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Patrick O'Brien is a former prosecutor that is licensed to practice law in the State of Illinois. He received his Juris Doctorate from the John Marshall Law School in Chicago. He has experience handling cases ranging from traffic offenses and DUI's to criminal felony charges and personal injuries. Patrick O'Brien has personally litigated hundreds of trials and has worked tirelessly to advocate for his clients.
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Acquired: 2012
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Posted by Robert | July 20, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
Great Representation!!
Mr. O'Brien took on my case. When we had our day in court, he presented an Oral argument, that persuaded judement in our favor! It was a controversial issue, with high potential for a negative outcome. However, he successfully navigated us to a legal Win!! I would highly recommend his firm for repre...
Posted by Kathy | May 07, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Speeding & Traffic Ticket
Personable and Thorough
When I called to initially schedule my free consultation with Patrick O'Brien, I was able to meet with him the next day. Even though my case pertained to minor traffic citations, Mr. O'Brien treated them as a priority. He took his time to answer all my questions. He was pleasant and knowledgeable. He...
Posted by anonymous | April 26, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Speeding & Traffic Ticket
Charged for driving over 25-34 mph
I had originally hired Mr.Lawson, Mr.O'Brien's partner, for my case where I was charged for a Class B misdemeanor for speeding. Due to being out of town, Mr.O'Brien ended up representing me at court. My fine was cut to a minimum and the major charge dropped. Mr.O'Brien and Mr.Lawson both delivered ex...
Posted by Terrance | June 28, 2015
Great attorney
Mr. O'Brien was all the things you'd hope for in an attorney. He was responsive, extremely knowledgable and worked very hard to bring my case to a satisfactory conclusion. I felt like I was always in good hands. Good, caring and responsive attorney are hard to find so look no further.
Posted by anonymous | November 23, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Another joke of an "Attorney"! Kankakee's finest
I will be brief but to the point. First off just buy seeing there has not been any reviews that are remotely recent I am sure the real posts get deleted. 2nd explained the case in great detail before hiring him, was reassured he could handle it no problem. Yet the following 6 court appearances was a...
"Patrick is an attentive and conscientious attorney. He is aggressive, intelligent and thorough. As a former prosecutor and public defender, he knows both sides of criminal defense. I recommend him to anyone."
"I endorse this lawyer. He truly cares about his client. He is a "gloves off" fighter. If I have a conflict on a case I often recommend him."
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2014 - Present
Attorney/Partner, Lawson & O'Brien, P.C.
2012 - 2014
Assistant State's Attorney, Kankakee County State's Attorney
2008 - 2011
Law Clerk, Hennessy & Roach, PC
2013 - Present
Kankakee Bar AssociationMember
2013 - Present
Illinois State Bar AssociationMember
Judgment Notwithstanding the Verdict Granted (acquittal)
2012
JD - Juris Doctor
2006
Undergraduate
2013
Illinois Traffic Law
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