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Michelle N. O'Brien is an attorney based in Boston, MASSACHUSETTS. The practice focuses on Environmental and Litigation.
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- Boston, MASSACHUSETTS
- Experience
- attorney
- Known for
- Environmental · Litigation
- Handles Environmental and Litigation matters from Boston, MASSACHUSETTS.
- Recognized with Best Lawyers in America — Environmental Law (2026).
About Michelle N. O'Brien: Michelle N. O'Brien is an attorney based in Boston, MASSACHUSETTS. The practice focuses on Environmental and Litigation.
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Michelle N. O'Brien represents clients in Boston, Massachusetts across the following areas of law. Each area links to other verified attorneys with the same focus.
Biography
About Michelle N. O'Brien
Michelle O'Brien handles environmental and land use permitting and related litigation for various types of developments including residential homes, commercial buildings, waterfront properties, wind turbines, and solid waste facilities. She defends companies in environmental enforcement matters at the federal, state, and local levels. She represents private parties in cost recovery and property damage claims involving releases of oil and hazardous materials, and assists clients with real estate transactions involving contaminated properties.
Credentials
Education
Suffolk University
J.D. · 1990
Lesley University
B.S. Ed. · 1982
Jurisdictions
Bar admissions
United States, Massa
ACTIVE
United States, Maine
ACTIVE
Recognition
Awards & honors
Best Lawyers in America — Environmental Law
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Environmental
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Land Use and Zoning
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Special Focus:
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Administrative/Regulatory
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Enforcement Defense
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Environmental Permitting
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Land Use and Zoning
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Litigation
2026
Best Lawyers in America — RCRA/Hazardous Waste
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Solid Waste
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Superfunds/Environmental Remediation
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Waste
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Wetlands
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Awards:
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Included in the Bar Register of Preeminent Women Lawyers (2011-present).
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Named to Massachusetts Lawyers Weekly 2015 "Top Women of Law" List.
2026
Best Lawyers in America — LSP Association Member Award for contributions to the practice (2007).
2026
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What areas of law does Michelle N. O'Brien practice?
Michelle N. O'Brien focuses on Environmental and Litigation.
Where is Michelle N. O'Brien located?
Michelle N. O'Brien primarily serves clients in Boston, Massachusetts, with an office at 100 Summer Street.
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