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Thomas M. McNamara
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Biography
Thomas M. McNamara received his B.A. from Southern Connecticut State College in 1975. He received his law degree from Emory University School of Law in 1985. He is a member of the Connecticut Trial Lawyers Association, The American Association for Justice, Connecticut Bar Association and New Haven County Bar Association. He is a charter member of the National Crime Victim Bar Association. Mr. McNamara concentrates his practice in the areas of personal injury litigation and workers’ compensation. He has represented victims of sexual abuse against the clergy and other perpetrators since 1992 and has lectured on the subject for the Connecticut Bar Association and Middlesex County Bar Association. In 1996 he received the Arnold Markle Community Service Award from the Greater New Haven Sexual Assault Services for his dedication to sexual assault survivors and their families. Attorney McNamara represented sixteen of forty-three victims in a twenty-two million dollar settlement with the Hartford Archdiocese in 2005. In 2012, Attorney McNamara tried the first clergy sex abuse case to go to trial against the Archdiocese of Hartford, resulting in a judgement of $1,354, for the plaintiff.
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Licensed in Connecticut for 39 years
State: Connecticut
Acquired: 1986
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Location
Mcnamara & Goodman, LLP
142 Temple St, New Haven, CT, 06510-2600
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Thomas M. McNamara's Reviews
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Posted by Tina | March 23, 2015
Excellent lawyer and counselor!
Attorney McNamara is not only a great lawyer, but a friend. He cares about his clients and makes himself available for counsel. I would recommend him in the future!
Posted by anonymous | December 14, 2008
Great At what he does and who he is
The Ratings say it all . He is nothing but professional no b.s. also doesn't sugar coat either
Thomas M. McNamara's Lawyer Endorsements
"Tom McNamara is highly skilled in many areas, and particularly in sexual abuse cases. Our paths have crossed while we were both in the trenches on these cases and I have been impressed over the years at his handling of them. He is truly a gentleman and an asset to our profession. It has been an honor to know him."
"Attorney McNamara is an outstanding lawyer who genuinely cares about his clients. I have worked with him on numerous cases and found him to be extremely knowledgeable. He is a gentleman and an asset to the legal community."
"I endorse Thomas. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."
"Tom McNamara is one of the most experienced abuse and personal injury lawyers I know. I have seen Tom take a tough case and have a jury award his client over one million dollars. Obviously results from case to case can vary but plain and simple: this guy is both a great lawyer and a decent human being. He explains the real facts and options to his clients. Our firm has worked with Tom on many occassions and never been disappointed with his work. He speaks the simple truth and promises only what he can deliver. Experience counts! James Alexander Hall, (fellow personal injury attorney)"
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Experience
Honors
2023
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2022
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2021
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2020
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2019
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2018
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2017
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2016
BV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2014
Top Lawyers, The Legal Network
2014
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
1996
Community Service Award, Greater New Haven Sexual Assualt Crisis Service
Work Experience
1988 - Present
Partner, McNamara and Goodman, LLP
Associations
1994 - Present
National Crime Victim Bar AssociationAttorney Member
1986 - Present
Connecticut Trial Lawyers AssociationAttorney Member
1986 - Present
Connecticut Bar AssociationAttorney Member
1986 - Present
American Association for JusticeAttorney Member
1986 - Present
New Haven County Bar AssociationAttorney Member
Sample of Legal Cases
Jacob Doe v. Archdiocese of Hartford
Jury found defendant negligent and reckless. Jury awarded one million dollars in compensatory damages. Punitive damages were awarded by the Court in the amount of $354,541.39, for a total final judgemnent of $1,354,541.39.
McDermott v. State of Connecticut
$850,000.00 was awarded to the Estate of William McDermott and $435,000.00 to Madeline McDermott, for a total verdict amount of $1,306,371.65 with costs.
Marsala v. Groonell
Jury found defendant driver negligent for making improper left-hand turn in front of motorcycle driver, resulting in amputation of right lower leg. Verdict of $1,635,000.00. Final judgement with interest totaled $2,582,949.88.
Education
1985
Emory University School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
1975
Southern Connecticut State University
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2005
Connecticut Trial Lawyers Association, CLE Committee
My Best Final Argument
1996
Victim Litigation
Sexual Abuse by the Clergy
Languages
English