Sex Crimes Defense Attorney
Attorney Thomas A. Pavlinic is the lead defense attorney of Premier Defense Group, which is a Maryland-based law practice that defends individuals nationwide who have been falsely accused of sexual crimes. The Group is comprised of Attorney Thomas A. Pavlinic and a collaboration of Group criminal attorneys who reside in the states across the U.S.
To learn more about Tom, please visit his website profile at https://www.premierdefensegroup.com/thomas-a-pavlinic-esq
Practice areas
A sex crimes criminal defense law practice dedicated to defending individuals falsely accused of child sexual abuse, molestation, rape, sexual assault, or any other sex crime.
48 years, 5,000 cases
Languages spoken
English, German
Premier Defense Group
1906 Towne Centre Boulevard
Suite 265
Annapolis, MD, 21401-7063
State | Status | Acquired | Updated |
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IN | Temporary Admission | 2017 | 06/06/2017 |
MD | Active | 1973 | 03/30/2022 |
Legal answers | 0 |
Legal guides | 0 |
Award name | Grantor | Date Granted |
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Super Lawyer | Super Lawyers | 2018 |
Super Lawyer | Super Lawyers | 2017 |
Super Lawyer | Super Lawyers | 2016 |
Client Rating Preeminent | Martindale-Hubbell | 2011 |
Top 100 Trial Lawyers | National Trial Lawyers | 2008 |
Title | Company name | Duration |
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Lead Defense Attorney | Premier Defense Group | 2009 - Present |
Amicus Curiae Counsel | False Memory Syndrome Foundation | 1995 - 2009 |
Criminal Defense Attorney | Law Offices of Thomas A. Pavlinic | 1975 - 2009 |
Clerk | Circuit Court for Anne Arundel County, Maryland | 1973 - 1975 |
Association name | Position name | Duration |
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National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers | Lifetime Member | 1997 - Present |
Maryland State Bar Association | Member | 1973 - Present |
School name | Degree | Graduated |
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George Washington Law School, Washington, DC | JD - Juris Doctor | 1973 |
University of Marlyand, College Park | BS - Bachelor of Science | 1969 |
Conference name | Title | Date |
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Savage Nation Interview | False Accusations of Sexual Abuse | 2011 |
Case name | Outcome |
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State's Expert Discredited; Inconsistencies of Child Witness Revealed | Not guilty all counts |
Cross Examination of Children Accusers Reveals Contradictions | Not Guilty all counts |
Commonwealth of Virginia v R. T. D. | Case dismissed on motion to strike. |
Com. v. Delbridge, 885 A.2d 27 (Pa.2003). | He and Mark Mack prevailed before the Pennsylvania Supreme Court on a child abuse conviction involving issues of competency and taint as matters of first impression. |
State v. Plaskett, 27 P.3d 890 (Kan. 2001) | At the appellate level, Tom, working in conjunction with the Office of the Public Defender, obtained a reversal of a child sexual abuse conviction at the Kansas Supreme Court. |
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Michael Rosofsky, Criminal defense Attorney on Apr 16, 2022
Relationship: Worked together on matter
I endorse this lawyer. Many years ago Tom assisted me with a sexual crime case and his guidance was incredible. He is the best! Thank you Tom for helping a young lawyer 25 years ago. I really appreciated your time and knowledge. A true mentor!
Richard Altmark, Sex crime Attorney on May 25, 2017
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
When it comes to sex crimes cases, there simply is no one better. Tom has dedicated his life and entire to career to this area of law, and his ability to handle these types of cases is unmatched in my opinion.
Michael Rosofsky, Criminal defense Attorney on Apr 16, 2022
Relationship: Worked together on matter
I endorse this lawyer. Many years ago Tom assisted me with a sexual crime case and his guidance was incredible. He is the best! Thank you Tom for helping a young lawyer 25 years ago. I really appreciated your time and knowledge. A true mentor!
Richard Altmark, Sex crime Attorney on May 25, 2017
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
When it comes to sex crimes cases, there simply is no one better. Tom has dedicated his life and entire to career to this area of law, and his ability to handle these types of cases is unmatched in my opinion.
David Carlson, Criminal defense Attorney on Dec 17, 2014
Relationship: Worked together on matter
I endorse this lawyer. When it comes to Sex Crimes Tom is the best in the business. His meticulous attention to detail and knowledge of the law is unsurpassed.
Raymond Carignan, Criminal defense Attorney on Dec 13, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
One of a kind lawyer. I highly doubt there is another attorney out there with the level of experience that Tom has in sex crimes defense.
Anthony Tuorto, Criminal defense Attorney on Jul 3, 2014
Relationship: Other
I endorse this lawyer.
Mark Mack, Criminal defense Attorney on Feb 4, 2014
Relationship: Worked together on matter
I endorse this lawyer.
Maria Mena, Criminal defense Attorney on Dec 30, 2013
Relationship: Worked together on matter
I endorse Tom for his expertise in sex crimes defense. I have worked with him on numerous cases, and can say that he possesses a skill level for these types of cases that is beyond that of any other lawyer that I know.
Julie Kaelin, Criminal defense Attorney on Aug 29, 2013
Relationship: Worked together on matter
Tom is always a step ahead of the pack, and his clients benefit greatly from his advanced knowledge. Combine that with his courtroom presence, and it makes for a tenacious ability in criminal defense. I have learned a great deal from Tom, and enjoy seeing the personal approach he takes with clients. I highly recommend Tom.
Heather Barbieri, Criminal defense Attorney on Aug 29, 2013
Relationship: Worked together on matter
Without question, Tom is one of the most exceptional attorneys I have had the pleasure to work with. He is tenacious, yet compassionate. I am honored to be associated with him. He is a diamond in our profession.
Gary Gerstenfield, Child custody Attorney on Aug 27, 2013
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Pavlinic is a hard working attorney who cares deeply for his clients. Unlike a lot of lawyers he looks for mutual interests that connects in a personal way with his clients.
David Shrager, Criminal defense Attorney on Aug 1, 2013
Relationship: Worked together on matter
I endorse this lawyer. I've worked with Tom in the past and can attest to his unparallelled experience in sex crimes defense.
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