Connor P. O’Brien, Associate
Connor O’Brien’s practice focuses the defense of employers and insurance carriers for claims arising under the Longshore and Harbor Workers’ Compensation Act, Defense Base Act, and War Hazards Compensation Act.
Connor is known for being tenacious and revels in the opportunity to overcome obstacles and embrace new challenges. As a Creative Writing major, he developed strong writing skills and an ability to craft unique solutions, both of which greatly aid him in the practice of law. “There is no greater sense of fulfillment than advocating on behalf of those in need.”
Connor was highly involved in student activities while attending Louisiana State University Paul M. Hebert Law Center. He served as the President of the Student Bar Association Athletics Committee and was a member of the Public Interest Law Society, Sports Law Society, Energy Law Club, and LSU Law Running Club. Connor also participated in the 2021 Manfred Lachs Competition, for which he served as Space Law Moot Court Team Leader. In addition to receiving his juris doctor and Graduate Diploma in Comparative Law, Connor was also a graduate of the LSU Law John P. Laborde Energy Law and Policy Certificate Program.
Upon graduating from law school, Connor served as a judicial law clerk at the First Judicial District Court in Shreveport, Louisiana, where he gained valuable experience in preparing legal documents, conducting legal research and analysis, and compiling case materials for the Honorable Michael A. Pitman and the Honorable Katherine C. Dorroh.
Connor is a native of Saginaw, Michigan, and an avid lover of sports. In his free time, he enjoys working out, spending time with friends and family, and cheering on the LSU Tigers and the Detroit Lions.
Professional Activities
- Louisiana State Bar Association, Member
- Louisiana Association of Defense Counsel, Member
Recognition
- Recipient, Raleigh Newman Endowed Scholarship, LSU Paul M. Hebert Law Center
- Recipient, George M. Armstrong Memorial Scholarship, LSU Paul M. Hebert Law Center
Civic and Community
- Justice for All Ball Committee, Member; Silent Auction Sub-Committee, Member
- Former Volunteer, Church Mission Trips to underserved communities
Special Experience
- Judicial Law Clerk, First Judicial District Court in Shreveport, Louisiana, Honorable Michael A. Pitman and Honorable Katherine C. Dorroh
- President, Student Bar Association Athletics Committee, LSU Paul M. Hebert Law Center
- Team Leader, Space Law Moot Court, 2021 Manfred Lachs Competition
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