Thomas Matthew Splain

Thomas Matthew Splain

also known as Tom Splain

5.0
Rating: 8.2

Licensed for 27 years

DUI and DWI Lawyer at Rochester, NY
Practice Areas: DUI & DWI, Criminal Defense, Estate Planning ... +2 more

366 White Spruce Boulevard, Rochester, NY

About Thomas

Practice Areas

5

Practice Areas

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 60 minutes

Retainer

Always


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in New York for 27 years

State: New York

Acquired: 1998

Currently Registered

No misconduct found

Location

Law Office of Thomas M. Splain, P.C.

366 White Spruce Boulevard, Rochester, NY, 14623

Law Office of Thomas M. Splain, P.C.

121 West Main Street, Victor, NY, 14564

Law Office of Thomas M. Splain, P.C.

131 Main Street, PO Box 548, Geneseo, NY, 14454

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Thomas Matthew Splain's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

45 Client Reviews

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Posted by Dylan | August 28, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Best criminal defense lawyer in Rochester!

I would 110% recommend Thomas Splain to all my friend's and family. He communicates, is transparent and reliable! Got me off on a HUGE charge!!! If anyone is in any serious legal issues he's the man for the job!

Posted by anonymous | August 20, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Business

Best of the best

I've hired dozens of attorneys for business and personal matters. By far, Tom is the best attorney I've ever hired. Detail oriented, respected by the legal community, caring and results oriented are how I'd describe him. Call him first.

Posted by anonymous | April 14, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Speeding & Traffic Ticket

Great service that gave me peace of mind and an good outcome

After moving to Rochester, I ran into some financial issues that resulted in my auto insurance lapsing. I was unfamiliar with New York’s laws and ended up facing severe penalties. Tom Splain negotiated an outcome that kept my driving record in good standing and helped me recover from my mistake. He w...as very professional, communicated well, and responded quickly to all my questions.

Posted by anonymous | February 24, 2020 | Hired Attorney

Went above and beyond

Mr. Splain was a wonderful attorny. He went above and beyond the call of duty to assist with my case, and was there every step of the way to answer any questions. I would 100% recommend Tom to anyone.

Posted by anonymous | February 18, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

A thorough and excellent lawyer

I was falsely accused of “unlawful imprisonment” by my ex-wife to try to get me out of the house after she discovered my complaints to my friend by going through my phone. Tom was recommended to me by a good friend and I am glad he was. Tom was with me every step of the process (this was my only en...counter with the justice system so it was all foreign to me). Tom not only prepped me for the court dates, he also made sure I was comfortable and felt heard. This was a scary and very stressful situation, but Tom was prepared and thorough at every court appearance and at the trial. Ultimately I was found not guilty, but I don’t know how I would’ve gotten through it without him. I would recommend him to anyone who needs legal counsel.

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Thomas Matthew Splain's Lawyer Endorsements

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Jamie Nobles

DUI and DWI lawyer | Dec 31

Relationship: Co-worker

"Tom has been a friend and mentor for nearly 20 years. He is the foremost expert on DWI cases in our region. He has handled well over 2,000 DWI cases and there is nothing he hasn't seen when it comes to DWI defense. I have referred him countless clients. He treats each client with care and respect and obtains excellent results time and time again."

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David Hoffmann

Criminal defense lawyer | Dec 20

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Tom Splain is an outstanding attorney. I am occasionally asked to refer people to an attorney, and Tom is always at the top of the list. He has an excellent demeanor, and his knowledge of the law is unmatched. His years of experience and his familiarity with the local courts make him a great choice for any person seeking representation."

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Kevin Van Allen

DUI and DWI lawyer | Dec 20

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I have worked on a number of cases with Tom and regularly referred matters to him. Besides being an incredible attorney, he is kind and pleasant to deal with. I highly recommend him!"

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Angelo Rose

Criminal defense lawyer | Dec 19

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I have known Tom for over 20 years, was an adversary as a top-level prosecutor in the Monroe County District Attorneys Office and is now a colleague on the defense bar. Tom is unequivocally one of the most respected attorneys in Western NY. He works tirelessly for his clients. I have worked together with him on complex criminal litigations several times and with each, I am more impressed by his knowledge of the law, ability to decipher often confusing statutes and communicate such to his clients. There is no other attorney I could recommend more earnestly."

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Experience

Rating:  8.2 (Excellent)

Work Experience

2003 - Present

Managing Partner, Law Office of Thomas M. Splain, P.C.

1998 - 2003

Assistant District Attorney, Monroe County District Attorney's Office

Associations

New York State Bar Association

Monroe County Bar Association

New York State Defenders Association

Education

1997

State University of New York at Buffalo School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1993

State University of New York, College at Geneseo

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Languages

English

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