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I have practiced law for nearly 30 years in Tampa. I have tried numerous cases in many jurisdictions including Circuit Courts, Federal Courts, Appellate courts and the Florida Supreme Court. I love trial work and quickly learned that to maximize our client's recovery, you have to be willing to go to trial. Early in my career I had several clients hire me after their second accident. I asked them why they didn't go back to the previous attorney and they told me that the attorney and the doctors took all the settlement money. I vowed right there that no client of mine would ever be able to say that. It became a procedure at my firm that when a case is being settled and after all the medical bills and other costs are deducted, if the client is receiving less money than my attorney's fee, I reduce my fee so the client receives more. I promise you that I will do that for you. If you become my client and I make a recovery for you I pledge that my staff and I will work tirelessly to keep you informed and to maximize your recovery. My main source of new business is referrals from former clients and that can't happen unless my clients are happy when they leave. If you or a loved one has been injured, call me. It may be the most important phone call you ever make.
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Gibbs & Parnell, P.A.
722 E Fletcher Ave
Tampa, FL, 33612-2614
State | Status | Acquired | Updated |
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FL | Member in Good Standing | 1984 | 03/17/2022 |
Legal answers | 8 |
Legal guides | 0 |
Award name | Grantor | Date Granted |
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AV Preeminent Rated | Martindale-Hubbell | 2020 |
AV Preeminent Rated | Martindale-Hubbell | 2019 |
AV Preeminent Rated | Martindale-Hubbell | 2018 |
AV Preeminent Rated | Martindale-Hubbell | 2017 |
AV Preeminent Rated | Martindale-Hubbell | 2016 |
AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated | Martindale-Hubbell | 2014 |
Lead Counsel Rating | The Lead Coundel Review Board | 2013 |
AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated | Martindale-Hubbell | 2013 |
Tampa Bay's Top Lawyers | Tampa Bay Magazine | 2013 |
AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated | Martindale-Hubbell | 2012 |
AV Rated | Martindale-Hubbell | 2011 |
Tampa Bay's Top Lawyers | Tampa Bay Magazine | 2010 |
AV Rated | Martindale-Hubbell | 2010 |
AV Rated | Martindale-Hubbell | 2009 |
Title | Company name | Duration |
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President | Gibbs and Parnell, P.A. | 1984 - Present |
Association name | Position name | Duration |
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Florida Joustice Association | Member | 2006 - Present |
Tampa Bay Trial Lawyers Association | Member | 2004 - Present |
Hillsborough County Bar Association | Member | N/A |
Florida Bar | Member | N/A |
Publication name | Title | Date |
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Elite Tampa Bay | Texting and Driving | 2014 |
Elite | Motorcycles: Fun or Fatal? | 2014 |
Elite Tampa Bay | Slip and Falls: Do I have a Case? | 2014 |
Elite Tampa Bay | Personal Injury Attorneys | 2013 |
School name | Degree | Graduated |
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Florida State University College of Law | JD - Juris Doctor | 1984 |
Florida State University | BS - Bachelor of Science | 1980 |
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Donald McBath, Personal injury Attorney on Feb 23, 2017
Relationship: Worked together on matter
I endorse this lawyer. I have worked with Tom Parnell on many auto accident cases for the last 20 years. He is extremely thorough and works on the cases in an expeditious manner. Our clients are very happy with the financial results due to Tom's experience in negotiating with insurance companies and trial skills.
Michael Waddington, Personal injury Attorney on May 29, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse Thomas. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community.
Donald McBath, Personal injury Attorney on Feb 23, 2017
Relationship: Worked together on matter
I endorse this lawyer. I have worked with Tom Parnell on many auto accident cases for the last 20 years. He is extremely thorough and works on the cases in an expeditious manner. Our clients are very happy with the financial results due to Tom's experience in negotiating with insurance companies and trial skills.
Michael Waddington, Personal injury Attorney on May 29, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse Thomas. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community.
Christopher Miles, Car accident Attorney on Nov 25, 2013
Relationship: Worked for lawyer
I have known Tom for a number of years now and have been lucky enough to have access to the nearly 30 years of invaluable legal experience he has accrued in addressing complex issues arising in difficult claims. Tom has the ability to drill down to the pertinent issues of which claims often turn on and cite not only relevant law on the issues but craft creative arguments to benefit the client's interests.
Matthew Kochevar, Wrongful death Attorney on Nov 20, 2013
Relationship: Worked for lawyer
Great attorney with great knowledge of all aspects of personal injury claims. Would highly recommend him and his firm.
Jay Nunez, Personal injury Attorney on Oct 24, 2013
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Regularly provides thoughtful and accurate answers on Avvo. I endorse this lawyer.
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