Atty. Saniya O'Brien

Atty. Saniya O'Brien

Ms. Saniya O'Brien is a lawyer practicing litigation, securities, antitrust / trade law and 2 other areas of law.

Washington Washington 24 yrs experience 24 year
Call (202) 367-9055 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About Saniya O'Brien at a glance

Saniya O'Brien is a Counsel based in Washington, District of Columbia, practicing at Wilmerhale. They have 24+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2002. Their practice focuses on securities, litigation, consumer, and international. Admitted to practice in Georgia (Inactive) (2002) and District of Columbia (2004). Educated at George Washington University Law School (J.D., 2002) and Smith College (A.B., 1995). Serands clients in Washington, DC and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Ms. Saniya O'Brien is a lawyer practicing litigation, securities, antitrust / trade law and 2 other areas of law
  • Saniya received a A.B. degree from Smith College in 1995, and has been licensed for 24 years
  • Saniya practices at WilmerHale in Washington, DC

Practice Areas Explained

Saniya O'Brien's Areas of Practice

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

Securities Law

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Civil Litigation

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Consumer Protection

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International Law

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in District of Columbia

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Saniya O'Brien

Where is Saniya O'Brien's law office located?
Saniya O'Brien's law practice is located in Washington, District of Columbia. The firm is Wilmerhale. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Saniya O'Brien handle?
Saniya O'Brien focuses on securities, litigation, consumer, international. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in District of Columbia.
How long has Saniya O'Brien practiced law?
Saniya O'Brien has 24+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2002.
Where did Saniya O'Brien go to law school?
Saniya O'Brien earned their education at (J.D., 2002); (A.B., 1995).
How can I contact Saniya O'Brien for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
George Washington University Law School
- 2002
A.B.
Smith College
- 1995

Bar Admissions

Georgia (Inactive)
Admitted: 2002
District of Columbia
Admitted: 2004

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