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John M O'Brien
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Biography
In 1996, I formed O'Brien & Zehnder Law Firm with one thought in mind: justice for every injured client. I represent a wide variety of personal injury cases, ranging from automobile and construction site accidents to products liability and wrongful death actions. In every case I take, I fight until I obtain full compensation.
I take the time to understand you, what makes your case unique, and how you want it to be handled. For me, you are someone who is deserving of my utmost attention and skill. At O'Brien & Zehnder Law Firm, we do everything possible to help you concentrate on your recovery.
Our firm's record over the past twenty years proves how successful we have been in achieving our goal of maximizing recovery. We have obtained many multi-million dollar jury verdicts and settlements across a wide array of personal injury cases.
O'Brien & Zehnder Law Firm offices are located in Elk Grove and Sacramento. In addition, I have been admitted to practice in all California courts, in the United States Court for the Northern and Eastern districts of California, and in the Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals. I am always willing and eager to assist clients with their questions or concerns.
Practice Areas
4
Practice Areas
Personal Injury
40%
36 years | 1,400 cases
Car Accident
30%
36 years | 800 cases
Trucking Accident
20%
36 years | 450 cases
Wrongful Death
10%
36 years | 200 cases
Fees and Rates
Cost
Contingency
33%-40%
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in California for 35 years
State: California
Acquired: 1990
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Location
O'Brien & Zehnder Law Firm
9401 E. Stockton Blvd, Suite 225, Elk Grove, CA, 95624
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Posted by Yesenia | July 03, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
Very pleased!
I was in a car accident when I was 7-8 months pregnant (fortunetly my baby was fine), a lady passed her red light and hit the car I was in (when it was our green light). I was advised to get an injury attorney. I was lucky to have found John O'Brien. At our consultation I was very impressed with his ...
Posted by Richard | April 09, 2014 | Lawsuits & Disputes
Honest, Smart and Effective attorney
I had no idea about the process of a lawsuit. Mr. O’Brien made everything really simple and easy to understand and I think I have asked over 100 questions and he was always available. Whenever I called him he would always get back to me as soon as possible. He was very professional and friendly in th...
Posted by Jerry | February 13, 2014 | Lawsuits & Disputes
Personal injury lawsuit
Mr. O’Brien, my family and I would like to thank you for all your help! I never thought that I could find such a trustworthy and reliable lawyer to help me with my accident. The settlement was more that I could of hoped for! Thank you very much and keep it up!
Posted by Paul C. Shelley | February 11, 2014 | Lawsuits & Disputes
Experienced lawyer
A friend who suffered from an accident in the past hired John to take care of his case and he recommended that I go talk to him too about my car accident. Needless to say, I was very impressed with his patience and willingness to explain everything in detail. I can say that he truly was the man for t...
Posted by Carrie | February 07, 2014 | Lawsuits & Disputes
Very pleased!
I am very pleased with the service I got from Mr. O’Brien! We treated my case with more professionalism that I thought I could get and my case was settled very fast. I’m really happy about the compensation I got too! Thank you!
John M O'Brien's Lawyer Endorsements
"Mr. Obrien is a superb attorney who is not afraid to fight toe to toe with large corporations in order to get large money verdicts or settlements for his clients. I highly recommend him if you are looking for an aggressive lawyer to advocate for on your behalf."
"Many years ago, Mr. O'Brien and I tried a case together in federal court. He was very well prepared and did an excellent job for his client. His good work resulted in victory in the case for his client. I have referred a number of cases to Mr. O'Brien over the years. The clients I have referred to him have all been pleased with Mr. O'Brien's top quality representation of them. Mr. O'Brien is professional and easy to get along with. I enthusiastically endorse him."
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"John is the type of attorney we need in the personal injury world. A Plaintiff's personal injury attorney requires: exceptional knowledge, hard work, communication skills, and compassion. John fits the bill. I endorse him unequivocally."
"Mr. O'Brien is a very well respected and effective attorney. His dedication to the law and his clients is admirable. Any client would be well served by his representation. I highly recommend him."
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"Mr. O'Brien is an extremely well respected personal injury lawyer that I endorse."
"I endorse this lawyer. John is a great attorney through and through. Keeping the integrity of the profession which is difficult in this day and age. A true professional."
"Hard to find a lawyer with the diversity and expertise that Mr. O'Brien possesses. My dear grandfather was a Maritime Attorney, and that's an area in which we need more attorneys. Listen to Mr. O'Brien."
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Experience
Honors
2019
Top Lawyer, Northern California Super Lawyers
2018
Top Lawyer, Sacramento Magazine
2016
AV® Preeminent™, Martindale-Hubbell
2015
Top Lawyer, Sacramento Magazine
2009
Trial Advocate of the Year, Capitol City Trial Lawyers Association
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American Jurisprudence Awards in Contracts, Constitutional Law,
Work Experience
1996 - Present
Director, Founding Partner, O'Brien & Zehnder Law Firm, P.C.
1990 - 1996
Associate Attorney, Brobeck Phleger & Harrison
Associations
2008 - Present
American Board of Trial AdvocatesAssociate Member
1996 - Present
United States Court of Appeals for the Ninth DistrictMember
1996 - Present
United States Supreme CourtMember
1990 - Present
American Bar AssociationMember
1990 - Present
United States District Court for the Southern District of CaliforniaAttorney Member
1990 - Present
United States District Court for the Northern District of CaliforniaAttorney Member
1990 - Present
United States District Court for the Eastern District of CaliforniaAttorney Member
1990 - Present
United States District Court for the Central District of CaliforniaAttorney Member
1990 - Present
All California State CourtsAttorney Member
1990 - Present
Consumer Attorneys of SacramentoMember
1990 - Present
Sacramento County Superior CourtMember
1990 - Present
Sacramento County Bar AssociationAttorney Member
Consumer Attorneys of California
Member
Capitol City Trial Lawyers Association
Member
American Association for Justice
Member
State Bar of California
Member
1988 - 1990
University of Southern California Law ReviewMember
Sample of Legal Cases
Wrongful Death Claim
$2,500,000
Work Site Injury
$2,000,000
Education
1990
University of Southern California Law School
JD - Juris Doctor
1987
University of the Pacific
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2013
Business Leader Spotlight Show
Why Do People Need a Personal Injury Attorney?
Publications
2014
Rutherford Publishing House
A Cup Of Coffee With 10 Of The Top Personal Injury Attorneys In The United States: Valuable insights you should know before you settle your case
2013
Various Blog Articles
Personal Injury Blog
Languages
English
Spanish
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Guides
Legal Answers
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