Patrick T. O'Connor
About Patrick T. O'Connor
Patrick T. O'Connor is a lawyer based in Savannah, GA and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 1997. Patrick T. O'Connor is recognized in the following practice areas:
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Savannah, Georgia
- Bet-the-Company Litigation
- Civil Rights Law
- Commercial Litigation
- Legal Malpractice Law - Defendants
- Litigation - Municipal
- Mediation
- Municipal Law
Current Firm: Oliver Maner LLP
Education: University of Georgia, J.D., graduated 1981 and Auburn University, BA, graduated 1978
Location: Savannah, GA
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