Maureen Kelley O'Connor, General Attorney in Cary, North Carolina
Over 43 years of legal practice · focused on General, Health Care, and Insurance · 2.9/5 rating from 1 verified client review
Cary, NC
Practicing general in Cary since 1983.
- 43+
- Years practicing
- 2.9 ★
- 1 client review
- 2
- Bar admissions
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Maureen Kelley O'Connor is an attorney based in Cary, NC. The practice focuses on General, Health Care, and Insurance. Maureen has over 43 years of legal experience. Rated 2.9 out of 5 from 1 client review.
- Based in
- Cary, NC
- Experience
- over 43 years
- Known for
- General · Health Care · Insurance
- Handles General, Health Care, and Insurance matters from Cary, NC.
- Over 43 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with CV Notable.
About Maureen Kelley O'Connor: Maureen Kelley O'Connor is an attorney based in Cary, NC. The practice focuses on General, Health Care, and Insurance. Maureen has over 43 years of legal experience. Rated 2.9 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Areas of practice
Practice areas handled by Maureen Kelley O'Connor
Maureen concentrates on general, health care, and insurance. Each area below outlines the kind of case Maureen handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
General
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Health Care
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Insurance
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General cases in Cary, North Carolina
Maureen takes general matters in Cary, North Carolina. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Maureen agrees to represent you.
Health Care cases in Cary, North Carolina
Maureen takes health care matters in Cary, North Carolina. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Maureen agrees to represent you.
Insurance cases in Cary, North Carolina
Maureen takes insurance matters in Cary, North Carolina. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Maureen agrees to represent you.
Biography
About Maureen Kelley O'Connor — Over 43 years of North Carolina general experience
Maureen Kelley O'Connor is an attorney based in Cary, NC. The practice focuses on General, Health Care, and Insurance. Maureen has over 43 years of legal experience. Rated 2.9 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Ms. Maureen Kelley O'Connor is a lawyer practicing health care, managed care, insurance regulation. Maureen received a A.B. degree from College of the Holy Cross in 1976, and has been licensed for 43 years. Maureen practices in Cary, NC.
Maureen's approach to general cases
Ms. Maureen Kelley O'Connor is a lawyer practicing health care, managed care, insurance regulation. Maureen received a A.B. degree from College of the Holy Cross in 1976, and has been licensed for 43 years. Maureen practices in Cary, NC.
Clients Maureen works with
Maureen reviews new inquiries case-by-case for general, health care, and insurance matters in Cary and the surrounding North Carolina area.
Credentials
Maureen Kelley O'Connor's legal education and bar admissions
Suffolk University Law School
J.D. · 1983
College of the Holy Cross
A.B. · 1976
Jurisdictions
Maureen's state bar admissions
North Carolina (Inac
1989 · ACTIVE
Maine
1983 · ACTIVE
Maureen studied at J.D. in Suffolk University Law School and A.B. in College of the Holy Cross.
Law school and academic background
Maureen completed J.D. in Suffolk University Law School and A.B. in College of the Holy Cross. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Maureen runs in North Carolina is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Awards, publications, and recognition of Maureen Kelley O'Connor
Maureen has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
CV Notable
Legal awards and honors
CV Notable.
Affiliations
Maureen's professional memberships and bar associations
North Carolina Bar Association American Bar Association North Carolina State Bar
membership
Locations
Maureen Kelley O'Connor's office in Cary
Maureen's primary office is at 104 Beeston Ct, Cary, NC, 27519-8354. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Client feedback
Client reviews of Maureen Kelley O'Connor — 2.9/5 rating from 1 verified client review
Every review below is from a verified client of Maureen. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing general attorneys in Cary.
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How to hire Maureen Kelley O'Connor — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new general attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Maureen usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Maureen charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Maureen'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; Maureen will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a general attorney in Cary, North Carolina
A short list to run through before you commit: How many general 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 Maureen
Maureen discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in general practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every general 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. Maureen confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Maureen's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many general practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Maureen Kelley O'Connor
How much does it cost to hire Maureen for a general case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Maureen walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Maureen offer a free consultation?
Maureen charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Maureen's office. Some general attorneys offer free consults — check Maureen's current terms during booking.
How long do general cases in North Carolina typically take?
Simple general 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. Maureen gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Maureen take my case if I'm outside Cary?
Maureen is licensed in North Carolina. Matters governed by North Carolina law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Maureen 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 Maureen?
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. Maureen will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Maureen accepting new general clients right now?
Maureen'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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