Gerald F. O'Brien

About Gerald F. O'Brien

I received my undergraduate degree from the University of Michigan, my Master of Arts from the University of Cincinnati, and my law degree from the University of Detroit.  While in Detroit, I practiced primarily in the area of Employment Law.  I was on staff with Wayne State University where I was involved in labor negotiations, arbitration, and contract administration.  I was admitted to the Florida Bar in 1988 and began practicing in Sarasota in 1989.  In 1990 I began to shift the focus of my practice to issues involving Estate Planning, Guardianship & Guardianship Avoidance, and Probate & Trust Administration. I am experienced in all issues involving the avoidance, establishment, and maintenance of a guardianship for incapacitated persons, and seeking termination of guardianship if circumstances warrant.  Guardianships often involve contested issues, which I am experienced in handling in a manner consistent with the best interests of the Ward. I am also a certified Arbitrator and have served as a Hearing Officer for Sarasota County Government since 2001. Immediately prior to law school, I served as a business manager for a corporation headquartered in Oklahoma City.

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