Shelby L. O'Brien

Shelby L. O'Brien

Appellate Practice
Recognized in Best Attorney USA since 2022

About Shelby

Shelby O'Brien is a Board Certified Civil Appellate attorney who litigates at both the trial and appellate levels. She regularly serves as appellate counsel in Texas state and federal courts and as the appellate member of trial teams, including in disputes involving insurance carriers. Additionally, Shelby serves as first or second chair in business and regulatory disputes in court and arbitration proceedings, including challenges to administrative rules and city ordinances, breach of fiduciary duty suits against directors, breach of contract and fraud disputes, employment disputes, real estate disputes, and trade secret disputes.

Shelby O'Brien is a Board Certified Civil Appellate attorney who litigates at both the trial and appellate levels. She regularly serves as appellate counsel in Texas state and federal courts and as the appellate member of trial teams, including in disputes involving insurance carriers. Additionally, Shelby serves as first or second chair in business and regulatory disputes in court and arbitration proceedings, including challenges to administrative rules and city ordinances, breach of fiduciary duty suits against directors, breach of contract and fraud disputes, employment disputes, real estate disputes, and trade secret disputes.

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4.5 / 5

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Erica D'Amore

Jan 31, 2026

Really helpful and compassionate service from everyone at Shelby L. O'Brien's firm

I wasn't sure who to call for my Appellate Practice law problem, but I'm so glad I went with Shelby L. O'Brien. They really listened to me and understood my situation. It was such a relief to have som...

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Emma Lind

Jan 31, 2026

Really helpful and compassionate service from everyone at Shelby L. O'Brien's firm

Shelby L. O'Brien has been doing this since Recognized in Best Lawyers since 2022, and it definitely shows in their work. They're pros through and through and I wouldn't trust anyone else with my lega...

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Allen Reinger

Jan 31, 2026

So glad I called Shelby L. O'Brien to handle my Appellate Practice law case in Austin

Just wanted to say a huge thanks to Shelby L. O'Brien and the staff. They really went above and beyond for me and my family during a very difficult legal battle. We couldn't have done it without their...

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Terence Bogan

Jan 31, 2026

Excellent legal representation provided by Shelby L. O'Brien for my Appellate Practice law case

If you need a Appellate Practice law lawyer, Shelby L. O'Brien is the one to call. Great job and very responsive team. They kept me in the loop and always had time to explain the details of my case. I...

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Chad Mueller

Jan 31, 2026

Top notch experts in Austin - Shelby L. O'Brien is by far the best lawyer I've ever had

Super helpful and professional staff at Shelby L. O'Brien's office. Thanks again for everything you did for me! It was a long journey, but you made it much easier with your constant support and legal...