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Jay Timothy O'Brien

Licensed for 44 years

Family Lawyer at Mokena, IL
Practice Areas: Family, Criminal Defense

19065 Hickory Creek Dr Ste 150, Mokena, IL

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Licenses

Licensed in Illinois for 44 years

State: Illinois

Acquired: 1981

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O'Brien & Somer

19065 Hickory Creek Dr Ste 150, Mokena, IL, 60448-8597

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4.4 /5.0

18 Client Reviews

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Posted by Jenell | July 14, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Best lawyer in town !!

Jay did an excellent job in helping me with my nasty divorce case and doing everything in his profession to help me and my girls. I would recommend him to anyone dealing with divorce and custody battle... Thanks Jay !

Posted by anonymous | November 18, 2014 | Divorce & Separation

Pleased Customer

Just wanted to take a few minutes and let people know about my experience with the Law Offices of Jay O'Brien. I recently went through a nasty divorce. Is there ever a good one? I hired a different lawyer at first because she was one of the cheaper quotes I received. Cheaper is not always better as ...I found out. Actually with all of the court continuances because she wasn't prepared ended up costing me hundreds of dollars each time she stepped in the court room to get another date on the docket. Finally I had enough and searched for other lawyers in my area and I came across this site and read some of the reviews and decided to call for an appointment. I'm glad I did. I knew that after being married for several years and having children under the age of 18, that I was going to have to pay something to the Ex. Jay was able to help me get a fair deal and actually brought things to the table that my first lawyer didn't even think about. I would highly recommend his office. I'm glad I came across this site and called.

Posted by Sher | July 25, 2014 | Divorce & Separation

I highly recommend Jay O'Brien

I highly recommend Jay O'Brien and his staff. A friend of mine had used Jay for her divorce and was very pleased so I gave his office a call when I found myself in the same situation. I wasn' in the best health or frame of mind when I went into his office. I had just lost both parents and now had ...to deal with a divorce. He was so compassionate to my situation. Whenever I had to speak to him, he would always start out the conversation with, "How are you feeling". He truly cares about people. A huge burden was lifted off my shoulders knowing that I didn' have to worry about the divorce because it was in his hands. He made me feel as if I was talking to a friend rather than an attorney. My case ended in my favor and I was very pleased with the outcome. I noticed when I was in the court room that he was highly respected by his peers. I can't say enough but how much this man has helped me and my family. I couldn't have come this far without his help. If you find yourself in a situation that you need legal advise, I would call his office and make an appointment to see him. You will not be disappointed.

Posted by anonymous | June 23, 2014 | Divorce & Separation

I was grossly disappointed!

I was so disappointed by my relationship with Mr. O'Brien. He is very disrespectful and not reliable when it comes to his word. He was very frustrated with my case, as I was, and because of some things that HE did not follow through on as a professional, it cost me quite a bit of money. After contact...ing other agencies I was informed that my attorney did not follow through with necessary paperwork, again, costing me. Instead of trying to make things right due to mistakes HE made, he blamed me and was very verbal in his frustration of my case instead of doing what is needed to conclude the madness. My ex-husband’s attorney got the best of him and he let it happened, at my cost, while bills continued to be emailed to me. He never even offered to make things right when there were areas I did the research but in court, things were not presented accurately, as a result, I lost and it cost me, but yet the demand for money is consistently coming. When I communicated my concerns and issues, I received very disrespectful communication with nothing but a threat regarding billing and pointing out my shortcomings and downfalls. I had a much better relationship with his associates and secretaries. THEY were responsive and kept me informed.

Posted by Carrie | July 05, 2013 | Divorce & Separation

CLASS ACT

Jay handled my divorce in 2008. He is extremely bright, very knowledgeable of the laws, and the complex court system. He doesn't leave a stone un-turned. He was gentle, when my emotions took over, but firm when needed. He saw it through all the way to the end, and showed up for every appointment and ...court date as scheduled. He came beyond prepared, even supplying a document that my soon-to-be x 's attorney did not have. Jay ate that other attorney for breakfast, had a relationship with the judge that was clearly mutual respect both ways. If you need an attorney, look no further than Jay O Brien. I am in need of help with custody, and I am going back to Jay for legal representation.

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Divorce and separation lawyer | Oct 14

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"I highly recommend Jay O'Brien. We worked on several cases as opposing counsels. Jay is dedicated to his clients and always extremely professional. I have sent personal friends to him and they were extremely pleased with his services."

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Divorce and separation lawyer | Nov 03

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Experience

Education

1981

DePaul University College of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

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