Atty. Stephen J. O'Brien

Atty. Stephen J. O'Brien

Stephen J. O'Brien is a lawyer practicing alcoholic beverage licensing, liquor licensing, commercial litigation and 2 other areas of law.

Washington Washington 51 yrs experience 51 year
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About Stephen J. O'Brien at a glance

Stephen J. O'Brien is a Member based in Washington, District of Columbia, practicing at Mallios & O'Brien. They have 51+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1975. Their practice focuses on business, ip, litigation, and government. Admitted to practice in District of Columbia (1975), U.S. District Court, District of Columbia (1976), U.S. Court of Appeals, District of Columbia Circuit (1978), and U.S. District Court, District of Maryland (1980). Educated at Catholic University of America (J.D., 1974) and Georgetown University (A.B., 1969). Active member of District of Columbia Bar Virginia State Bar. Serands clients in Washington, DC and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Stephen J. O'Brien is a lawyer practicing alcoholic beverage licensing, liquor licensing, commercial litigation and 2 other areas of law
  • Stephen J. received a A.B. degree from Georgetown University in 1969, and has been licensed for 51 years
  • Stephen J. practices at Mallios & O'Brien in Washington, DC

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

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Intellectual Property

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Civil Litigation

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Government & Administrative Law

Attorneys for administrative law, agency hearings, government contracts, licensing, and public benefits.

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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 Stephen J. O'Brien

Where is Stephen J. O'Brien's law office located?
Stephen J. O'Brien's law practice is located in Washington, District of Columbia. The firm is Mallios & O'Brien. 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, government. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in District of Columbia.
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. Court of Appeals, District of Columbia Circuit
Admitted: 1978
U.S. District Court, District of Maryland
Admitted: 1980
Virginia
Admitted: 1995
U.S. Bankruptcy Court, Eastern District of Virginia
Admitted: 1996
U.S. Court of Appeals, Fourth Circuit
Admitted: 1998

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