Deborah F. O'Brien, Esq.

Deborah F. O'Brien, Esq. Deborah F. O'Brien has been a partner at Ihrie O'Brien for more than three decades. Located in St. The types of matters that Ms. Ms. Martindale-Hubbell?

Clair Shores, Michigan, she provides family law representation to her clients throughout the Detroit metropolitan region. O'Brien handles include divorce and the accompanying legal issues such as child custody and support, property and debt division, alimony, and order modifications. Many of these matters are resolved through mediation and negotiations. She also has extensive experience with adopt

ions, child support enforcement, and the obtaining of protective orders for clients who have been the victims of domestic violence or abuse. A graduate of the University of Michigan, where she received a Bachelor of Arts in 1979, Ms. O'Brien pursued her legal education at what was then known as the Detroit College of Law and was awarded her Juris Doctor in 1983. She is admitted to practice before all Michigan state courts. O'Brien is regularly appointed to serve as a parenting coordinator and mediator by family court judges. She is often asked to deliver presentations to groups of attorneys on topics related to her practice area, and she has contributed numerous articles to legal publications. Highly respected by her fellow professionals, Ms. O'Brien has received an AV Preeminent* peer review rating through Martindale-Hubbell and a "Superb" peer review rating through Avvo. An active participant in several legal organizations, she has served as co-chair of the Family Law Committee of the Macomb County Bar Association. O'Brien has also been a member of the board of directors of the Macomb County Bar Foundation, a nonprofit organization, and she is active with the March of Dimes in her area.

*AV?, AV Preeminent?, Martindale-Hubbell Distinguished and Martindale-Hubbell Notable are certification marks used under license in accordance with the Martindale-Hubbell certification procedures, standards and policies. is the facilitator of a peer review rating process. Ratings reflect the anonymous opinions of members of the bar and the judiciary. Peer Review Rating? fall into two categories ? legal ability and general ethical standards

Deborah F. O'Brien, Esq. will make the divorce process easier to navigate by finding the best option for the case at han...
08/17/2023

Deborah F. O'Brien, Esq. will make the divorce process easier to navigate by finding the best option for the case at hand. Visit our website to learn more. https://bit.ly/2VonG6B

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08/15/2023

In the state of Michigan, child custody agreements can be modified at the request of either parent until the child is 18 years old.

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08/12/2023

The road to divorce is long and filled with struggles. What was the one obstacle that made you decide it was best to separate from your spouse?

"There is no such thing as a perfect parent so just be a real one." -Sue Atkins
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"There is no such thing as a perfect parent so just be a real one." -Sue Atkins

We understand how complex the legal system can seem to people who aren't familiar with it. That's why we go above and be...
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We understand how complex the legal system can seem to people who aren't familiar with it. That's why we go above and beyond to represent our clients.

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Helpful Tip: Be flexible.
Life happens, and nothing fits in a shared custody mold. Don’t let an occasional extra hour become a big deal.

From the highs to the lows, Deborah F. O'Brien, Esq. will fight for the rights of our client, their children, and their ...
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From the highs to the lows, Deborah F. O'Brien, Esq. will fight for the rights of our client, their children, and their family. Visit our website to schedule a consultation today. https://bit.ly/2VonG6B

We are committed to providing personalized attention and tailored legal strategies to help each client navigate the lega...
07/21/2023

We are committed to providing personalized attention and tailored legal strategies to help each client navigate the legal system and achieve the best possible outcome. We provide unwavering support and guidance. Visit our website to learn more. https://www.deborahfobrien.com/

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Do you know what your parents' long-term care directives are?

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07/12/2023

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It is common to sign a prenuptial agreement before getting married. Do you plan to get married soon?
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It is common to sign a prenuptial agreement before getting married. Do you plan to get married soon?

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24055 Jefferson Avenue
Saint Clair Shores, MI
48080

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Thursday 8:30am - 5pm
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