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Atty. Thomas James O'Brien

Atty. Thomas James O'Brien

Thomas James O'Brien is a lawyer practicing arbitration, mediation. Thomas received a B.A. degree from DePaul University in 1956, and has been licensed for 66 years.

Chicago Chicago 66 yrs experience 66 year
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Profile Summary

About Thomas James O'Brien at a glance

Thomas James O'Brien is a adr attorney based in Chicago, Illinois. They have 66+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1960. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1960) and U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois (1960). Educated at DePaul University (J.D., 1959) and DePaul University (B.A., 1956). Serands clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Thomas James O'Brien is a lawyer practicing arbitration, mediation
  • Thomas received a B.A. degree from DePaul University in 1956, and has been licensed for 66 years
  • Thomas practices in Chicago, IL

Practice Areas Explained

Thomas James O'Brien's Areas of Practice

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

Mediation & Arbitration

Mediators and arbitrators for civil, commercial, family, and employment dispute resolution.

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Illinois

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

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Common questions about Thomas James O'Brien

Where is Thomas James O'Brien's law office located?
Thomas James O'Brien's law practice is located in Chicago, Illinois. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Thomas James O'Brien handle?
Thomas James O'Brien focuses on adr. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Thomas James O'Brien practiced law?
Thomas James O'Brien has 66+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1960.
Where did Thomas James O'Brien go to law school?
Thomas James O'Brien earned their education at (J.D., 1959); (B.A., 1956).
How can I contact Thomas James O'Brien for a consultation?
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Practice Areas

Education

J.D.
DePaul University
- 1959
B.A.
DePaul University
- 1956

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1960
U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois
Admitted: 1960

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