Atty. Scott Macdonnell O'Brien

Atty. Scott Macdonnell O'Brien

Scott Macdonnell O'Brien is a lawyer practicing litigation. Scott received a degree from Duke University School of Law, and has been licensed for 9 years.

New York New York 9 yrs experience 9 year
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About Scott Macdonnell O'Brien at a glance

Scott Macdonnell O'Brien is an Attorney based in New York, New York, practicing at Alston & Bird LLP. They have 9+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2017. Their practice focuses on litigation. Admitted to practice in New York (2017). Educated at Duke University School of Law (—). Serands clients in New York, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

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  • Scott Macdonnell O'Brien is a lawyer practicing litigation
  • Scott received a degree from Duke University School of Law, and has been licensed for 9 years
  • Scott practices at Alston & Bird LLP in New York, NY

Practice Areas Explained

Scott Macdonnell O'Brien's Areas of Practice

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

Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

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Jurisdictional Context

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

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Where is Scott Macdonnell O'Brien's law office located?
Scott Macdonnell O'Brien's law practice is located in New York, New York. The firm is Alston & Bird LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Scott Macdonnell O'Brien handle?
Scott Macdonnell O'Brien focuses on litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New York.
How long has Scott Macdonnell O'Brien practiced law?
Scott Macdonnell O'Brien has 9+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2017.
Where did Scott Macdonnell O'Brien go to law school?
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Practice Areas

Education

Duke University School of Law
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Bar Admissions

New York
Admitted: 2017

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