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Thomas Lee Hunker
also known as Tom Hunker
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Biography
Tom Hunker is a Board Certified, AV Rated appellate attorney with many years of experience at the trial and appellate levels. Tom has successfully briefed and argued numerous appeals in state and federal courts in a broad range of practice areas. Throughout his career, clients and other lawyers and law firms have relied on Tom's knowledge and expertise in formulating litigation strategies and presenting winning arguments.
Prior to founding Hunker Appeals, Tom graduated law school magna cum laude, interned for the Florida House of Representatives, clerked for the Florida Supreme Court, served as in house appellate counsel for a motor vehicle insurance company, and led a successful team of appellate attorneys as a Partner at one of the largest law firms in Florida.
Tom currently serves as a member of the Florida Bar Appellate Practice Certification Committee, a member of the Board of Directors of the Florida Claims Defense Network, and as General Counsel for an international manufacturing and production company. Tom focuses his practice on cases involving novel and intellectually challenging issues and employs his unique skill set in developing innovative solutions for his clients.
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Licensed in Illinois for 13 years
State: Illinois
Acquired: 2012
Licensed in Florida for 18 years
State: Florida
Acquired: 2007
Lawyer disciplined by state licensing authority in 2025
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Thomas Hunker
110 SE 6th Street, Suite 2330, Fort Lauderdale, FL, 33301
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Thomas Lee Hunker's Reviews
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Posted by anonymous | May 25, 2016 | Hired Attorney
Business advice session
Thomas Lee Hunker was very professional and very helpful to me. He even offered me the name of an attorney in my area, to go ahead with my issue.
Posted by Mitch | May 17, 2016 | Hired Attorney
Great advice on FLSA Issue
Mr. Hunker worked through my FLSA related questions, provided great and punctual legal advice concerning, and communicated it so a layman could understand it. I feel much more confident and knowledgeable about the issue after receiving his services than before. His expertise was a big help to my defe...
Posted by anonymous | April 21, 2016 | Hired Attorney
Honest, Knowledgable and Professional
Mr. Hunker took my case promptly. He was able to negotiate the payment terms and conditions according to what was fair and made sure my rights were protected. He did it expeditiously. He was always available for questions, non judgemental and easy to work with.
Posted by Einar Jordan | February 26, 2016 | Hired Attorney
Very effective Lawyer
After interviewing several lawyers that basically told me I am screwed. I employed Mr. Thomas services to represent me. With his help I didn't have to go to court, didn't even have to negotiate, he achieved an uncontested settlement on my behalf under three weeks. This saved me traveling expenses, st...
Posted by anonymous | February 26, 2016 | Hired Attorney
An Enthusiastic Recommendation
Mr. Hunker provided me with incite and meaningful information during an hour's consultation. I hired him immediately to represent me in a commercial dispute. Despite being a small case, Mr. Hunker was promptly and totally responsive to my timetable and to questions on legal matters. He provided a ...
Thomas Lee Hunker's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Hunker is a phenomenal attorney. He is well spoken, well versed and exceptionally competent."
"I have had the pleasure of knowing Tom for the past 5 years. He is an excellent attorney who is detail oriented and very knowledgeable of the law. I would not hesitate to recommend his services to anyone looking for representation regarding a litigation and/or appellate matter."
"Mr. Hunker is an extraordinary lawyer! I have had the opportunity to work with him in the insurance industry for 6 years He is reliable and dependable, always promptly responding to legal matters and requests He is overwhelmingly knowledgeable and skilled in legal research and writing I have read countless briefs and motions authored by Mr. Hunker and I have relied on them to argue my own cases His writings and oral arguments are clear and concise, I recently watched his oral argument in front of the 3rd DCA and it was excellent! He has had tremendous success in the legal field and has earned the respect of his clients and peers in South Florida I endorse Thomas Hunker!"
"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Hunker is a very well respected appellate attorney who I believe to be one of the best in the state. I am so confident in Mr. Hunker's skills that I have referred my own clients to Mr. Hunker in the past and will continue to do so. I highly recommend his services."
"I have known and worked with Thomas for many years and have always found him dependable, efficient and provides great work product. I endorse this lawyer."
"Thomas Hunker is an excellent attorney. Not only is he knowledgable about so many topics, but if he is unsure of an answer he will take the time to research the answer with you despite having other work pending. I have watched Mr. Hunker argue in front of the 3rd DCA, and other courts, and read his briefs. His arguments are cogent and do not dance around the issues. Mr. Hunker is an excellent appellate attorney with skills beyond his years."
"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Hunker is a intelligent and intuitive attorney. His problem solving skills are excellent. I highly recommend him for any appellate or research and writing endeavor."
"I endorse this lawyer. Tom Hunker is an excellent researcher and writer and is extremely knowledgeable about insurance matters."
"I endorse Mr. Hunker with no reservation because he is an extremely talented and well respected attorney in the legal community. I’ve had the unique opportunity to work with him on numerous appellate issues and he has shown to be very knowledgeable, hardworking and diligent. With a considerable amount of experience litigating the most complex appellate issues, Mr. consistently achieves superior results, knows the law well and truly cares about protecting the rights of clients and achieving the most favorable result possible."
"I have read Mr. Hunker's appellate briefs and I have watched him argue in court. He is very knowledgeable in appellate procedure and is always well prepared. I highly recommend him for any legal need."
"Mr. Hunker has provided practical and helpful information to individuals on AVVO. His comments show that he is knowledgeable and concerned for their all-around well being. Mr. Thomas Hunker is an asset to the AVVO community and his clients are in company of responsible counsel. I endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer. Thomas Hunker is very knowledgeable and can always articulate his points clearly and intelligently. He's thorough in his research and always someone I go to for assistance when I'm troubled on a legal issue."
"I've known Thomas since law school. You can't find a more capable and trustworthy attorney."
"Mr. Hunker is an excellent attorney with a vast knowledge of appellate and insurance law, as well as many others areas of law. He is extremely professional, with a phenomenal reputation in the local community and beyond. I strongly endorse Mr. Hunker."
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Experience
Professional misconduct
This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority in 2025.
Suspension issued in FL, 2025
updated on 12/30/2025Suspension means an attorney lost his or her license to practice law for a period of time. The attorney typically returns to practicing law when the suspension expires.
Honors
2016
The Florida Bar, Board Certified in Appellate Practice
2014
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2014
10 out of 10, Avvo.com
2014
Client's Choice Award, Avvo.com
Work Experience
2021 - Present
Managing Partner, Hunker Appeals
2016 - 2021
Partner, Cole, Scott & Kissane, P.A.
2014 - 2016
President and Managing Partner, The Hunker Law Group, P.A.
2008 - 2015
Appellate and Litigation Attorney, United Automobile Insurance Company
2006 - 2008
Law Clerk/Staff Attorney, Florida Supreme Court
2005 - 2006
Legislative Intern, Florida House Of Representatives
Associations
2018 - Present
Florida Bar Appellate Practice Certification CommitteeMember
Broward County Bar Association
Member
Education
2006
Florida State University College of Law
Juris Doctor
Speaking Engagements
2019
Annual Conference
When to Defend: Common Coverage Defenses and When to Raise Them
2019
Annual Conference
Medicare Secondary Payer and Medicaid Third Party Liability
Publications
2015
Daily Business Review
The Value of Litigation Support Counsel in Preserving the Record for Appeal
2014
Daily Business Review
Understanding Exhaustion of Policy Limits in PIP
2013
Daily Business Review
Practice Focus: New Standard of Evidence May Create Opportunities
2013
Daily Business Review
Practice Focus: PIP Rulings May Have Far Reaching Consequences
2013
Daily Business Review
Practice Focus: Decision Changed the Legal Game on PIP Benefits
2005
Journal of Transnational Law and Policy
Generational Genocide: Coercive Population Control as a Basis for Asylum in the United States
Languages
English