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Job Titles:

• Attorney
• Partner at the O'Brien & Zehnder Law Firm

Grant Zehnder is a tenacious, and trial-tested injury litigation attorney. Mr. Zehnder knows that after an injury, emotions and anxieties can run high. Recovering from an injury is expensive, and if you cannot work, a lack of income can only add to a problematic situation. Super Lawyers recently awarded Mr. Zehnder with their Rising Stars recognition. If you've been injured in an accident, and you want to learn more about protecting your financial rights, talk to Grant Zehnder today. Grant R. Zehnder is a named partner at the O'Brien & Zehnder Law Firm whose practice focuses on personal injury, wrongful death and product liability matters. Mr. Zehnder graduated from the University of California, San Diego in 2006, receiving his Bachelor of Science degree in Management Science and Minor in Psychology. Shortly thereafter, he attended law school at the University of the Pacific, McGeorge School of Law in Sacramento, California, where he obtained his Juris Doctor degree with Great Distinction and was a member of the McGeorge Law Review. As a result of Mr. Zehnder's outstanding scholastic achievement, he was also selected to the McGeorge chapters of the Traynor Honor Society and Order of the Coif (Top 10%). He is admitted to practice in all California courts. Outside of work, Mr. Zehnder enjoys spending time with his wife and two boys. He relishes his time in the Sierra Nevada Mountains and makes an effort to ski and snowboard in Lake Tahoe during the winter months. When weather permits, he enjoys playing golf. Admired literary figures include: Kurt Vonnegut, George Orwell and Jack London. Favorite musicians include: Rolling Stones, Black Keys, Jack White and too many more to name. Mr. Zehnder's published decision(s) include Kern, Inyo, & Mono etc. Training Com. v. Cal. Apprent. Council, et seq. (October 29, 2013) 220 Cal.App.4th 1350 (First District, Division Three, A136680.) Education University of the Pacific McGeorge School of Law Juris Doctor with Great Distinction, 2010 University of California, San Diego Bachelor of Sciences in Management Science Grant Zehnder is a top-rated Personal Injury Attorney in Sacramento. Grant is driven, dedicated, and determined to fight as hard as necessary for his clients. Whether Mr. Zehnder is working to settle a claim outside of court or preparing to take a claim to trial, he is always focused on one thing above else, defending his client's best interests. From AVVO to Martindale Hubbell, Grant has been recognized as a top injury lawyer in Sacramento and Elk Grove. Grant Zehnder is a top-rated Sacramento Personal Injury Lawyer. If you have questions about a car or commercial trucking accident claim, or if you have any injury-related concerns please contact us.

Job Titles:

• Attorney
• Attorney at the O'Brien & Zehnder Law Firm

Joel M. Smith is an attorney at the O'Brien & Zehnder Law Firm. His practice focuses on personal injury, wrongful death, and product liability matters. Mr. Smith graduated from the University of Oregon, receiving his Bachelor of Science degree in 2004 and Master of Science degree in 2006. He then attended law school at the University of the Pacific, McGeorge School of Law, in Sacramento, California, graduating with honors in 2012. Mr. Smith is admitted to practice in all California courts. Outside of work, Mr. Smith enjoys spending time with his family, watching sports, hiking, and reading nonfiction. When not in the office, he volunteers his time at his kids' schools and his church. His favorite place to vacation is Oregon. Education University of the Pacific, McGeorge School of Law (Juris Doctor with Honors, 2012) University of Oregon

Job Titles:

• Attorney

John M. O'Brien founded the Elk Grove-based firm, the O'Brien & Zehnder Law Firm, in 1996, practicing personal injury. He is recognized throughout the California legal community as a zealous and effective advocate for individuals who have been catastrophically injured. Mr. O'Brien has an excellent reputation for aggressive advocacy and integrity, which has helped him obtain numerous multi-million dollar jury verdicts and settlements across a wide array of personal injury cases. Mr. O'Brien graduated Magna Cum Laude from the University of the Pacific in 1987, receiving his Bachelor's degree with Honors in Political Science and Economics. He then went on to earn his Juris Doctor with Honors from the University of Southern California in 1990. In addition to being admitted to practice in all California courts and in the United States Court for the Northern and Eastern districts of California, Mr. O'Brien has also been admitted to practice in the Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals. Additionally, Mr. O'Brien is an active member of several professional organizations including the American Board of Trial Advocates, the American Association for Justice, the Capitol City Trial Lawyers Association, and the Consumer Attorneys of California. Education University of Southern California Center John O'Brien is a decorated Sacramento Injury Lawyer. From AVVO to Super Lawyers, Mr. O'Brien has been recognized for over two decades as an aggressive and tenacious injury litigator. John has the tenure, track record, and toughness to take ANY injury case the distance. Big insurance firms and high powered corporate lawyers don't detour Mr. O'Brien from tackling your injury case. John isn't afraid of anyone or anything. John O'Brien is a seasoned Sacramento Personal Injury Attorney. If you have questions about a car or commercial trucking accident claim, or if you have any injury-related concerns, click the button below to learn more about John and his history as an injury attorney in Sacramento.