Attorney

Phone: (517) 599-1500 (cell)
Phone: (517) 522-2550 (office)
Email: joseph.oconnor01@gmail.com

Joseph M. O’Connor was admitted to the State Bar of Michigan in 1995. After successful careers in law enforcement, and the U.S. Army Reserves, Mr. O’Connor now practices law relying extensively on the experience garnished in his previous careers.

Operating in an “Of-Counsel” position with the Law Offices of Casey D. Conklin, PLC, Mr. O’Connor brings a unique perspective to the Firm through his knowledge base of criminal laws, including firearms, personal protection orders (PPO), felonies, misdemeanors, and traffic laws, as he was responsible for implementing the PPO policies for the Michigan State Police, as well as investigating criminal matters and numerous fatal/injury traffic accidents while assigned to the State Police Detroit Post.

Mr. O’Connor is well versed in Estate Planning Measures after handling the affairs of many clients, ensuring wishes and desires of the decedent are fulfilled upon his/her death through the proper use of documents including Wills, Trusts, and Powers of Attorney for Healthcare and Financial Matters.

Mr. O’Connor is knowledgeable about Foreclosure, Landlord/Tenant and Real Estate Matters having handled matters through the Appeals Process and drafting several types of documents including deeds on behalf of clients planning for life estates, marriages, divorces, and business arrangements.

There are times when relationships change and the need for a family law attorney arises. Mr. O’Connor is here to assist in these times of need, including separation, divorce, child custody/support, spousal support/alimony.

Academically, Mr. O’Connor obtained his Juris Doctorate Degree from the University of Detroit, and his undergraduate degree in Criminal Justice, with a minor in Sociology and Military Science (ROTC) from Eastern Michigan University. Mr. O’Connor has instructed courses in Paralegal Studies, Homeland Security, Criminal Justice, amongst other courses.

Mr. O’Connor is also a graduate of the United States Army Command and General Staff College and has taught ROTC courses at Michigan State University.