Thomas Clifford Saunders

Thomas Clifford Saunders

5.0
Rating: 9.6

Licensed for 41 years

Family Lawyer at Bartow, FL
Practice Areas: Family, Litigation, Personal Injury ... +2 more

480 South Broadway Avenue, PO Box 1279, Bartow, FL

About Thomas

Biography

Practice Areas

5

Practice Areas

Family 30%

Alll aspects of Family Law including divorce, spousal support and alimony claims, child support, modifications, visitation, custody, parenting plans, asset division

34 years | 750 cases

30%
Litigation 30%

All aspects of civil litigation and business claims and disputes including partnership disputes and dissolutions, contract disputes, wage claims, employment claims and agreements. Board Certified by the Florida Bar in Civil Trial and Business Litigation.

42 years | 1,000 cases

30%
Personal Injury 25%

Wrongful Death claims, automobile accidents, motorcycle accidents, product liability claims, slip and falls, truck accidents. Board Certified by the Florida Bar in Civil Trial Law and Business Litigation

42 years | 1,000 cases

25%
Medical Malpractice 10%

Plaintiff oriented litigation of medical negligence claims involving serious bodily injury, brain damage, death, medical product liabiilty claims; Board Certified by the Florida Bar in Civil Trial Law and Business Litigation.

39 years | 1,000 cases

10%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Contingency

33%-40%


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Florida for 41 years

State: Florida

Acquired: 1984

Member in Good Standing

No misconduct found

Location

Saunders Law Group

480 South Broadway Avenue, PO Box 1279, Bartow, FL, 338311279

Law Offices of Thomas Clifford Saunders

500 S Florida Ave Suite 800, Lakeland, FL, 33801

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Thomas Clifford Saunders's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

5 Client Reviews

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Posted by anonymous | February 21, 2021 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Family law case

Tom and Mary Jo did a great job handling my divorce case...highly recommended.

Posted by anonymous | February 17, 2018 | Consulted Attorney

This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.

please help me

One of the best guys I have ever met he and is team are number one in my book. if I was to move out of state I would hire him to find me a lawyer for what ever state I was in. He and his team now have a customer for life for what ever I may need in the field of law

Posted by Kayly | August 31, 2017 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

The best of the best.

I cannot express enough how grateful I am for Mr. Saunders and his team. I have consulted and hired them several times over the years regarding civil suits and occasionally when I simply needed advice. Although my issues have never been major, Mr. Saunders and his team treated them as if they were an...d made me feel as though I was their most important client every time. I am abundantly grateful for Mr. Saunders' thorough knowledge of the legal system, quick wit, and fast thinking. He has helped me navigate extremely stressful situations, and I leave each time feeling reassured that each situation is in his capable hands. I would recommend Saunders Law Group to anyone and can't imagine ever using another firm for my legal needs!

Posted by EDWARD | August 29, 2017 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

None finer

As the owner of three businesses here in Central Florida, I have availed myself of Tom's services on many different occasions, often on complex matters ( all business related, no divorce work........yet! ). His reassuring, patient demeanor and exceptional legal expertise have served me well over the ...last 25+ years and I feel privileged indeed to call him "my lawyer".

Posted by anonymous | August 23, 2017 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Great divorce lawyer

Saunders Law Group and its staff were incredible to work with in a very difficult and emotionally draining process. It was not just the excellent legal work itself but also the attitude of the lawyers and staff that set Saunders Law Group apart; you never felt that you were merely a number or a “fil...e”; instead, you were treated with respect and your questions were answered fully and in an understandable way. While I certainly hope never to need a great divorce lawyer again, should I need one… A.P.B. Former Wife

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Thomas Clifford Saunders's Lawyer Endorsements

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Victor Smith

Litigation lawyer | Sep 06

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Tom Saunders is an outstanding lawyer who I recommend unequivocally. He is the lawyer that I think of when someone in my family asks for a recommendation. Top shelf lawyer and a top shelf man."

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Kimble Bouchillon

Litigation lawyer | Sep 06

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have known Tom for about 20 years having worked both as co-counsel with him as well as working as opposing counsel. Tom is Double Board Certified by the Florida Bar in both Civil Trial and Business Litigation and has an “AV” rating from Martindale Hubbell. He has served in many leadership positions in local and state bar associations and is well respected by his peers and the judiciary. Tom and his staff are dogged in their pursuit of their clients' interests. I have never seen Tom back away from a fight nor fight when it was unnecessary. I would have no hesitation in recommending Tom to represent anyone involved in a personal injury or medical malpractice case. Additionally, Tom’s business litigation certification and designation as a Super Lawyer in Family Law matters make Tom and his staff an easy choice when civil litigation matters or divorce matters are involved."

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Kimble Bouchillon

Litigation lawyer

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Victor Smith

Family lawyer

Experience

Rating:  9.6 (Superb)

Honors

2017

AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale Hubbell

2017

Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers

2016

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2015

Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers

2009

Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers

2008

Certified Family Law Mediator, Florida Supreme Court

2006

Certified Circuit Court Mediator, Florida Supreme Court

1996

Board Certified Business Litigation, Florida Bar Association

1991

Board Certified Civil Trial Law, Florida Bar Association

Work Experience

2002 - Present

President, Saunders Law Group

1991 - 2002

Shareholder, Frost & Saunders, P.A.

1987 - 1991

Associate Attorney, McClain & Associates, P.A.

1984 - 1987

Litigation Attorney 3, City of Tampa

Associations

2000 - Present

Lakeland Bar Association

Member

2000 - Present

Polk County Bench Bar Committee

Past Chairman

1995 - Present

Willson American Inn of Court

Master

1984 - Present

Florida Bar

Member

2001 - 2002

Polk County Trial Lawyers Association

Past President

1998 - 1999

Tenth Judicial Circuit Judicial Nominating Commission

Past Chairman

1995 - 1998

Florida Bar Civil Trial Certification Committee

Past Chairman

Education

1982

University of Florida, Fredric G. Levin College of Law

Juris Doctor

1980

University of Notre Dame

Bachelors of Arts

Languages

English

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