Deborah F. O'Brien

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Deborah F. O'Brien

4.5
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 42 years

Family Lawyer at Saint Clair Shores, MI
Practice Areas: Family, Government, Entertainment ... +2 more

24055 Jefferson Ave Ste 2000, Saint Clair Shores, MI

About Deborah

Biography

Practice Areas

5

Practice Areas

Alimony 20%

20%
Child Custody 20%

20%
Entertainment 20%

20%
Family 20%

20%
Government 20%

20%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Retainer

Always


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

Awards

AV Preeminent Peer Review Rating

Licenses

Licensed in Michigan for 42 years

State: Michigan

Acquired: 1983

Active in Good Standing

No misconduct found

Location

Ihrie O'Brien

24055 Jefferson Ave Ste 2000, Saint Clair Shores, MI, 48080-1514

www.ihrieobrienlaw.com

Ihrie O'Brien

24055 Jefferson Avenue, Suite 2000, St. Clair Shores, MI, 48080

www.ihrieobrienlaw.com

Deborah F. O'Brien's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.5 /5.0

8 Client Reviews

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Posted by Cheri | April 08, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Family

Amazing Lawyer!!! Staff is amazing too!!!

I have been in the legal system unfortunately since before my daughter was born and I had a case for what was best for my daughter. Deborah took the case on quickly and did beyond what was expected. She was extremely thorough and steered me in the right direction on how the case could be won by pr...oviding facts. I could tell she genuinely wanted what was best for my daughter which was priceless. She kept me up to date on all activities and was caring all the while. Her thoroughness was impeccable and was a great benefit to my case which I believe achieved winning the case. I’m beyond happy knowing that my daughter will have the best opportunities that she could be given and it’s because of the tenacity Deborah has. I would refer anyone seeking help to contact her and her team. Her staff was also a great asset and always so caring, available and helpful!

Posted by Dawn | March 21, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Call her!

Divorce can be so traumatic, but Deborah and her staff did everything they could to not only get me great results, but encourage and advise me along the way. My divorce was ugly and contentious - but Deborah fought so hard and got me exactly what I wanted. If you're looking for a family law attorne...y - look no further.

Posted by Alyssa | July 11, 2013 | Family

Phenomenal Lawyer, Deborah is the BEST attorney for Family Law!

Family Law/custody and divorce disputes can be one of the most stressful and expensive experiences people go through in life. I can't stress enough, the IMPORTANCE of choosing your lawyer cautiously. Many lawyers will bring you in for a consultation, listen to your concerns, make you endless promises... that they can deliver exactly the outcome you want. However most of the time the results differentiate. I was married for a short period of time, and went through a brutal divorce that took more than a year and a half to finalize. I was extremely unhappy with the results I had gotten, with my previous attorney. Lawyers will stress to not switch your attorney, and to stay with the same lawyer throughout the process. In the future when a custody issue had arisen, I did my research, and I chose to go with Deborah. She took on my case very last minute, and got me in for a quick consultation. She is not only extremely knowledgeable, but she is trust worthy and honest. She will tell you the truth, and let you know exactly what possible outcomes your case will have, which is very crucial. Deborah's strategic problem solving skills helps dissipate the conflict quickly and effectively. One thing that stood out the most, and which is of significant importance, is the relationship she establishes with her clients. Your case is more than "work" to her. She is able to be empathetic and understanding to you as a person, which establishes trust. She is one of the very few (If there are any) lawyers that actually cares about your well-being and you as a person and individual. She lets you know in advance and prepares you for court, explains to you exactly what will be taking place. Deborah has an impeccable reputable reputation. She carries herself with the utmost respect, and gives her clients, wise and beneficial advise, on whatever you are going through at the time. Deborah O'brien passion for Family law radiates from the results she attains for her clients. Her caring nature, and expression of concern for the situation shows that your case means much more to her then just a paycheck. For Family Law, Deborah is absolutely the only option one should have. Her work is proficient and efficient. If your court case is at 8:45 she is at the courthouse at 8:15 preparing. Lawyers are a dime a dozen, and most of them will deliver mediocre results. Deborah's humanitarian nature and love for people truly sets her apart from the rest. With all of my experience, and consultations with numerous lawyers, I can honestly and whole-heartedly tell you to put your trust in this woman. Deborah has been the biggest blessing in my life, and quickly dissolved a constant on-going detrimental custody battle that seemed as if it would never end. Years of fighting was finally put to rest with one court date with deborah. I am so thankful for her services, and so exuberantly happy with the results. Debbie is A MUST!

Posted by Rebecca | March 15, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Family

Do not hire

I hired Deborah O'Brien to represent myself in a family law case. Mrs. O'Brien blatantly lied to me, required multiple revisions of legal documentation due to incompetence, and exceeded acceptable time frames to prepare legal documentation all to increase billings. Mrs. O'Brien never once submitted a... single file to the court nor made a court appearance, yet I was charged thousands and thousands of dollars. I had to hire another lawyer due to her incompetence and deceitfulness and thankfully my legal paperwork was completed within an appropriate time frame, successful and billed appropriately. Do not hire her.

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2025

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2017

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2013

Kimberly M. Cahill Civility Award, Macomb County Bar Association

2001

Pro Bono Award, Macomb County Bar Association

N/A

AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

Work Experience

1983 - Present

Partner, Ihrie O'Brien

1900 - Present

Member, Ihrie O'Brien

Associations

2015 - Present

Macomb County Bar Foundation

Director

2015 - Present

Macomb County Bar Association

Co-Chair of the Family Law Committee

Education

1983

Detroit College of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1979

University of Michigan

BA

Publications

Languages

English

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