Thomas J. Tomko

Thomas J. Tomko

5.0
Rating: 9.5

Licensed for 38 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Clinton Township, MI
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Speeding & Traffic Ticket, DUI & DWI, Bankruptcy & Debt

16010 Nineteen Mile Road., Suite 101, Clinton Township, MI

About Thomas

Biography

Practice Areas

4

Practice Areas

Criminal Defense 50%

Arrested in Macomb? You need to KNOW YOUR RIGHTS and get experience on your side to set up your BEST DEFENSE. Whether a felony, or misdemeanor, we've got the experience to help. We've helped hundreds of people get great results in cases involving DUI/DWI, OWI, DWLS, Possession, Delivery, A&B, Domestic Violence, Assault, AGBH, Assault, Murder, or any other offense. Let my 28 years of experience work for you.

39 years | 500 cases

50%
Speeding and Traffic Ticket 25%

Get a Ticket? In Macomb, Oakland, and Wayne Counties, we have helped thousands of people, just like you, keep points off their record, reduce points, and protect their Driving Record. Call to make your appointment to get your BEST DEFENSE.

39 years | 2,000 cases

25%
DUI and DWI 15%

When it comes to a DUI/OWI charge, you need to get your BEST DEFENSE. When it comes to experience, we've got it! Let my 28 years of giving informed advice start working on your situation to help you get your best results.

39 years | 100 cases

15%
Bankruptcy and Debt 10%

Need To File Chapter 7? GET A FRESH START! When you file, you can AVOID FORECLOSURE, STOP GARNISHMENTS, and AVOID REPOSSESSION. You can even get a repossessed vehicle back! Call to have your situation evaluated and see whether Bankruptcy is a viable option for you.

35 years | 300 cases

10%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes

Retainer

Always


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Michigan for 38 years

State: Michigan

Acquired: 1987

Active in Good Standing

No misconduct found

Location

Tomko Thomas J & Associates. PC

16010 Nineteen Mile Road., Suite 101, Clinton Township, MI, 48038

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Thomas J. Tomko's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

9 Client Reviews

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Showing 1 - 5 of 5 reviews | Criminal Defense

Posted by James | November 08, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Works Hard For You! Highly Recommended!

I have been a client of Mr. Tomko's for almost two decades. He works very hard to provide his clients top notch service and the best outcome in any legal situation. I have used Mr. Tomko mostly for traffic violations and license issues, but have recommended friends to him for DUI / OUI / OUIL and o...ther criminal offenses. Mr. Tomko has ALWAYS delivered and never promises anything that is out of his reach. He sets your expectations and works tirelessly to assist his clients. I highly recommend Mr. Tomko as an attorney! I have dealt with MANY in my life before finally finding Tom, and after utilizing Mr. Tomko's services once, I have never gone with another attorney.

Posted by anonymous | November 07, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Family drug case

Tom represented my brother in a drug charge. If it wasn't for him, my brother would have ended up in jail. I was extremely happy with his service.

Posted by anonymous | October 25, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Thank you, Tom!

Mr Tomko, with his calm and professional manner, reduced my misdemeanor traffic violation to a driving infraction with no points. He did a great job with the prosecuting attorney reducing the charge. He also convinced the judge of the agreement (Thanks to the judge too). I appreciated Tom's listen...ing skills and understanding of my situation. - MG

Posted by David | October 18, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Going the Extra Miles

I am writing to recommend Mr. Tomko as an attorney. My legal problems involved a misdemeanor case in a municipality and restoration of my driving privileges in Michigan by the Secretary of State in Lansing. Additionally, I have been living in another state far away for years, and I also have been u...nable to travel long distances for years due to health problems, including travel to Michigan for appearances there. Mr. Tomko was successful in solving all my municipal-case and State-of-Michigan legal problems, resulting first in the successful closure of the municipal case, then the successful restoration of full driving privileges at a Secretary of State hearing, with Mr. Tomko present as my representative and my attendance using a remote video link. Because of these successes, I finally was able to obtain my driver's license here in my home state. Mr. Tomko was always friendly and willing to listen to my concerns as well as to review, then act upon the relevant facts of the court case and license restoration, and to instruct me as to the proper actions by me. Communication by him and his team in his office was always courteous, precise, and professional. I am and always shall be grateful to Mr. Tomko.

Posted by James | August 25, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Highly Recommended - Always Delivers Results

I have had the pleasure of working with Mr. Tomko for almost 20 years now. Unfortunately, I have a uranium foot (much heavier than lead) - and have used Mr. Tomko for each and every one of my tickets and other license issues (honestly I have hired Mr. Tomko more times than I care to remember, prob...ably around 10-15 times). Mr. Tomko has ALWAYS, every time, delivered positive results. I have never walked away from a ticket or a hearing with Mr. Tomko feeling like I could have gotten a better deal. I highly recommend Mr. Tomko as a criminal or traffic attorney. His methodology, skills and insight are unsurpassed in the industry for the Detroit-Metro area. Moreover, Mr. Tomko is very professional and friendly. He will talk to you, he will listen to you, and he will go the extra mile for his clients. I know there are a lot of reviews and lawyers out there, but this review is from a person who has had a lot of trouble in the past, and has always hired Mr. Tomko for my attorney, and have always had positive results. Good luck in your search for a lawyer, trust me, I know finding a lawyer you can trust and be sure of is difficult, but with Mr. Tomko I am always sure he will work his hardest to give me the very best advice and outcome.

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Experience

Rating:  9.5 (Superb)

Honors

2018

Michigan Super Lawyer, Thompson West

2018

Distinguished Lawyer, Martindale-Hubbell

2017

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2017

Distinguished Lawyer, Martindale-Hubbell

2016

Distinguished, Martindale-Hubbell

2016

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2015

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2014

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2013

Pro Bono Award, Macomb County Senior Center

2013

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

Work Experience

1994 - Present

Litigation Attorney, Thomas J. Tomko And Assocites, P.C.

1992 - 1994

Assistant City Attorney, City of Sterling Heights - City Attorney's Office

1988 - 1990

Associate Attorney, Garratt Morris and Evans, P.C.

1988 - 1992

Litigation Attorney - Insurance Defense, Hibbs Welch MacAlpine

1987 - 1988

Research Attorney, Michigan Court Of Appeals Prehearing Division

1986 - 1987

Law Clerk, Judge Woods - ED of Mich, Fed Dist Court

Associations

1996 - Present

Criminal Defense Attorneys of Michigan

1991 - Present

Macomb County Bar Association

Member

2013 - 2017

Macomb County Bar Association

Juvenile Committee Chair

Sample of Legal Cases

Illegal Stop = Dismissal

Dismissed

Unexpected Acts of Others = DISMISSAL

Dismissed on Motion

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Education

1987

University of Detroit, School of Law

Juris Doctor

1982

Central Michigan University, Mount Pleasant, MI

MA - Masters

1981

Central Michigan University

BS - Bachelor of Science

1981

Central Michigan University

BS - Bachelor of Science

Speaking Engagements

2015

Juvenile Seminar

Changes in HYTA Effective August 2015

Languages

English

Activity

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