Jim O’Brien
About Mr. O’Brien
James “Jim” O’Brien is an experienced litigator specializing in civil litigation, mass torts, and personal injury law. After graduating from Notre Dame Law School, he built a reputation for handling complex pharmaceutical and medical device litigation, as well as a broad range of personal injury cases, including vehicle accidents, fire and drowning fatalities, and product liability claims. His legal career is bolstered by his experience clerking for federal judges, including the Honorable Robert L. Miller, Jr. and the Honorable David A. Katz, which provided him with valuable insights into the judicial process. Before joining Bey & Associates, Jim was a founding partner of O’Brien Law LLC and a former partner at Zoll & Kranz LLC. Jim is committed to ensuring that his clients’ voices are heard and their rights protected, firmly believing that every individual harmed by corporate or negligent conduct deserves their day in court.
Education
- J.D., Notre Dame Law School (2011)
- B.A., University of Toledo (2005)
Bar & Court Admissions
- State courts in California, Georgia, and Ohio
- U.S. Supreme Court
- U.S. District Court for the Central District of California
- U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of California
- U.S. District Court for the Northern District of California
- U.S. District Court for the Southern District of California
- U.S. District Court for the District of Colorado
- U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Georgia
- U.S. District Court for the Central District of Illinois
- U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Illinois
- U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Illinois
- U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Indiana
- U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Indiana
- U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Michigan
- U.S. District Court for the District of Nebraska
- U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Ohio
- U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Ohio
- U.S. District Court for the Western District of Wisconsin
- U.S. Court of Appeals for the Eleventh Circuit
- U.S. Court of Appeals for the Seventh Circuit
- U.S. Court of Appeals for the Sixth Circuit
- Judicial Panel on Multidistrict Litigation
Practice Areas
- Civil litigation
- Mass torts
- Personal injury
Honors and Awards
- Past President, Lucas County Bar Association
- Past Chair, Toledo Bar Association Judicial Screening Committee
Community Engagement
Jim is deeply committed to his community and the legal profession. As Past President of the Lucas County Bar Association and Past Chair of the Toledo Bar Association Judicial Screening Committee, he has played an active role in enhancing the local legal system. His leadership reflects his dedication to high ethical standards, supporting his peers, and ensuring justice is served for all. Through these efforts, Jim continues to contribute to the integrity and advancement of the legal community.