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Tom attended Washington University in St. Louis, Missouri, where he earned his Bachelor of Science in Engineering and was awarded his law degree thereafter. After law school, he spent two wonderful years as a professional musician, playing banjo with Your Father’s Mustache in nightclubs across the United States. He still enjoys occasional performances with Antioch's Dixie Dudes.
Tom eventually landed in Chicago, passed the Illinois bar in 1968 and has dedicated his life to the practice of law ever since. He was admitted to the Wisconsin Bar in 1980 and remains one of just a few attorneys practicing daily in two different states. His fluency in both states’ laws, especially in family law and bankruptcy law has proven an invaluable aid to clients in interstate matters.
In 1994, Tom was admitted to the Federal bar in Michigan and participated in the Embrace Systems case, a famous Grand Rapids bankruptcy trial for which the opinion is 42 pages long. He is also licensed in Missouri.
Tom's unique skill is his ability to rapidly assimilate the details of a case, providing a quick analysis and response to nearly any legal issue presented. This skill, coupled with his extensive network of contacts and unshakable integrity has earned Tom the loyalty of clients from St. Louis to Milwaukee, most of whom entrust him with all of their legal matters.
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Chat withState: Wisconsin
Acquired: 1980
No misconduct found
State: Illinois
Acquired: 1968
No misconduct found
State: Missouri
Acquired: 1966
No misconduct found
950 Main Street, Antioch, IL, 60002
18 Client Reviews
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Posted by Rich | October 02, 2020 | Hired Attorney
Thanks Tom!
Tom has been working for my family for well over 10 years. Whenever we need good solid legal advice or action, we just call Tom. He's always listens, then he explains the law, and how it applies to our particular situation(s). Good people.
Posted by Lana | September 30, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
Excellent all around
I hired Tom for help in a difficult post divorce case. Tom is extremely knowledgeable and helpful in all aspects of divorce and post divorce proceedings. His ability to work in both Illinois and Wisconsin was extremely helpful. And my case ended with the absolute best possible outcome! I would reco...
Posted by anonymous | October 25, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
Beware
He will take your money,but he wont fight for you..He was late to our first court date,didnt say 20 words..he didnt present ANY of my evidence which would have contradicted the opposing parties lies,he didnt do any preparation for trial or closing arguments,he let the opposing attorney/party walk all...
Posted by Kathy | October 20, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
Family Law
At our initial consultation visit, Mr. O'Brien spent time with me, asked a lot of questions and took notes. After hiring Mr. O’Brien, I met with him on a couple of occasions. He gathered information, contacted the people he said he would and followed through with what he said he would do. Thanks ...
Posted by Katie | December 08, 2014 | Bankruptcy & Debt
A lawyer you can trust
I have worked with a few different lawyers in my lifetime. I was always unsure whether the lawyer was steering me into what was the right choice for me or the right choice for him, a choice that would drag out my case and make him more money. I worked with Tom on a bankruptcy. I learned so much in ou...
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Criminal defense lawyer
2012 - Present
Owner, Law Offices Thomas C. O'Brien
1996 - 2006
Partner, Gagliardi, O'Brien, Braden & Olson
1982 - 1996
Partner, O'Brien & Barbahen
1966 - 1968
Patent Department intern, Monsanto Company
1999 - Present
Lake County Bar Associationmember
1980 - Present
State Bar of Wisconsinmember
1980 - Present
Kenosha County Bar Associationmember
1966 - Present
Missouri State Barmember
1966
JD - Juris Doctor
1963
BSChemE
2012
Bankruptcy
1992
Legal Issues In Construction
English
Legal Answers
My state is a no fault state but does that mean I won't get any kind of justice etc for the things he's done?
03 Nov 2021
I live in Wisconsin, grandson lives in Colorado Springs. I am looking to pursue grandparent visitation. How do I go about it?
02 Nov 2021
When filing for divorce does a deceased child need to be listed? A pregnancy by an outside party?
12 Mar 2021