Patricia M. O'Connell

Patricia M. O'Connell is a seasoned communications professional with extensive experience in media relations and strategic planning. Since March 2012, Patricia has served as the Senior Communications Manager at Wiley Rein LLP, leading a team of three in managing the firm’s media relations, newsletters, website content, and graphic design. Prior to this role, Patricia held positions such as Senior Media Relations Manager at Arnold & Porter LLP, Assistant Director of Communications at the National Trust for Historic Preservation, Deputy Information Officer at the National Gallery of Art, and Assistant Director of Public Affairs at The Art Institute of Chicago. Patricia holds a Master’s degree in Arts Management from Columbia College Chicago and a Bachelor of Science degree in Economics from the University of Utah.