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Maureen O'Connell Lawyer

Updated 2026-09-05 · 4,046 reviewed · 173 listed · Scored from 41 Google reviews · How we rank ›

5.0(41) 66 low data composite score See reviews on Google ✓ Google-verified
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Maureen O'Connell Lawyer
Location
Perth
Services
Wills & Estate Planning, Criminal Law, Free Initial Consultation
Reviews
41
Best for
Clients seeking empathetic, patient legal guidance through workers compensation, criminal, or family law matters.

Core details are sourced from this business's Google Business Profile (checked 2026-09-05).

What recent reviews say

All 41 reviews are five-star. Clients consistently praise Maureen's responsiveness, empathy, and ability to make complex legal matters understandable. Multiple reviewers credit her with life-changing outcomes in workers compensation, family law, and criminal matters, noting her patience and genuine care alongside her professional skill.

Limited pricing information is available from reviews.

Based on limited recent reviews, so treat this as low-confidence.

Praised for
  • responsive and prompt communication
  • empathetic and caring approach
  • clear explanations of legal processes
  • strong professional expertise
  • long-term client relationships
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Best for: Clients seeking empathetic, patient legal guidance through workers compensation, criminal, or family law matters.

Where this business shines

  • Highly responsive to client queries
  • Explains legal processes clearly to clients with no background knowledge
  • Demonstrates genuine care and empathy throughout cases
  • Sustained professional relationships over years

Worth knowing

  • Workers compensation and common law claims handled over 2-year engagements
  • Clients report cases resolved within months
  • Regular updates provided throughout claims and proceedings
  • Early consultations address legal understanding gaps

What reviews say by service

Criminal Law
Successfully defended client against prosecution in domestic violence matter, focusing on rehabilitation and mental health.
Family Law
Helped clients obtain custody arrangements and family law outcomes; praised for clarity and support.
Personal Injury Law
Handled workers compensation and common law claims with detailed updates and strong outcomes.
Free Initial Consultation
Initial consultations provide clear understanding of legal position and next steps.

How it compares

  • Rated 5 against a 4.56 average across the 167 law firm businesses listed here.
  • Has more Google reviews than 60% of the businesses in this directory.

What earned this score?

Scoring Method
Star rating 89
Review volume 70
Review recency 24
Review sentiment 65
Profile completeness 50
Verification 30

Rating breakdown

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41
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0
3
0
2
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Common questions

How long do cases typically take?
Reviewers report finalising workers compensation and common law claims within months; longer engagements (1-2 years) also documented.
Will I understand the legal process if I have no background knowledge?
Multiple clients emphasise Maureen's patient explanations, with one noting she ensured full understanding before each action.

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Last updated 2026-09-05