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Brian Lee O'Shaughnessy
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Licensed in Georgia for 2 years
State: Georgia
Acquired: 2023
No misconduct found
Licensed in Tennessee for 19 years
State: Tennessee
Acquired: 2007
No misconduct found
Location
Law Offices of Brian Lee O'Shaughnessy
735 Broad Street, Suite 1000, Chattanooga, TN, 37402
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Case Results (31)
Recommendation (22)
Advocacy (21)
Professionalism (18)
Responsiveness (14)
Character & Conduct (12)
Communication Style (12)
General Knowledge (8)
Trustworthiness (7)
Compassion (4)
Cost of Services (4)
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Showing 1 - 3 of 3 reviews | Punctuality
Posted by James | July 18, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
He cleaned up the mess
I got into a mess with a neighbor, almost as many charges as days in a month. Brian explained up front what he thought the entire process would be, showed up in another court twice for hearings that were an extension of this case ( and won) and in between dealt with and set up appropriately with nece...
Posted by Gary | August 21, 2012 | Criminal Defense
can finally breathe again....
I was arrested for two crimes I didn't commit so we needed a good lawyer. Trusted friends told us about Brian. After an interview we decided they were right about him. We had to go back to court five times due to the state not getting it together, but finally after six months Brian got the case...
Posted by Greg | July 06, 2011 | Lawsuits & Disputes
Ill-prepared
Brian did not properly prepare for trial, was late to court, asked few questions, and prepared a defense that was not allowed by the court in which he was representing. He made no fee concessions for poor performance and did no follow-up following the trial.
Brian O'Shaughnessy
Replied last July 25, 2011I did not represent Greg at trial, he retained me to represent him at a revocation hearing after already being found guilty of an underlying offense. The grounds for his revocation were several potential new charges, similar in character to his original offense. Although Greg was revoked, through negotiations with the prosecution, he was not charged with any new offenses. Because of this, we were able to prevent many potential years in custody. Although I wish the outcome to every case could be exactly as a client desires, such expectations are not always justified. Attorneys must prepare the best possible defense for a set of facts, but attorneys cannot change the facts.
Brian Lee O'Shaughnessy's Lawyer Endorsements
"Brian is a fantastic attorney. He diligently represents his clients through all aspects of litigation. He's a strong advocate in the courtroom and is highly recommended by fellow members of the bar."
"Brian is an excellent attorney. I frequently see him in court, and he is always a strong advocate for his clients. I highly recommend him."
"Brian and I have worked together on several matters over the past few years. I endorse this attorney without hesitation!"
"I endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse Brian. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."
"Brian O'Shaughnessy is an exceptional criminal defense attorney. He works hard for his clients, and it pays off. He consistently gets outstanding results."
"For many years, I have referred criminal matters to Brian O'Shaunessy who has always delivered a conscientious, devoted and powerful defense to his clients, no matter how steep the challenge. And I will continue to refer him business in the futre."
"Brian consistently achieves excellent results for his clients. He goes above and beyond to ensure that his clients receive the best representation possible, whether that's filing briefs, arguing in open court, or negotiating with prosecutors. Brian is hard-working and very bright. If I had a family member or friend in need of a criminal defense, Brian is who I would call."
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Experience
Honors
2016
2016 Mid-South Rising Stars, Super Lawyers Magazine
2015
2015 Mid-South Rising Stars, Super Lawyers Magazine
2014
2014 Mid-South Rising Stars, Super Lawyers Magazine
2013
2013 Mid-South Rising Stars, Super Lawyers Magazine
2012
2012 Mid-South Rising Stars, Super Lawyers Magazine
Work Experience
2011 - Present
Partner, O'Shaughnessy & Carter, PLLC
2012 - 2014
Adjunct Professor, University Of Tennessee At Chattanooga
2010 - 2014
Adjunct Professor, Chattanoga State Community College
2007 - 2010
Owner, Brian L. O'Shaughnessy, Attorney at Law
Associations
2012 - Present
Federal Defender Services of Eastern Tennessee, Inc.Board of Directors
2008 - Present
Chattanooga Association of Criminal Defense LawyersMember
2006 - Present
Boy Scouts of America - National Eagle Scout AssociationLifetime Member
2010 - 2016
CJA Panel Committee for the Eastern District of Tennessee at ChattanoogaCommittee Member
2010 - 2011
Chattanooga Federal Bar AssociationSocial Chair
2009 - 2009
Chattanooga Bar AssociationBoard of Directors
2009 - 2009
Chattanooga Bar Association, Young Lawyers DivisionPresident
2009 - 2011
Legal Aid of East TennesseeBoard of Directors
2008 - 2010
Legal Aid of East TennesseeAnnual Campaign Committee
2008 - 2010
Justices Ray L. Brock, Jr. - Robert E. Cooper American Inn of CourtAssociate Member
2007 - 2010
Chattanooga Bar Association, Young Lawyers DivisionBoard of Directors
Sample of Legal Cases
State v. D.B.
Charges reduced to reckless driving.
State v. K.M.
Case dismissed on appeal of certified question.
State v. R.H.
Dismissed.
State v. G.K.
Dismissed.
State v. C.M.
Dismissed.
State v. J.B.
Dismissed.
Stave v. I.M.
Dismissed.
State v. J.J.
Charges reduced to reckless driving.
State v. R.U.
Dismissed.
State v. S.S.
Charges reduced to reckless driving.
State v. J.D.
Acquittal.
Education
2006
University of Tennessee College of Law
Juris Doctorate
2001
University of Florida
B.A.
1999
Universität von Mannheim
Publications
2006
Kansas Journal of Law and Public Policy
The Growing Need for an Alternative to the AMT
2006
The Tennessee Journal of Business Law
Post-merger Continuation of a Consolidated Group after Its Common Parent Merged Downstream into a Subsidiary
2005
The Tennessee Journal of Business Law
Tomorrow’s Tax Issues and Yesterday’s Tax Laws
Languages
German
Activity
Legal Answers