Expert Witness

Testifying Expert Witness

Mr. O’Brien has established himself as a reputable testifying expert witness in various high-profile cases related to Title IX and collegiate athletics. His expertise and insights have been instrumental in navigating complex legal issues and providing clarity in court proceedings.

Notable Cases

Mr. O’Brien has served as a testifying expert witness in the following significant cases:

  • Burns v. San Diego State University
  • Pacheco v. Saint Mary’s University
  • Miller v. University of Minnesota System, et al.
  • Portz v. Saint Cloud State University
  • Balow v. Michigan State University
  • Anders v. California State University, Fresno
  • McGowan v. Southern Methodist University
  • Fisk v. San Diego State University
  • Grant v. Concordia University Irvine

In addition to these cases, he was jointly selected by both the Plaintiffs and Defendants as an independent reviewer and assessor of Title IX issues within the athletics department in Cash v. Guilford College. His role in this case as a mutually agreed-upon expert contributed to a successful mediation effort, resulting in a settlement that addressed the pressing Title IX concerns.