers comp attorney based in Jacksonville, Florida. They have 40+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1986. Admitted to practice in Ohio (1986) and Florida (1991). Educated at Southern Illinois University (J.D., 1986) and Earlham College (B.A., 1979). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Jacksonville, FL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Michael John O'Rourke is a lawyer practicing workers compensation, workers compensation law, personal injury
  • Michael received a B.A. degree from Earlham College in 1979, and has been licensed for 40 years
  • Michael practices in Jacksonville, FL

Practice Areas Explained

Michael John O'Rourke's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Michael John O'Rourke 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.

Michael John O'Rourke is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Florida →

Workers Compensation

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

Michael John O'Rourke is one of 55,389 workers comp attorneys indexed nationally. Browse workers comp attorneys in Florida →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Florida

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

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Where is Michael John O'Rourke's law office located?
Michael John O'Rourke's law practice is located in Jacksonville, Florida. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Michael John O'Rourke handle?
Michael John O'Rourke focuses on personal injury, workers comp. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Florida.
How long has Michael John O'Rourke practiced law?
Michael John O'Rourke has 40+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1986.
Where did Michael John O'Rourke go to law school?
Michael John O'Rourke earned their education at (J.D., 1986); (B.A., 1979).
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What awards or recognition has Michael John O'Rourke received?
Michael John O'Rourke's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Southern Illinois University
- 1986
B.A.
Earlham College
- 1979

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Ohio
Admitted: 1986
Florida
Admitted: 1991

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