Atty. Phillip J O'Brien

Atty. Phillip J O'Brien

Phillip J O'Brien is a lawyer practicing estate planning, health care, employment / labor. Phillip received a B.A. degree from University of Detroit, Detroit, Michigan in 1964, and has been licensed for 51 years.

Southfield Southfield 51 yrs experience 51 year
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Profile Summary

About Phillip J O'Brien at a glance

Phillip J O'Brien is a estate planning, employment, and health care attorney based in Southfield, Michigan. They have 51+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1975. Admitted to practice in Michigan (1975) and U.S. Tax Court U.S. District Court Eastern District of Michigan U.S. District Court Western District (1980). Educated at University of Detroit Mercy School of Law, Detroit, Michigan (J.D., 1975) and University of Detroit, Detroit, Michigan (B.A., 1964). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Professional & Community Affiliations Michigan Association of Certified Public Accountant, Member American Institute of Certified Public Accountant, Member Certified Public Accountant. Serands clients in Southfield, MI and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Phillip J O'Brien is a lawyer practicing estate planning, health care, employment / labor
  • Phillip received a B.A. degree from University of Detroit, Detroit, Michigan in 1964, and has been licensed for 51 years
  • Phillip practices in Southfield, MI

Practice Areas Explained

Phillip J O'Brien's Areas of Practice

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

Estate Planning & Probate

An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.

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Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

Phillip J O'Brien is one of 169,120 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in Michigan →

Health Care Law

Health care attorneys for HIPAA, Medicare, Medicaid, regulatory compliance, and medical licensing matters.

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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 Southfield 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 Phillip J O'Brien

Where is Phillip J O'Brien's law office located?
Phillip J O'Brien's law practice is located in Southfield, Michigan. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Phillip J O'Brien handle?
Phillip J O'Brien focuses on estate planning, employment, health care. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Michigan.
How long has Phillip J O'Brien practiced law?
Phillip J O'Brien has 51+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1975.
Where did Phillip J O'Brien go to law school?
Phillip J O'Brien earned their education at (J.D., 1975); (B.A., 1964).
How can I contact Phillip J O'Brien for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Phillip J O'Brien received?
Phillip J O'Brien's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
University of Detroit Mercy School of Law, Detroit, Michigan
- 1975
B.A.
University of Detroit, Detroit, Michigan
- 1964

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Michigan
Admitted: 1975
U.S. Tax Court U.S. District Court Eastern District of Michigan U.S. District Court Western District
Admitted: 1980

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