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Thomas P. Gill, Jr. was born and raised in Long Island, NY. He moved to Florida in 1980 to attend college and chose to make Florida his permanent home. He graduated from USF and the Stetson College of Law (Cum Laude) and has been practicing law since 1988. While in law school he was awarded numerous honors, including being named a Dana Scholar and was also appointed as a teaching fellow for research and writing I and II. He was Assistant Editor of the Stetson Law Quarterly and participated in the civil clinic, in which he provided legal services to the poor.
Upon graduating law school, Tom began his career at the Law Firm of Shackleford, Farrior, Stallings, and Evans. He continued his career with The Law Firm of Dykema, Gosset, which was the nation’s third largest law firm at the time. In 1991, Tom opened his own law firm in Brandon, Florida. He was determined to offer a full service law firm that delivered personal and compassionate service to his clients. Tom personally returns every phone message he receives from a client.
He has had the honor and privilege of serving with several organizations dedicated to helping the homeless, needy, and people in crisis, including the Emergency Care Help Organization (ECHO) in which he is on the Board of Directors and served as a past president of the board. In addition, he represents ECHO on the Board of Directors of the Greater Brandon Ecumenical Ministries Inc., which operates the I Am Hope Café and the Eastern Hillsborough County Cold Weather Shelter. He has also served in various capacities on numerous other organizations. They include: Foundation for Law Enforcement Officers Assistance, Inc., Board of Directors; American Bar Association; Academy of Florida Trial Lawyers; Bay Area Volunteer Lawyers Program; Homeless Outreach Program; The Spring Project; Brandon Chamber of Commerce; Small Business Development Committee; School Enrichment Resource Volunteers in Education (SERVE); Southwest Florida Blood Bank Blood Drive contact; Tampa Interfaith Airport Chapel, Inc., Board of Directors; Hillsborough Foster Angels, Board of Directors; and Brandon Bar Association, past president.
Tom and his wife Lisa raised their sons, Thomas III and Alex, in the Brandon area. When he is not helping clients, Tom loves spending time with his family and friends, boating, enjoying various sporting activities and traveling the world. Tom can be contacted at: and at for Hillsborough County.
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137 S Parsons Ave, Brandon, FL, 335115224
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Posted by M Lew | October 7, 2025 | Hired Attorney
THEY WILL TAKE YOUR MONEY AND DO SIT ON YOUR CASE FOR MONTHS!!!!! They don't listen for understanding & you will be constantly repeating and explaining yourself over and over and over. I had used Thomas for years but this firm has gone completly downhill since the Barnett merger!! I'm seriously consi...
Posted by anonymous | June 6, 2024 | Hired Attorney
I had the pleasure of working with Jana Barnett and Tee at Barnett Gill law firm, and I couldn't be more impressed with their exceptional service and expertise. From the very first consultation, they demonstrated a deep understanding of my legal needs and provided clear, actionable advice. Jana and T...
Posted by Michael | April 25, 2024 | Hired Attorney
I recently had the pleasure of being represented by Tom Gill in my divorce proceedings, and I must say, his professionalism and expertise exceeded all my expectations. From the very start, Tom was compassionate and understanding, listening to my concerns with great patience and providing clear, insig...
Posted by Chad | March 8, 2023 | Hired Attorney
Absolute professionalism and excellence! Jana Barnett and the team at Barnett and Gill have been absolutely amazing! I have gone above and beyond the call of duty to do whatever it takes to get results! I could not give a better recommendation if you’re looking for a family law attorney! If you’re lo...
Posted by Breonna | October 24, 2022 | Hired Attorney
Attorney Gill was fantastic to work with during my dissolution of marriage. He always answered all my questions and made me feel so comfortable. Everything went very smoothly the entire process. His staff is too notch and I can’t thank them enough during this difficult time. Thank you so much for you...
"I endorse this lawyer's work. Thomas Patrick Gill has demonstrated a high level of talent and devotion to his clients. I would not hesitate to recommend him."
"I endorse this lawyer. I have had the opportunity to work with Mr. Gill on numerous occasions as we have been opposing counsel on several cases, and I have served as his mediator in other cases. Mr. Gill is professional, abundantly prepared and is a zealous advocate for his clients."
"I endorse Attorney Gill without reservation. After reviewing his many thoughtful contributions to Avvo, it is apparent that he is very knowledgeable about the law and does a superlative job analyzing legal issues."
"I endorse this lawyer. I have handled multiple cases against Tom Gill. He is consummate professional, highly skilled, reputable and knowledgeable. Tom is well respected by the local judiciary and among his peers as an experienced family law litigator. He would make a fine choice as your attorney. I would give him my highest recommendation."
"I endorse this lawyer. Top notch honest straightforward representation. He will do a great job for anyone needing a family law attorney."
"Not only do I endorse this lawyer but I send my own family members to him. ( that is probably the best endorsement I could ever give) He is bar none one of the smartest/street smart attorneys I know."
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Distinguished, Martindale-Hubbell
1988
Dana Scholar, Stetson Law School
1991 - Present
Attorney, The Law Office of Thomas P. Gill, Jr.
1990 - 1991
Associate, Dykema Gossett Spencer Goodnow & Trigg
1988 - 1990
Associate, Shackleford, Farrior, Stallings & Evans
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Juris Doctor
1985
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