Atty. Patrick J O'Dea
Patrick J O'Dea is a lawyer practicing criminal defense, municipal court, dui defense and 2 other areas of law. Patrick received a B.A. degree from John Jay College of Criminal Justice of the City University of New York in 2003, and has been licensed for 23 years.
Criminal Defense & More Attorney · Serving Fairfield, NJ · 23+ Years Experience
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About Patrick J O'Dea at a Glance
Patrick J O'Dea is an Associate based in Fairfield, New Jersey, practicing at Maneri Law Firm, LLC. They have 23+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2003. Their practice focuses on dui/dwi, criminal defense, and family law. Admitted to practice in New Jersey (2003) and New York (2004). Educated at Seton Hall University School of Law J.D. (—) and John Jay College of Criminal Justice of the City University of New York (B.A. Criminal, 2003). Serves clients in Fairfield, NJ and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Patrick J O'Dea
- Patrick J O'Dea is a lawyer practicing criminal defense, municipal court, dui defense and 2 other areas of law
- Patrick received a B.A. degree from John Jay College of Criminal Justice of the City University of New York in 2003, and has been licensed for 23 years
- Patrick practices at Maneri Law Firm, LLC in Fairfield, NJ
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Patrick J O'Dea's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Patrick J O'Dea handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Fairfield.
DUI / DWI Defense in Fairfield
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Criminal Defense in Fairfield
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Family Law in Fairfield
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Fairfield
Practicing law in New Jersey. Legal matters in New Jersey are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Fairfield are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate New Jersey state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in New Jersey brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this venue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in New Jersey courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
Fairfield Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Fairfield-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Fairfield Choose Patrick J O'Dea
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Patrick J O'Dea's practice in the field of dui/dwi, criminal defense, and family law.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Patrick J O'Dea brings 23+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in New Jersey and New York, Patrick J O'Dea can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering dui/dwi, criminal defense, and family law, Patrick J O'Dea can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Fairfield
A Fairfield-based practice means Patrick J O'Dea attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues Patrick J O'Dea Handles in Fairfield
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