Atty. William Scott O'Brien

Atty. William Scott O'Brien

William Scott O'Brien is a lawyer practicing creditors rights, commercial bankruptcy, general practice. William received a B.S. degree from Michigan Technological University in 1968, and has been licensed for 54 years.

Watertown Watertown 54 yrs experience 54 year
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About William Scott O'Brien at a glance

William Scott O'Brien is a Member based in Watertown, New York, practicing at William Scott O'Brien. They have 54+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1972. Their practice focuses on bankruptcy, creditor rights, and civil rights. Admitted to practice in Ohio (Inactive ) (1972) and U.S. District Court, Northern District of Ohio and U.S. Supreme Court (1972). Educated at Ohio Northern University (J .D., 1972) and Michigan Technological University (B.S., 1968). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Findlay/Hancock County (President, 1987 Chairman: Unauthorized Practice of Law Committee, 1980-1984 Grievance Committee, 1986-1989), Northwest Ohio and Ohio State Bar Associations. Serands clients in Watertown, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • William Scott O'Brien is a lawyer practicing creditors rights, commercial bankruptcy, general practice
  • William received a B.S. degree from Michigan Technological University in 1968, and has been licensed for 54 years
  • William practices at William Scott O'Brien in Watertown, NY

Practice Areas Explained

William Scott O'Brien's Areas of Practice

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

Bankruptcy & Debt

A bankruptcy attorney can help you eliminate debt, stop creditor harassment, and protect your home through Chapter 7 or Chapter 13.

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Creditor Rights & Collections

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Civil Rights

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in New York

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

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Common questions about William Scott O'Brien

Where is William Scott O'Brien's law office located?
William Scott O'Brien's law practice is located in Watertown, New York. The firm is William Scott O'Brien. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does William Scott O'Brien handle?
William Scott O'Brien focuses on bankruptcy, creditor rights, civil rights. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New York.
How long has William Scott O'Brien practiced law?
William Scott O'Brien has 54+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1972.
Where did William Scott O'Brien go to law school?
William Scott O'Brien earned their education at (J .D., 1972); (B.S., 1968).
How can I contact William Scott O'Brien for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has William Scott O'Brien received?
William Scott O'Brien's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J .D.
Ohio Northern University
- 1972
B.S.
Michigan Technological University
- 1968

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Ohio (Inactive )
Admitted: 1972
U.S. District Court, Northern District of Ohio and U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 1972

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