Atty. Thomas E. O'Brien

Atty. Thomas E. O'Brien

Hon. Thomas E.

Lakewood Lakewood 54 Years Experience 54 year
Call (862) 246-6413

Profile Summary

About Thomas E. O'Brien at a glance

Thomas E. O'Brien is a Presiding Judge Civil (Retired) based in Lakewood, New Jersey, practicing at Bathgate, Wegener & Wolf, P.C.. They have 54+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1972. Their practice focuses on business, real estate, tax litigation, zoning, and litigation. Admitted to practice in New Jersey (1972), U.S. District Court, District of New Jersey (1972), New York (1989), and District of Columbia (1990). Educated at Seton Hall University - School of Law (J.D., 1972) and Seton Hall University (B.A., 1967). Active member of Trustee Secretary Treasurer Vice-President and President-Elect), New Jersey State and American Bar Associations Ocean-Monmouth Legal Services (Trustee, Secretary and Treasurer, 1976-1986, Ocean County, Monmouth County. Serves clients in Lakewood, NJ and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Hon. Thomas E. O'Brien is a lawyer practicing general practice, corporate, real estate and 5 other areas of law
  • Thomas E. received a B.A. degree from Seton Hall University in 1967, and has been licensed for 54 years
  • Thomas E. practices at Bathgate, Wegener & Wolf, P.C. in Lakewood, NJ

Practice Areas Explained

Thomas E. O'Brien's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Thomas E. 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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Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

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Tax Litigation

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Land Use & Zoning

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Civil Litigation

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in New Jersey

Practicing law in New Jersey. Legal matters in New Jersey are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Lakewood are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate New Jersey state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in New Jersey brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this venue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in New Jersey courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Thomas E. O'Brien

Where is Thomas E. O'Brien's law office located?
Thomas E. O'Brien's law practice is located in Lakewood, New Jersey. The firm is Bathgate, Wegener & Wolf, P.C.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Thomas E. O'Brien handle?
Thomas E. O'Brien focuses on business, real estate, tax litigation, zoning, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New Jersey.
How long has Thomas E. O'Brien practiced law?
Thomas E. O'Brien has 54+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1972.
Where did Thomas E. O'Brien go to law school?
Thomas E. O'Brien earned their education at (J.D., 1972); (B.A., 1967).
How can I contact Thomas E. O'Brien for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Seton Hall University - School of Law
- 1972
B.A.
Seton Hall University
- 1967

Bar Admissions

New Jersey
Admitted: 1972
U.S. District Court, District of New Jersey
Admitted: 1972
New York
Admitted: 1989
District of Columbia
Admitted: 1990

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