Timothy K. O’Brien

Timothy K. O’Brien is a New Hampshire attorney whose practice focuses on estate planning, elder law, probate, and trust administration. He helps individuals and families prepare for the future through deliberate, proactive planning. His work centers on explaining available options, clarifying how each choice may affect a client’s circumstances, and developing practical plans suited to personal needs and long-term goals.

O’Brien earned a B.A. from Bowdoin College in Brunswick, Maine. He later received his J.D. from the Columbus School of Law at The Catholic University of America in Washington, D.C. He is admitted to practice law in New Hampshire. His education provides a strong foundation for analyzing estate and elder law issues, communicating complex choices clearly, and helping clients make informed decisions about their property, families, and future care.

Before returning to private practice in New Hampshire in 2023, O’Brien served as a special agent with the Federal Bureau of Investigation in its New York field office. He previously practiced law in Laconia, concentrating on estate planning and probate administration. His broader legal background also includes landlord-tenant matters, criminal defense, and family law. This varied experience supports his careful approach to planning, administration, and the practical concerns that often accompany important legal decisions.

Timothy K. O’Brien combines legal experience with a straightforward, client-focused approach to estate planning, elder law, and probate. As a member of the New Hampshire Bar Association’s Real Estate and Estate Planning sections, he remains engaged with areas closely connected to his practice. He works to give clients a clearer understanding of their options and helps them put thoughtful plans in place for future needs, estate administration, and family responsibilities.

Law Office Affiliations

• Attorney, Upton & Hatfield, LLP
• Member, New Hampshire Bar Association, Real Estate and Estate Planning sections

Licensed State

• New Hampshire

Education

• Columbus School of Law
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• Bowdoin College in Brunswick
  Bachelor of Arts (BA)