Mary M. O'Brien
About Mary M. O'Brien
Mary M. O'Brien is a lawyer based in Minneapolis, MN and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2018. Mary M. O'Brien is recognized in the following practice areas:
- Minneapolis, Minnesota
- Employment Law - Individuals
- Employment Law - Management
- Labor Law - Management
- Litigation - Labor and Employment
Current Firm: Ballard Spahr LLP
Education: University of Notre Dame, J.D., graduated 1986
Location: Minneapolis, MN
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