Atty. Thomas Michael O'Hara

Atty. Thomas Michael O'Hara

Editor, Vanderbilt Law Review, 1988-1989. Recipient, American Jurisprudence Award, 1989.

Daphne Daphne 37 yrs experience 37 year
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About Thomas Michael O'Hara at a glance

Thomas Michael O'Hara is a Member based in Daphne, Alabama, practicing at Ohara Watkins Llc. They have 37+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1989. Their practice focuses on personal injury, employment, business, class action, and litigation. Admitted to practice in California (1989) and Alabama (1994). Educated at Vanderbilt University School of Law (J.D. Vanderbilt, 1989) and University of California at Los Angeles (B.A., 1986). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Alabama State Bar (Task Force on Ethics and Disciplinary Enforcement) Alabama Defense Lawyers Association (Amicus Curia Committee) Defense Research Institute. Serands clients in Daphne, AL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Editor, Vanderbilt Law Review, 1988-1989
  • Recipient, American Jurisprudence Award, 1989
  • Law Clerk to the Hon. Alex T. Howard, Jr., Chief Judge, U.S
  • District Court, Southern District of Alabama, 1989-1990

Practice Areas Explained

Thomas Michael O'Hara's Areas of Practice

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

Personal Injury

Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.

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Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

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Business & Corporate Law

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

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Class Action

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Civil Litigation

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

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Alabama

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Thomas Michael O'Hara

Where is Thomas Michael O'Hara's law office located?
Thomas Michael O'Hara's law practice is located in Daphne, Alabama. The firm is Ohara Watkins Llc. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Thomas Michael O'Hara handle?
Thomas Michael O'Hara focuses on personal injury, employment, business, class action, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Alabama.
How long has Thomas Michael O'Hara practiced law?
Thomas Michael O'Hara has 37+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1989.
Where did Thomas Michael O'Hara go to law school?
Thomas Michael O'Hara earned their education at (J.D. Vanderbilt, 1989); (B.A., 1986).
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What awards or recognition has Thomas Michael O'Hara received?
Thomas Michael O'Hara's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D. Vanderbilt
Vanderbilt University School of Law
- 1989
B.A.
University of California at Los Angeles
- 1986

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1989
Alabama
Admitted: 1994

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