J Patrick O'Neill, IP Attorney in Birmingham, Michigan
Over 39 years of legal practice · focused on IP, Personal Injury, and Securities
PartneratLacey & Jones, LLP
Birmingham, MI
Practicing ip in Birmingham since 1987.
- 39+
- Years practicing
- 3
- Bar admissions
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J Patrick O'Neill is a partner based in Birmingham, MI. The practice focuses on IP, Personal Injury, and Securities. J has over 39 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Lacey & Jones, LLP.
- Based in
- Birmingham, MI
- Experience
- over 39 years
- Known for
- IP · Personal Injury · Securities
- Handles IP, Personal Injury, and Securities matters from Birmingham, MI.
- Over 39 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About J Patrick O'Neill: J Patrick O'Neill is a partner based in Birmingham, MI. The practice focuses on IP, Personal Injury, and Securities. J has over 39 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Lacey & Jones, LLP.
Areas of practice
Practice areas handled by J Patrick O'Neill
J concentrates on ip, personal injury, securities, ssd, and workers comp. Each area below outlines the kind of case J handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
IP
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Personal Injury
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Securities
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SSD
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Workers Comp
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IP cases in Birmingham, Michigan
J takes ip matters in Birmingham, Michigan. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before J agrees to represent you.
Personal Injury cases in Birmingham, Michigan
J takes personal injury matters in Birmingham, Michigan. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before J agrees to represent you.
Securities cases in Birmingham, Michigan
J takes securities matters in Birmingham, Michigan. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before J agrees to represent you.
SSD cases in Birmingham, Michigan
J takes ssd matters in Birmingham, Michigan. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before J agrees to represent you.
Workers Comp cases in Birmingham, Michigan
J takes workers comp matters in Birmingham, Michigan. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before J agrees to represent you.
Biography
About J Patrick O'Neill — Over 39 years of Michigan ip experience
J Patrick O'Neill is a partner based in Birmingham, MI. The practice focuses on IP, Personal Injury, and Securities. J has over 39 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Lacey & Jones, LLP.
J Patrick O'Neill is a lawyer practicing workers' compensation law, social security law, personal injury law and 1 other area of law. J received a B.S. degree from Wayne State University in 1980, and has been licensed for 39 years. J practices at Lacey & Jones, LLP in Birmingham, MI.
Working with J on a ip matter
J Patrick O'Neill is a lawyer practicing workers' compensation law, social security law, personal injury law and 1 other area of law. J received a B.S. degree from Wayne State University in 1980, and has been licensed for 39 years. J practices at Lacey & Jones, LLP in Birmingham, MI.
Who J represents
J reviews new inquiries case-by-case for ip, personal injury, and securities matters in Birmingham and the surrounding Michigan area.
Credentials
J Patrick O'Neill's legal education and bar admissions
Detroit College of Law
J.D. · 1987
Wayne State University
B.S. · 1980
Jurisdictions
J's state bar admissions
Florida
1990 · ACTIVE
Michigan
1987 · ACTIVE
U.S. District Court,
1987 · ACTIVE
J studied at J.D. in Detroit College of Law and B.S. in Wayne State University.
Law school and academic background
J completed J.D. in Detroit College of Law and B.S. in Wayne State University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice J runs in Michigan is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Locations
J Patrick O'Neill's office in Birmingham
J's primary office is at 3001 W. Big Beaver Road Suite 206, Birmingham, MI, 48084-3103. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Lacey & Jones, LLP
3001 W. Big Beaver Road Suite 206
Birmingham, MI 48084-3103
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How to hire J Patrick O'Neill — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new ip attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with J usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
J charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain J'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; J will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a ip attorney in Birmingham, Michigan
A short list to run through before you commit: How many ip 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 J
J discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in ip practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every ip 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. J confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
J's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many ip practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about J Patrick O'Neill
How much does it cost to hire J for a ip case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. J walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does J offer a free consultation?
J charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain J's office. Some ip attorneys offer free consults — check J's current terms during booking.
How long do ip cases in Michigan typically take?
Simple ip 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. J gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can J take my case if I'm outside Birmingham?
J is licensed in Michigan. Matters governed by Michigan law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — J 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 J?
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. J will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is J accepting new ip clients right now?
J's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
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