Marcus O'Brien
About Marcus O'Brien
Marcus O'Brien is a lawyer based in Melbourne, AU and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in Australia™ since 2013. Marcus O'Brien is recognized in the following practice areas:
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Melbourne, Australia
- Class Action Litigation
- Insurance Law
- Product Liability Litigation
- Professional Malpractice Litigation
Current Firm: Meridian Lawyers
Location: Melbourne, AU
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