O'Donnell Christopher Law Firm
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Sophisticated solutions for your cause
The O’Donnell Christopher Law Firm specializes in lost causes and impossible cases. Our experienced attorneys welcome the most complex challenges from the trial level to the Supreme Court. We don’t just try the law; we make the law.
Practice Areas
Constitutional Law
Protecting Individual Rights
We are dedicated to defending civil liberties and ensuring justice through the enforcement and protection of constitutional provisions.
Environmental Law
Advocating for Sustainability
We safeguard natural resources and advocate for policies that protect the environment while promoting sustainable practices.
Wills, Estates, and Trusts
Securing Your Legacy
We provide comprehensive estate planning services, including wills, trusts, and probate, to ensure your family and your assets are protected.
Criminal Law
Defending Your Freedom
We specialize in defense strategies for individuals facing criminal charges, ensuring fair treatment and a vigorous defense of your rights.
Guardianship law
Protecting the Vulnerable
We assist families with guardianship and conservatorship matters, ensuring proper care and legal protection for those unable to make decisions for themselves.
Class Action Law
Pursuing Justice Collectively
We expertly navigate complex legal disputes in class action cases, advocating for groups of individuals facing common legal issues both domestically and internationally.
Words From Our Clients
There are some moments in life that one cannot ever prepare for. Even if you have been a law-abiding peaceful citizen all your life, as I have been. And yet in the Summer of 2024 I was thrusted into the dark underbelly of the criminal justice system. And this is where attorney Robert O’Donnell comes into the picture. Like a legal Spartan and an impressive Law Degree from Harvard Law and extensive teaching experience in the constitution he led the way and fought for me with determination, answering questions with clarity while at the same time giving me enough information so that I could make difficult decisions without pressure but with clarity and honesty as what he felt would be the best outcome for me and my family but without the pressure. As my legal Spartan he fought for me with his shield high. Breaking through the confusion which is often found within the legal system. Even though our locations were far apart, with him in Miami and me being in the Space Coast I never felt Mr. O’Donnell to be out of reach. He always answered my questions in a timely manner either by phone or email. I was always able to reach him. As I approach the end of my Pre Trial-Diversion Program, he has agreed to stay with me through the end of this entire ordeal. This may not sound like a big deal, but it is for me. This shows Mr. O’Donnell’s commitment to me and shows that he truly cares as to the outcome of my case. This speaks volumes about his personal character and commitment to my case.
Meet Our Team
The O’Donnell Christopher Law Firm, we are committed to providing exceptional legal services with a personalized approach. Our team of experienced attorneys specializes in various areas of law, ensuring that our clients receive comprehensive and tailored legal solutions.
Robert
Robert is a lifelong pianist who left professional music for the practice of law. He is a graduate of Harvard College and Harvard Law School with extensive experience working with young companies through private placements and other initial capitalizations, including several companies focused on blockchain technology. Robert clerked in the Southern District of Florida. He taught as a professor of Law and Economics at Miami Regional University. From time to time, he lectures on ancient philosophy and medieval literature at the University of Miami. He received an MBA with a concentration in real estate finance from the University of Miami, and specializes in international and constitutional law.
Sonia
Sonia has four decades of experience practicing at the highest levels of the law. She clerked for the Eleventh Circuit before joining the U.S. Attorneys. While serving as Executive Assistant U.S. Attorney, as Deputy Chief and later as Chief of Appeals, she helped prosecute or supervise numerous significant cases, including that of Panamanian President Manuel Noriega, the corruption trial of state court judges ("Operation Courtbroom"), and the prosecution of Cuban officials involved in the narcotics trade ("Cuban Connection Case"). In private practice, she has extensive experience in criminal, administrative, and environmental law, having represented the Miccosukee Indian Tribe in their efforts to enforce Federal water standards, and having undertaken high-profile, international criminal defense. Recently, she represented the daughter of Mrs. Henry Ford in a guardianship proceeding.
Don
An accomplished trial lawyer and former federal prosecutor, Don has tried numerous high-profile cases, including his prosecution of the largest known theft of currency in the history of the U.S. Bureau of Engraving and Printing. He has handled corporate fraud cases, mergers, bankruptcies, and tort claims, including those surrounding the halon explosion at Kennedy Space Center.
Lara
Lara (currently of counsel) is a graduate of Emory College and Harvard Law School. After law school, she clerked in the Eleventh Circuit. She is an expert in complex business and class action litigation. She has extensive experience in criminal and civil appeals, having handled cases before the Eleventh Circuit, the Florida Supreme Court, and the United States Supreme Court.
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