Atty. Patrick Louis O'Brien

Atty. Patrick Louis O'Brien

Patrick Louis O'Brien is a lawyer practicing civil rights, criminal law, family law and 9 other areas of law. Patrick received a M.B.A. degree from Michigan State University Broad College of Business, and has been licensed for 12 years.

Detroit Detroit 12 yrs experience 12 year
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Profile Summary

About Patrick Louis O'Brien at a glance

Patrick Louis O'Brien is an Associate based in Detroit, Michigan, practicing at Bodman PLC. They have 12+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2014. Their practice focuses on citizenship, criminal defense, family law, employment, and immigration. Admitted to practice in Illinois (2014) and Michigan (2014). Educated at Michigan State University College of Law (J.D., 2013) and Michigan State University Broad College of Business M.B.A. 2014 Beta Gamma Sigma University of Notre Dame (B.A., 2008). Serands clients in Detroit, MI and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Patrick Louis O'Brien is a lawyer practicing civil rights, criminal law, family law and 9 other areas of law
  • Patrick received a M.B.A. degree from Michigan State University Broad College of Business, and has been licensed for 12 years
  • Patrick practices at Bodman PLC in Detroit, MI

Practice Areas Explained

Patrick Louis O'Brien's Areas of Practice

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

Citizenship & Naturalization

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Criminal Defense

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Family Law

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Employment Law

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Immigration Law

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Michigan

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Patrick Louis O'Brien

Where is Patrick Louis O'Brien's law office located?
Patrick Louis O'Brien's law practice is located in Detroit, Michigan. The firm is Bodman PLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Patrick Louis O'Brien handle?
Patrick Louis O'Brien focuses on citizenship, criminal defense, family law, employment, immigration. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Michigan.
How long has Patrick Louis O'Brien practiced law?
Patrick Louis O'Brien has 12+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2014.
Where did Patrick Louis O'Brien go to law school?
Patrick Louis O'Brien earned their education at (J.D., 2013); (B.A., 2008).
How can I contact Patrick Louis O'Brien for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Michigan State University College of Law
- 2013
B.A.
Michigan State University Broad College of Business M.B.A. 2014 Beta Gamma Sigma University of Notre Dame
- 2008

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 2014
Michigan
Admitted: 2014

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