Business Details
Trusted Legal Representation in Pennsylvania and New Jersey
O'Brien & Ryan has represented entities and individuals in state and federal courts across Pennsylvania and New Jersey for decades. Our attorneys combine extensive legal experience with a commitment to client service, leveraging technological advancements to enhance representation. We provide personalized attention to clients ranging from Fortune 500 companies to individual professionals, maintaining a strong trial-ready reputation.Our practice spans complex litigation and specialized legal matters, with a focus on delivering consistent, high-quality results. Recognized for our trial expertise, we consistently achieve favorable outcomes through strategic courtroom advocacy and alternative dispute resolution.
Services
Medical Malpractice
Professional Liability
Commercial Litigation
General Liability
Health Care Law
Corporate Law
Appellate Litigation
Mass Tort Litigation
Highlights and features
- We offer decades of trial experience in state and federal courts.
- Our attorneys provide personalized attention to every client.
- We handle complex legal matters across multiple specialized practice areas.
- We leverage technology to enhance case preparation and client communication.
- Our firm consistently secures defense verdicts in high-stakes litigation.
What people say
Strong trial experience
Personalized attention
Favorable outcomes
Experienced attorneys
Technological expertise
Services
Medical Malpractice Defense
We provide comprehensive defense representation for healthcare providers facing medical malpractice claims. Our attorneys handle cases involving surgical errors, diagnostic failures, and birth injuries. With decades of courtroom experience, we defend physicians, hospitals, and medical institutions in Pennsylvania and New Jersey courts. Our approach combines medical expertise with strategic litigation tactics to achieve favorable outcomes.
Commercial Litigation
Our firm represents businesses in complex commercial disputes including contract disputes, business torts, and corporate governance matters. We handle cases involving breach of contract, business fraud, and partnership disputes. Our attorneys provide strategic counsel from pre-litigation negotiations through trial, protecting clients' financial and reputational interests in state and federal courts.
Appellate Litigation
We handle appeals in state and federal appellate courts, focusing on preserving favorable trial outcomes or correcting judicial errors. Our appellate team has successfully argued cases before Pennsylvania's Superior and Supreme Courts, as well as the Third Circuit Court of Appeals. We specialize in complex legal issues involving medical malpractice standards, venue rules, and damage awards.
Professional Liability
We defend legal, medical, and other professionals against liability claims including legal malpractice and licensing board complaints. Our practice covers attorney disciplinary matters, medical board investigations, and professional negligence claims. We combine industry-specific knowledge with courtroom experience to protect professionals' licenses and reputations.
Mass Tort Litigation
Our firm represents manufacturers in mass tort and product liability cases involving pharmaceuticals, medical devices, and consumer products. We have served as liaison counsel in national multi-district litigation and state coordinated proceedings. Our experience includes silicone breast implant litigation, drug liability cases, and medical device disputes.
People
Carolyn M. Bohmueller
Partner
Carolyn Bohmueller specializes in medical malpractice defense with over 25 years of experience. She has defended physicians in specialties including obstetrics, neurosurgery, and anesthesia. A Pennsylvania Super Lawyer since 2005, she serves as an arbitrator in Montgomery County Court.
Anthony P. DeMichele
Partner
Anthony DeMichele focuses on commercial litigation and professional liability. With over 20 years of experience, he represents businesses and professionals in breach of contract disputes and legal malpractice cases. A 14-time Pennsylvania Super Lawyer, he serves on the firm's Management Committee.
Heather Hansen
Partner
Heather Hansen is a medical malpractice defense attorney with extensive trial experience in catastrophic obstetric and orthopedic claims. A Fellow of the American College of Trial Lawyers, she has been named to Pennsylvania Super Lawyers since 2005 and frequently lectures on medical legal issues.
Jaime N. Johnson
Partner
Jaime Johnson specializes in medical malpractice and nursing home litigation. She has defended hospitals and healthcare providers in complex cases. A Pennsylvania Super Lawyers Rising Star since 2020, she serves as an arbitrator for Montgomery County Court.
Brett M. Littman
Partner
Brett Littman focuses on professional liability defense for healthcare providers. With over 15 years of experience, he has defended physicians and long-term care facilities in federal and state courts. A Pennsylvania Super Lawyer since 2008, he has published extensively on long-term care litigation.
Questions
What areas of law does O'Brien & Ryan specialize in?
We specialize in medical malpractice defense, professional liability, commercial litigation, appellate litigation, and mass tort/pharmaceutical litigation.
Do you handle cases outside Pennsylvania and New Jersey?
While our primary focus is Pennsylvania and New Jersey, we handle cases in administrative tribunals and alternative dispute forums nationwide.
How does your firm approach complex litigation cases?
We combine decades of trial experience with technological advancements to develop strategic solutions for complex legal challenges.
What types of clients do you represent?
We represent major hospitals, educational institutions, Fortune 500 companies, and individual professionals in various industries.
