Atty. Thomas R O'Connell

Atty. Thomas R O'Connell

Thomas R O'Connell is a lawyer practicing estate planning, wills, trust law and 6 other areas of law. Thomas received a B.S.B. degree from University of Minnesota in 1969, and has been licensed for 49 years.

St. Paul St. Paul 49 yrs experience 49 year
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About Thomas R O'Connell at a glance

Thomas R O'Connell is a Member based in St. Paul, Minnesota, practicing at Collins, Buckley, Sauntry and Haugh, P.L.L.P.. They have 49+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1977. Their practice focuses on wills, trusts, probate, estate planning, and business. Admitted to practice in Minnesota (1977). Educated at Hamline University (J.D., 1976) and University of Minnesota (B.S.B., 1969). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Ramsey County and Minnesota State Bar Associations American Institute of Certified Public Accountants Minnesota Society of Certified Public Accountants. Serands clients in St. Paul, MN and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Thomas R O'Connell is a lawyer practicing estate planning, wills, trust law and 6 other areas of law
  • Thomas received a B.S.B. degree from University of Minnesota in 1969, and has been licensed for 49 years
  • Thomas practices at Collins, Buckley, Sauntry and Haugh, P.L.L.P. in St. Paul, MN

Practice Areas Explained

Thomas R O'Connell's Areas of Practice

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

Wills

Thomas R O'Connell is one of 34,541 wills attorneys indexed nationally. Browse wills attorneys in Minnesota →

Trusts

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Probate

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Estate Planning & Probate

An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.

Thomas R O'Connell is one of 226,536 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in Minnesota →

Business & Corporate Law

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

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Minnesota

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Thomas R O'Connell

Where is Thomas R O'Connell's law office located?
Thomas R O'Connell's law practice is located in St. Paul, Minnesota. The firm is Collins, Buckley, Sauntry and Haugh, P.L.L.P.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Thomas R O'Connell handle?
Thomas R O'Connell focuses on wills, trusts, probate, estate planning, business. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Minnesota.
How long has Thomas R O'Connell practiced law?
Thomas R O'Connell has 49+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1977.
Where did Thomas R O'Connell go to law school?
Thomas R O'Connell earned their education at (J.D., 1976); (B.S.B., 1969).
How can I contact Thomas R O'Connell for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Thomas R O'Connell received?
Thomas R O'Connell's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Hamline University
- 1976
B.S.B.
University of Minnesota
- 1969

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Minnesota
Admitted: 1977

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