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Michele N. O'Brien
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Michele N. O'Brien

5.0
3 reviews

Two River Way, Suite 1080, Houston, TX 77056

Estate Planning, Estate Planning for the Disabled, Trusts and Estates and 8 more

About Michele N. O'Brien

Texas Mediator Credentialing Association (TCMA) Credentialed Distinguished 2011. Solo Practitioner 1985—, Alternative Dispute Resolution Provider (mediation/ arbitration) 1989—, Board Certified in Estate Planning and Probate by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization ((1997—), AAA Panel Member Commercial Case Arbitration, Consumer Case Arbitration, Expedited Arbitration, AAA Panel Member Mediation (1989—).
Alternative Dispute Resolution Experience in Class Action Settlements (4) Arbitration and Mediation
(1994-2001).
Fellow: Life

 

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Champion Badge Silver

At least three reviews and a score of 4.0 or higher.

Michele N. O'Brien got this award in 2021

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Wills and Probate
Posted by Anne
February 17, 2025
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anneduggan1@me.com Today I met with Michele O'Brien regarding a will. in 2023, Ms. O'Brien handled a similar case for me and I was very satisfied with how it was completed. Not being of the legal profession, (I was a bit nervous in 2023), but today, in 2025, I felt confident that she was the one managing my documents. It was a pleasant, efficient and professional experience. I left her office feeling very satisfied.

 
Wills and Probate
Posted by Anne
March 01, 2023
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I found MOB law practice through an internet search. I read every word, every line on the website and decided that Michele O'Brien's law practice was appropriate to accomplish what I needed to have done. (Wills and Probate). I have been completely satisfied with the process, from my first nervous interaction to the final satisfied conclusion. She made the process easy and gave me confidence as the process went forward by explaining the steps. Not long-winded, but precisely what I needed to know with each incremental step. I am grateful and relieved with the final product.

 
Trusts and Estates
Posted by anonymous
December 29, 2010
Hired Attorney

Used her to set up a Special Needs Trust - extremely helpful and knowledgeable.

Services

Areas of Law

  • Trusts and Estates 2
    • Estate Planning
    • Asset Protection
  • Business Law
  • Alternative Dispute Resolution 2
    • Arbitration
    • Mediation
  • Other 5
    • Estate Planning for the Disabled
    • Wills
    • Probate
    • Guardianship
    • Estate Administration

Practice Details

  • Payment Information
    Payment & Cost Features
    Free initial consultation
    Fixed hourly rates
    Fixed fees available
  • Firm Information
    Position
    Managing Partner
    Firm Name
    Law Office of Michele O'Brien, P.C.
    Firm Onwership
    Minority Owned
  • Pro Bono Services
    Time Spent on Pro Bono Work: 10%

    Dispute Resolution Center (Houston Bar Association) mediation

  • Additional Links
    http://www.mob-law.com

Experience

  • Bar Admission & Memberships
    Admissions
    1979, Pennsylvania
    1984, Texas
    1985, U.S. District Court, Southern District of Texas
    Memberships
    Houston Bar Association (Trust, Estate and Probate Section
    Alternative Dispute Resolution Section-Chair 2000-2001), Pennsylvania and American Bar Associations
    State Bar of Texas (Member, Alternative Dispute Resolution, Probate and Trust Section)
    American Arbitration Association
    Association of Attorney-Mediators (AAM) 1992—, FINRA Public Panel Member.
    Bar Fellowship
    of the Texas Bar Association, Life Fellow of the Houston Bar Association.
  • Education & Certifications
    Law School
    Villanova University
    Class of 1979
    J.D.
    Taxation

    Villanova University
    Class of 1983
    LL.M.
    Taxation
    Other Education
    University of Delaware
    Class of 1975
    B.A.
    Legal Certifications
    Board Certified, Estate Planning and Probate Law, Texas Board of Legal Specialization
  • Personal Details & History
    Hobbies & Interests
    golf as an excuse to travel, reading Classics

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Managing Partner at Law Office of Michele O'Brien, P.C.
5.0
3 reviews

Sage Plaza, Two River Way, Suite 1080Houston, TX 77056U.S.A.

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Fax: 713-961-3082
Office Hours:
  • Monday 07:30 AM - 05:30 PM
  • Tuesday 07:30 AM - 05:30 PM
  • Wednesday 07:30 AM - 05:30 PM
  • Thursday 07:30 AM - 05:30 PM
  • Friday 07:30 AM - 05:30 PM
  • Saturday By appointment
  • Sunday By appointment

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    Michele N. O'Brien was admitted in 1979 to the State of Pennsylvania.
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    Law Office of Michele O'Brien, P.C. was established in 1985.
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