Atty. Stephen J. O'Brien

Atty. Stephen J. O'Brien

Stephen O’Brien has substantial experience representing lending institutions in commercial litigation, including six and seven figure commercial collection matters. His practice also includes representation of businesses in the areas of hospitality services and alcoholic beverage control.

Reston Reston 51 yrs experience 51 year
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Profile Summary

About Stephen J. O'Brien at a glance

Stephen J. O'Brien is an Of Counsel based in Reston, Virginia, practicing at Odin, Feldman & Pittleman, P.C.. They have 51+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1975. Their practice focuses on business, ip, and litigation. Admitted to practice in District of Columbia (1975), U.S. District Court, District of Columbia (1976), U.S. District Court, District of Maryland (1980), and Virginia (1995). Educated at Catholic University of America (J.D., 1974) and Georgetown University (A.B., 1969). Serands clients in Reston, VA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Stephen O’Brien has substantial experience representing lending institutions in commercial litigation, including six and seven figure commercial collection matters
  • His practice also includes representation of businesses in the areas of hospitality services and alcoholic beverage control

Practice Areas Explained

Stephen J. O'Brien's Areas of Practice

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

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

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Intellectual Property

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Civil Litigation

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Virginia

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Stephen J. O'Brien

Where is Stephen J. O'Brien's law office located?
Stephen J. O'Brien's law practice is located in Reston, Virginia. The firm is Odin, Feldman & Pittleman, P.C.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Stephen J. O'Brien handle?
Stephen J. O'Brien focuses on business, ip, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Virginia.
How long has Stephen J. O'Brien practiced law?
Stephen J. O'Brien has 51+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1975.
Where did Stephen J. O'Brien go to law school?
Stephen J. O'Brien earned their education at (J.D., 1974); (A.B., 1969).
How can I contact Stephen J. O'Brien for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Catholic University of America
- 1974
A.B.
Georgetown University
- 1969

Bar Admissions

District of Columbia
Admitted: 1975
U.S. District Court, District of Columbia
Admitted: 1976
U.S. District Court, District of Maryland
Admitted: 1980
Virginia
Admitted: 1995

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