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Thomas A. Wilken
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Biography
Mr. Wilken graduated from the University of Pittsburgh and went onto to Duquesne University School of Law earning Juris Doctorate. Attorney Wilken served as both the President and Vice President of the Dauphin County Workers' Compensation Section as well as speaking on topics pertinent to injured workers. Attorney Wilken is a member of the Pennsylvania Bar Association, the Dauphin County Bar Association, Pennsylvania Trial Lawyers Association, Pennsylvania Supreme Court and the Middle District of the United States Federal Court.
In addition, he served as a member and former Treasurer of the Chambersburg Hispanic American Center. He was appointed in 2011 as a member of the Pennsylvania Super Lawyers in the area of Workers' Compensation and is currently certified as a specialist in the practice of workers' compensation law by the Pennsylvania Bar Association's Workers' Compensation Law as authorized by the Pennsylvania Supreme Court.
When not working, he enjoys golfing, kayaking and coaching his children's sports teams. He is also a member of the Mechanicsburg Elks.
Practice Areas
4
Practice Areas
Workers Compensation
85%
34 years | 999 cases
Personal Injury
5%
31 years | 10 cases
Fees and Rates
Cost
Payment Methods
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Licensed in Pennsylvania for 36 years
State: Pennsylvania
Acquired: 1989
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Location
Ira H. Weinstock
800 N 2nd Street, Harrisburg, PA, 17102
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Posted by Andrew | July 11, 2013 | Employment & Labor
TOTAL RELIEF FROM GRIEF
I was let go by a company over the phone because they didn't have what it takes to see a man face to face and screw up his life. I talked to Tom Wilken and knew right away he was the lawyer for me. He made sure that I understood everything we were going to go through, and no question ,was a bad quest...
Posted by Mike | June 17, 2013 | Lawsuits & Disputes
Great Service
I am extremely happy with Tom's service. He took my case and made everything simple for me and kept me updated and informed as everything progressed. His knowledge level on my case was amazing and he made it all look so easy. Due to Tom's skills my case was settled very quickly. I walked away wi...
Posted by anonymous | May 15, 2013 | Workers Compensation
Look no further!
Thomas Wilken knows his stuff. He took the time to break things down into layman's terms for me so I fully understood what to expect during each part of the legal process. I would highly recommend Mr. Wilken to anyone who needs a good Workers Compensation lawyer. He went above and beyond his call o...
Posted by anonymous | October 24, 2012 | Workers Compensation
Trustworthy and Knowledgeable
Tom took my case after I had called the big names from the TV commercials and had been turned down. The events of my case had happened three years before. I was going up against my former employer, the workers comp company and my current health insurance provider. When looked at the medical record...
Posted by Kirby | July 26, 2012 | Lawsuits & Disputes
We are blessed to have Tom Wilken as our lawyer and friend.
Tom Wilken has been our shoulder to lean on for many years.We are so thankful that he stood by us through it all.He helped us to understand what was going on behind the scenes. Without Tom explaining to us what to expect to happen or what not to expect to happen, we would have been lost. Even though ...
Thomas A. Wilken's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse this lawyer."
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"Top-notch attorney. Highly respected in the legal community."
"Tom Wilken and the Calhoon law firm are the go-to attorneys for Workers Comp. I endorse this lawyer."
"I want to take a second to compliment Mr. Wilken and his practice. Mr. Wilken is very knowledgable of Worker's Compensation Law and he truly cares about the needs of his clients. Mr. Wilken will give you an honest evaluation of your case and he provides competant aggresive representation"
"I endorse this lawyer. I have known Tom for over 20 years. I have handled worker's compensation cases with Tom. He is a professional and experienced claimant's lawyer. He is always prepared to represent his clients with the highest degree of preparation and integrity."
"I have been observing Tom's legal and people skills for over twenty years and can unequivocally state he is one of the most honest attorneys I have hever had the pleasure of doing business with both as opposing counsel and when working together on a matter."
"I endorse this lawyer's work. I have known Tom for several years now and have found him to be very knowledgable of workers' compensation and a worthy adversary in litigation."
"I endorse this lawyer's work. Tom is very honest, hard working and creative. He is totally focused on achieving the best possible result for his client, and he has earned the respect of judges and other attorneys."
"I endorse this lawyer's work."
"Tom is my go to guy in the Harrisburg area. If he can't help you with your worker's comp claim, no one can."
"Tom Wilken is a highly competent and professional attorney. I have been opposing counsel against Tom on a number of workers' compensation trials, and he always pursues the rights of his clients in a diligent, aggressive, and effective manner."
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Experience
Honors
2023
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2022
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2021
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2020
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2019
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2018
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2017
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2016
2016 Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2013
Workers' Compensation Certified Specialist, Supreme Court of Pennsylvania
2011
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
Work Experience
2011 - Present
Attorney, Ira H. Weinstock
2007 - 2010
Attorney, Serratelli, Schiffman, Brown & Calhoon, P.C.
1994 - 2007
Partner, Morgan & Wilken
1992 - 1994
Attorney, Post & Schell
Associations
1989 - Present
Pennsylvania Bar AssociationMember
1989 - Present
Dauphin County Bar AssociationMember
2007 - 2009
Pennsylvania Trial Lawyers AssociationMember
2006 - 2008
Chambersburg Hispanic CenterTreasurer
1999 - 2001
Dauphin County Bar AssociationPresident & VP of WC Section
1998 - 2000
Chambersburg Chamber of CommerceMember
1998 - 2012
Chambersburg Hispanic CenterBoard Memberember
Sample of Legal Cases
Perez Gonzolez
favorable to Claimant
Education
1988
Duquesne University School of Law
Juris Doctorate
1985
University of Pittsburgh
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2013
Workers' Compensation Matters
Department of Labor & Industry
Publications
2011
Calhoon and Associates Blog
Should an Illegal alien get 275 weeks of compensation benefits?
Languages
English
Spanish
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Guides
Legal Answers
Q&A
Do I have to tell claims department about previous work comp cases
09 Apr 2017
Q&A
Do I settle with my employer when I was hurt on the job and have about a two inch scar on my face just above my eye?
11 Apr 2017
Q&A
Can i sue my husbands former employer for mental anguish and stress for firing him for no good reason?
26 Mar 2012