Deirdre A M O'Brien

I worked with Deirdre for several years. She represented me initially in my divorce. Later she was super helpful on modifications to increase support as Situations changed. Deirdre was always immediately responsive, her staff was responsive as well. all in all I was super satisfied with Deirdre’s re...presentation. She treated both me and my ex-husband with dignity at all times. She is a class act. I would recommend her highly and have recommended her to many of my friends who are very pleased with her services. I found her billing practices impeccable. She sent me a monthly statement and I always knew exactly where I stood. She kept very good records and I felt I got very good value for my money. I found her prices were in the general range of lawyers in the area. I was only ever billed for services that I requested. She explained exactly what was going on at every step of the way and I understood what was going to happen before we got to court. The staff was great. I have no hesitation in recommending Deirdre.

Deirdre handled my divorce several years ago. At the time I was so traumatized, I didn't know which end was up. I felt I had to go along with things that I was uncomfortable with, because I couldn't afford a trial. The judge was leaving early, and she had a client waiting in her office. It was only m...y life hanging in the balance that day. It was wham bam, thank you, Ma'am, and my head was spinning. Years later, I consulted her and she said, "Sorry the laws changed." I am in dire straits financially, as well as physically, while my ex lives high off the hog with wife #3. Deirdre said she couldn't help me. I am quite certain she won't spend a minute thinking about the reality I am barely holding on in. She needs some compassion. There but for the grace of God, go I.

Deirdre O'Brien gets the job done. She doesn't waste anybody's time. I thought that her rates were extremely fair. She has a lot of energy and moves things along quickly. I have recommended her to several friends who were also extremely satisfied with her services. She definitely knows her way around... the courtroom. She will help to make the process of Divorce significantly less painful.

From my first meeting, Deirdre set realistic expectations and fully explained the process, costs and how best to proceed in a financially responsible way. She helped me understand all my options, risks and set realistic expectations. She told me when it was prudent to dig in and fight and yet was c...lear not to waste my money on issues that would result in legal fees greater than the value of 'the win.' She helped me stay objective and not let my emotions overrule good judgement. She reminded me on several occasions not to take the bait of my ex-husband or be intimidated by his lawyer, and clarified for me the Judge is the only one that decides when people cannot agree. Because she billed monthly, there were never any surprises and it was easy to track and understand the fees. I hope I never have to go back to divorce court, but if I do, I would absolutely have Deirdre at my side. I have already recommended her to two friends and they feel as lucky to have her as a their partner as I did.

Attorney O'Brien helped me every step of the way through a really bad situation. There we many dynamics to my divorce with my ex being involved in with drugs, stealing and dealing. Just messy! We lost our house due to a short sale. It was a living nightmare. Deirdre was instrumental in helping me... come back from such a horrible situation. She took time to get to know me, and she provided feedback aside from just supporting the legal aspects. She recommended books and groups that I could join to help through the emotional part of my situation. I feel that Deirdre's best quality is her honest approach. She keeps reality in check and she knows the laws inside and out and approaches the situation with real life perspective. She is up front on the costs, and she wont make you fight for something that she knows wont fly in the courts eyes. I still refer back to Deirdre with questions and concerns that arise and she responds to me almost immediately. She also always takes the time out to ask about me, my son and how my life is at that time, she truly cares about me as a person, not just a client. She is often my sound board and when things get foggy through the ups and downs of life after divorce, she provides advise that helps me make the best decisions for my son and I. I could even go as far to say that I consider her a mentor.