Paul Rice Thomson III

Paul Rice Thomson III

5.0
Rating: 9.5

Licensed for 30 years

Personal injury Lawyer at Roanoke, VA
Practice Areas: Personal Injury, Brain Injury, Car Accidents ... +2 more

2721 Brambleton Ave. S.W., Roanoke, VA

About Paul

Biography

Practice Areas

5

Practice Areas

Brain Injury 20%

31 years

20%
Car Accident 20%

31 years

20%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Contingency

33%-40%


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Licenses

Licensed in West Virginia for 23 years

State: West Virginia

Acquired: 2002

Active

No misconduct found

Licensed in Virginia for 30 years

State: Virginia

Acquired: 1995

Active

No misconduct found

Location

The Thomson Law Firm PLLC

2721 Brambleton Ave. S.W., Roanoke, VA, 24015

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Paul Rice Thomson III's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

5.0 /5.0

25 Client Reviews

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Posted by Sandy | September 17, 2020 | Hired Attorney

Great attorney who will have your best interest at heart!!

Mr. Thomson took my case and made me feel as though I was his only client! He kept me well informed throughout the process and I always felt comfortable with any questions I needed to ask. Would highly recommend him to anyone!

Posted by Rodney | May 07, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Great lawyer

I thought it was a lost cause, but ended up winning a settlement. I was patient and let Mr Thomson do his job.

Posted by Pam | April 27, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Car Accidents

Doesn't give up

We hired Mr. Thomson after my husband was t-boned last year by a woman running a red light. We had never been involved in a serious accident so we had many questions about dealing with the insurance companies. After speaking with Paul, we knew he would help us sort things out. He kept dealing with th...e insurance companies until we reached a fair settlement. He and his staff were a pleasure to work with and we highly recommend Mr. Thomson if you want someone who is caring and willing to work hard for you!

Posted by James | March 19, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Personal Injury

Never gave up

I was probably the worst client ever. From day one Paul tried to do everything to ensure the best outcome for me, however I continued to miss Drs appointments and just wasn’t doing what I needed to on my end. We actually lost contact for over a year. He went to my old residence to try and find me, th...en finally got me on email. He never gave up and because of him I actually came out great in a case that I gave up on. There’s no way I would ever consider getting another lawyer if needed in the future. Do yourself a favor and contact Paul, if you have a case he will find a way!!

Posted by Ralph | August 16, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Insurance

To get the best, you need the best!

Paul Thompson & Tommy Joe Williams share the building/offices and both men are two of the best, most trustworthy, capable, knowledgeable & dependable lawyers/men that I have known and had the great opportunity of having represent me when I was "between the rock and hard place". Paul has his specia...lities and one is dealing with insurance companies who are responsible to pay their client's claims. Paul knows the ropes thru years of dealing with these people and their companies. They are determined to pay the least and Paul is determined to get you all the policy and law will allow. Often times one should travel the "go to court" route to get fair treatment by these companies. Some times settlement is the best and quickest way. Paul can and did guide me accordingly securing for me a 'better by far' settlement than I would have imagined. I recommend Paul to anyone who has need of dealing with their insurance company for any reason!

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Paul Rice Thomson III's Lawyer Endorsements

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Christian Lassen

Unknown lawyer | Jan 19

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Top-notch attorney. Highly respected in the legal community."

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Dennis Tackett

Personal injury lawyer | Mar 17

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Attorney Thomson is a true professional. His clients like him and his opponents respect him."

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Kenneth Waterway

Personal injury lawyer | Sep 11

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse Paul Thomson. We litigated against each other for two+ years in a major case involving unique product liability issues and discovery challenges. Paul was an exceptional advocate, creative and relentless. I found him to be several steps ahead of his peers. He was very effective in everything he did, and though I didn't enjoy it at the time I can certainly completely admire his abilities and approach now that the case is over! I also credit Paul for his professionalism, and note that despite the challenges he creates for opposing counsel on the merits, he is never unpleasant or unreasonable to deal with on a personal level."

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Brenden Leydon

Defective and dangerous products lawyer | Aug 15

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Paul is a very diligent attorney with a great deal of experience representing injured victims of consumer products."

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Wayne Haig

Personal injury lawyer | Aug 14

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. First rate trial attorney. Aggressive. Tireless. Principled. Honest."

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Kenneth Waterway

Defective and dangerous products lawyer

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Raphael Ferris

Criminal defense lawyer

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Brenden Leydon

Personal injury lawyer

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Wayne Haig

Workers compensation lawyer

Experience

Rating:  9.5 (Superb)

Honors

2019

Distinguished, Martindale-Hubbell

2019

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2018

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2017

Member, Multi-Million Dollar Advocates Forum

2017

Best Lawyer, Best Lawyers

2017

Million Dollar Advocate, Million Dollar Advocates Forum

2016

Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers

Work Experience

2010 - Present

Attorney, The Thomson Law Firm PLLC

Associations

AAJ American Association for Justice

Virginia Trial Lawyers Association

West Virginia Association for Justice

Personal Injury Lawyers of Roanoke (PILR)

Roanoke Bar Association

Sample of Legal Cases

Nurse admits exceeding scope of practice

Settlement - $1.4 Million

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Education

1995

University of Arkansas - Little Rock

J.D. with honors

1989

Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University

B.A.

Speaking Engagements

2013

Spring 2013

Defective Soccer Goals

2013

LGA Spring 2013 Conference

Premises Liability

Publications

Languages

English

Activity

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