Kevin M. O’Brien

Kevin M. O’Brien is an expert estate planning lawyer and helps clients plan for the future, manage probate matters, and handle real estate and contract concerns at O’Brien Law, P.C. His work includes wills, trusts, powers of attorney, health care directives, estates, guardianships, closings, contract review, buy-sell agreements, lease negotiations, and related matters. He has also litigated civil and criminal cases in Connecticut State courts for over forty years, giving clients steady guidance when legal choices affect their property, families, assets, and long-term plans with confidence.

Kevin earned a B.A. in History from Saint Anselm College in Manchester, New Hampshire. He later earned a J.D. from Suffolk University Law School in Boston, Massachusetts. These degrees helped build the research, writing, judgment, and problem-solving skills used in estate planning, probate, real estate, contracts, and litigation. His academic background also supports clear communication with clients who often need practical legal advice in difficult or unfamiliar situations.

Kevin has built a long law career through service in many legal roles. He has served as a Fact Finder Arbitrator, non-judicial officer, Small Claims Commissioner, Town Attorney for East Windsor, President of the Manchester Bar Association, and Town Attorney for Manchester. These positions reflect experience with public matters, local government, dispute review, and courtroom practice. His career also includes helping clients understand documents, protect rights, resolve conflicts, and move matters forward with professional, informed care.

Kevin M. O’Brien helps people by bringing order to important legal decisions. In estate planning, he assists clients with documents that protect wishes and guide trusted decision makers. In probate, he helps families and fiduciaries address estates and guardianships. In real estate and contract matters, he reviews terms, supports closings, and helps clients avoid preventable problems. His experience in civil and criminal litigation gives clients practical support, clear direction, and professional advocacy through many complex legal challenges.

Law Office Affiliations

• Partner, O’Brien Law, P.C.
• Member, Connecticut Bar Association
• Past President, Manchester Bar Association

Licensed State

• Connecticut

Education

• Suffolk University Law School
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• Saint Anselm College in Manchester
  Bachelor of Arts (BA)

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