Matthew Paul Tomkiel
About Matthew
Biography
Matthew Tomkiel has exclusively practiced plaintiff’s personal injury law in New York since 2003 with a primary focus on construction accident cases. He is a partner and a third-generation attorney in his family firm of Tomkiel & Tomkiel. He is also “of counsel” to several New York law firms and litigates their complex accident cases. He is frequently asked to assist other attorneys at trial and as appellate counsel.
Practice Areas
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Practice Area
23 years
Fees and Rates
Cost
33%-33%
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Licensed in New York for 22 years
State: New York
Acquired: 2003
No misconduct found
Location
Tomkiel & Tomkiel
670 White Plains Road, Suite 322, Scarsdale, NY, 10583
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Matthew Paul Tomkiel's Reviews
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Posted by Jeffrey | October 8, 2015 | Consulted Attorney
Excellent Personal Injury Lawyer
I've worked with Matthew on a number of matters. He is extremely professional and pays great attention to detail. He provides an unparalleled level of client service. I highly recommend him.
Posted by Francine | June 12, 2013
Review of Matt Tomkiel
Very respectful,kept me informed,put everything out on the table to weigh all options,would call him first if I needed a lawyer again ,I have full trust in him he gave me could advise an helped me put my settlement into something that would protect an benefit me thru the years. Would highly recommend...
Matthew Paul Tomkiel's Lawyer Endorsements
"Matthew is an excellent lawyer who treats clients with patience, care, understanding, and utmost professionalism - an even better person and I wholeheartedly recommend for future services."
"Matt, a law school classmate, has frequently provided me with tremendously useful insight, information, and resources regarding personal injury law and practice. He is always willing to take the time to help a colleague; I can only assume that he is as diligent (if not more so) when serving his clients."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer. Matt is a smart, conscientious litigator who fights hard for his clients. His writing is strong, succinct, and has proven victorious on many matters."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer. He is a dedicated, hard working advocate for his clients and an active and knowledgeable member of the New York legal community."
"I endorse this lawyer. Matthew Tomkiel is very well accomplished in personal injury law. He treats his clients with complete dignity and respect and achieves excellent results. Other lawyers have great respect for his abilities."
"It's my pleasure to endorse Mr. Tomkiel. He is a talented attorney and an asset to the legal profession."
"I endorse this lawyer. He is very knowledgeable and responsive to his clients. He is a zealous advocate for injured construction workers and those injured in car accidents, train accidents and accidents where people fall. He is respected by colleagues in the personal injury community."
"I endorse this lawyer. Works very hard for the best interests of his clients and isn't afraid to think outside the box to get the desired result. Clients can sleep well at night knowing Mr. Tomkiel is looking out for their best interests."
"I endorse this lawyer. Great researcher and legal writer. Furthermore, Matthew always put clients first."
"Great legal writer- I endorse this lawyer."
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Experience
Honors
2018
New York Metro Super Lawyers List, Super Lawyers
2016
Top 40 Lawyers Under 40, American Society of Legal Advocates
2015
Million Dollar Advocate, Million Dollar Advocates Forum
2015
Multi-Million Dollar Advocate, Multi-Million Dollar Advocates Forum
2015
Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers
2014
Top Verdict, Verdict Search
2014
Bronx Bar Champion, Bronx County Bar Association
2014
Top Settlements New York 2014 Construction #11, New York Law Journal
2014
Top Settlements New York 2014 Construction #18, New York Law Journal
Work Experience
2013 - Present
Partner, Tomkiel & Tomkiel
2009 - 2010
Attorney, Urban Justice Center
2008 - 2013
Principal, Law Office of Matthew Tomkiel
2003 - 2009
Associate, Tomkiel & Tomkiel PC
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Sample of Legal Cases
$700,000 settlement at mediation
$2,000,000 Mediated Settlement
$1.625 Million Settlement During Trial
$2.7 Million Settlement at Mediation
Education
2002
JD - Juris Doctor
1999
BA - Bachelor of Arts
1995
Speaking Engagements
2015
Publications
2015
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Answers
Can an Insurance company paying no-fault impose a lien on the settlement with another carrier for pain and suffering?
26 Feb 2015
Is it defamation when a probation officer conveys information about me to a school district in order to get me fired?
21 Feb 2015