I have been successfully handling consumer bankruptcy cases in South Jersey and Eastern Pennsylvania for over 20 years. Prior to entering the arena of bankruptcy, my legal background centered on personal injury and municipal court.
In 1982 after graduating Upper Dublin High School in Montgomery County Pennsylvania, I spent two years at Ursinus College as a Biology major. Following my sophomore year in college I had the opportunity to spend the summer in Israel on an Archeological Dig in Israel. The results are summarized in the book, Khirbet Nisya, The Search for Biblical Ai 1979-2002.
My junior and senior years in college were spent as a Religion major at Temple University where I graduated summa cum laude. Not wanting to waste my religious training, I decided on a legal career and entered Delaware Law School in 1987 which would become Widener Law by graduation in 1990. I especially enjoyed the association with Widener since my grandfather graduated Pennsylvania Military College (now Widener University). After graduation I practiced personal injury as well as criminal law and even spent time in the insurance and securities industry.
I was married September 4th 2004 in Ocean City to my wife Christina. Christina runs an online business from our home. I have three girls, Ashley(18), Emily(7) & Lillian(3). Emily has a rare condition initially labeled as chromosome 17q21.31 micro deletion syndrome now known as Koolen deVries syndrome. In 2009, our family hosted the first C17 gathering of families with children having this condition, including Dr. David Koolen and Dr. Bert deVries from Holland. Emily was granted her wish to go to Disneyworld last year by the Make-A-Wish Foundation of New Jersey. We share our families story at onelittlepooh.net.
I have strong ties to the Philadelphia area going back to the mid-1800s. My great grandfather and grandfather owned and operated H. Swoboda & Son until the 1950s. Their factory was located in North Philadelphia and supplied horse hide to A.G. Spalding & A.J. Reach. Thomas Shibe & George Reach were guests in my great grandfather's box at the 1915 World Series in Philadelphia. My father is a graduate of John Bartram High School in southwest Philadelphia and the University of Pennsylvania. My mother graduated from the Stevens School in Germantown (was a classmate of Grace Kelly) and Penn State University. Both worked at the Bell Telephone Company of Pennsylvania and are currently retired.
I had the opportunity to join the firm of McDowell Law PC in November 2014 and look forward to helping expand its consumer bankruptcy practice.
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State | Status | Acquired | Updated |
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NJ | Active | 1990 | 04/08/2022 |
PA | Active | 1990 | 05/28/2022 |
Legal answers | 106 |
Legal guides | 0 |
Award name | Grantor | Date Granted |
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summa cum laude | Temple University | 1987 |
Title | Company name | Duration |
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Associate | McDowell Law PC | 2018 - Present |
Associate | McDowell Posternock Apell & Detrick, PC | 2014 - 2017 |
Associate | Law Offices of S. Daniel Hutchison | 2000 - 2014 |
Association name | Position name | Duration |
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New Jersey Bankruptcy American Inn of Court | Barrister | 2012 - Present |
School name | Degree | Graduated |
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Widener University School of Law | JD - Juris Doctor | 1990 |
Temple University | BA - Bachelor of Arts | 1987 |
Conference name | Title | Date |
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Basics of Bankruptcy Law for Non-Bankruptcy Attorneys: What You Need To Know! | Bankruptcy | 2019 |
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Francis Masciocchi, Unknown Attorney on Jun 21, 2018
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Tom is an excellent attorney and an aggressive advocate on behalf of his clients. I am privileged to know him and respect him for over 25 years.
Daniel Kron, Speeding and traffic ticket Attorney on Aug 2, 2017
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Simply said, Thomas is a great traffic ticket lawyer.
Francis Masciocchi, Unknown Attorney on Jun 21, 2018
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Tom is an excellent attorney and an aggressive advocate on behalf of his clients. I am privileged to know him and respect him for over 25 years.
Daniel Kron, Speeding and traffic ticket Attorney on Aug 2, 2017
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Simply said, Thomas is a great traffic ticket lawyer.
Robert Manchel, Chapter 13 bankruptcy Attorney on Jul 17, 2016
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer. I have known Tom for many years. He is an experienced, knowledgeable, and skilled bankruptcy lawyer, who is well respected by his colleagues. Also, Tom works long hours and is committed to securing great results for his clients.
Daniel Reinganum, Chapter 13 bankruptcy Attorney on Mar 18, 2015
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Tom Egner is a good, solid, down-to-earth bankruptcy lawyer. He is reliable and responsive to his clients. He is knowledgeable about bankruptcy and sensitive to his clients' needs. Tom is always prepared for his court appearances and hearings. I have referred clients to Tom and will continue to do so in the future.
Roger Yehl, Chapter 13 bankruptcy Attorney on Mar 13, 2015
Relationship: Worked together on matter
I endorse this lawyer. Tom is one of the best. He works hard, is diligent, and explains complex concepts in easy to understand languag .
Andrew Archer, Bankruptcy and debt Attorney on Mar 5, 2015
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I endorse this lawyer.
Christian Lassen, Unknown Attorney on Jan 25, 2015
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I endorse this lawyer.
Joel Spivack, Bankruptcy and debt Attorney on Sep 10, 2014
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I endorse this lawyer. I have known Attorney Egner for many years as a colleague in the bankruptcy practice in Southern New Jersey. Tom is a hard working and creative attorney who always seeks to get the best results for his clients.
Bruce Truesdale, Bankruptcy and debt Attorney on Aug 26, 2014
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I endorse this lawyer. I have known Tom for more than 15 years. He is knowledgeable, compassionate and responsive. He always goes the extra mile for all of his clients. Tom is the kind of attorney that gives attorneys a GOOD name.
Jonathan Ivans, Bankruptcy and debt Attorney on Jul 30, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I have known Tom for 27 years and you will not find a more knowledgable and professional attorney. I have referred many complicated bankruptcy matters to Tom and he was able to successfully resolve those bankruptcy matters on behalf on those clients. Over the years I have come to rely on Tom's advice on bankruptcy matters involving my clients as well. Tom's opinions are truly valued.
Francis Landgrebe, Bankruptcy and debt Attorney on Jul 17, 2014
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I highly endorse Tom Egner. He is experienced, hardworking and dedicated to his clients. He has helped many people get out of debt. He knows the law and represents his clients zealously.
John Hargrave, Chapter 7 bankruptcy Attorney on Oct 22, 2013
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter
I have known Tom for several years now. He regular represents debtors in cases where I am the Chapter 7 trustee. He is always well prepared and does a superb job in representing his clients. He aware of all current legal issues and ready to debate them at a moments notice. A very fine lawyer
David Huber, Bankruptcy and debt Attorney on Aug 30, 2011
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Tom is a formidable attorney whose demeanor and character champion those he represents.
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