Brian James O'Connor, Business Attorney in Baltimore, Maryland
Over 35 years of legal practice · focused on Business, Estate Planning, and General · 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review
PartneratVenable LLP
Baltimore, MD
Practicing business in Baltimore since 1991.
- 35+
- Years practicing
- 5.0 ★
- 1 client review
- 3
- Bar admissions
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Brian James O'Connor is a partner based in Baltimore, MD. The practice focuses on Business, Estate Planning, and General. Brian has over 35 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Venable LLP. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
- Based in
- Baltimore, MD
- Experience
- over 35 years
- Known for
- Business · Estate Planning · General
- Handles Business, Estate Planning, and General matters from Baltimore, MD.
- Over 35 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with Peer Reviewed.
About Brian James O'Connor: Brian James O'Connor is a partner based in Baltimore, MD. The practice focuses on Business, Estate Planning, and General. Brian has over 35 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Venable LLP. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Areas of practice
Practice areas handled by Brian James O'Connor
Brian concentrates on business, estate planning, general, health care, and international tax. Each area below outlines the kind of case Brian handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Business
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Estate Planning
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General
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Health Care
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International Tax
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M&A
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Real Estate
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Business cases in Baltimore, Maryland
Brian takes business matters in Baltimore, Maryland. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Brian agrees to represent you.
Estate Planning cases in Baltimore, Maryland
Brian takes estate planning matters in Baltimore, Maryland. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Brian agrees to represent you.
General cases in Baltimore, Maryland
Brian takes general matters in Baltimore, Maryland. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Brian agrees to represent you.
Health Care cases in Baltimore, Maryland
Brian takes health care matters in Baltimore, Maryland. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Brian agrees to represent you.
International Tax cases in Baltimore, Maryland
Brian takes international tax matters in Baltimore, Maryland. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Brian agrees to represent you.
Biography
About Brian James O'Connor — Over 35 years of Maryland business experience
Brian James O'Connor is a partner based in Baltimore, MD. The practice focuses on Business, Estate Planning, and General. Brian has over 35 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Venable LLP. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Mr. Brian James O'Connor is a lawyer practicing corporate, mergers and acquisitions, real estate and 11 other areas of law. Brian has been licensed for 35 years. Brian practices at Venable LLP in Baltimore, MD.
Brian's approach to business cases
Mr. Brian James O'Connor is a lawyer practicing corporate, mergers and acquisitions, real estate and 11 other areas of law. Brian has been licensed for 35 years. Brian practices at Venable LLP in Baltimore, MD.
Clients Brian works with
Brian reviews new inquiries case-by-case for business, estate planning, and general matters in Baltimore and the surrounding Maryland area.
Credentials
Brian James O'Connor's legal education and bar admissions
Georgetown University Law Center
LL.M. · 1996
Jurisdictions
Brian's state bar admissions
District of Columbia
2007 · ACTIVE
Maryland
1998 · ACTIVE
Virginia
1991 · ACTIVE
Brian studied at LL.M. in Georgetown University Law Center.
Law school and academic background
Brian completed LL.M. in Georgetown University Law Center. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Brian runs in Maryland is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Awards, publications, and recognition of Brian James O'Connor
Brian has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
Peer Reviewed
Legal awards and honors
Peer Reviewed.
Affiliations
Brian's professional memberships and bar associations
Memberships Virginia Bar Association
Tax Section) Maryland Bar Association (Tax Section) American Bar Association (Tax Section) DC Bar Association (Tax Section · membership
Locations
Brian James O'Connor's office in Baltimore
Brian's primary office is at 750 E. Pratt Street, Suite 900, Baltimore, MD, 21202. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Client feedback
Client reviews of Brian James O'Connor — 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review
Every review below is from a verified client of Brian. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing business attorneys in Baltimore.
5.0
1 client review
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How to hire Brian James O'Connor — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new business attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Brian usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Brian charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Brian's office.
What to bring to your first meeting
Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; Brian will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a business attorney in Baltimore, Maryland
A short list to run through before you commit: How many business matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?
Fees & payment
Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for Brian
Brian discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in business practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every business matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. Brian confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Brian's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many business practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Brian James O'Connor
How much does it cost to hire Brian for a business case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Brian walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Brian offer a free consultation?
Brian charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Brian's office. Some business attorneys offer free consults — check Brian's current terms during booking.
How long do business cases in Maryland typically take?
Simple business matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Brian gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Brian take my case if I'm outside Baltimore?
Brian is licensed in Maryland. Matters governed by Maryland law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Brian will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.
What should I bring to my first meeting with Brian?
Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Brian will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Brian accepting new business clients right now?
Brian's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
Business attorneys serving Baltimore, Annapolis and Rockville in Maryland
Brian handles business matters throughout Maryland. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified business attorneys in that community.
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