Thomas Dean Addair

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Thomas Dean Addair

5.0
Rating: 8.2

Licensed for 24 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Manhattan, KS
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI

1600 Poyntz Avenue, Manhattan, KS

About Thomas

Biography

Criminal defense attorney protecting the constitution one case at a time.

Practice Areas

2

Practice Areas

Criminal Defense 50%

Defending the constitution one case at a time.

26 years | 10,000 cases

50%
DUI and DWI 50%

26 years | 10,000 cases

50%

Fees and Rates

We have not found any cost information for this lawyer

Awards

Client's Choice
Client's Choice
2018 2016
Notable Peer Review Rating

Licenses

Licensed in Kansas for 24 years

State: Kansas

Acquired: 2001

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Addair Thurston Chtd.

1600 Poyntz Avenue, Manhattan, KS, 66502

addairthurston.com/

Thomas Dean Addair's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

29 Client Reviews

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Showing 1 - 5 of 5 reviews | General Knowledge

Posted by Jon | June 02, 2021

So Thankful

Absolutely amazing in helping to navigate Kansas Law for out-of-state clients. This team was honest and genuinely cared about our situation. Very personable and we could not have asked for a better experience!!! Jon E.

Posted by anonymous | May 26, 2016 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI

The Services of Mr. Tom Addair Were Excellent

Mr. Addair provided me with excellent legal council in my defense of a DUI. He is extremely well versed in DUI law, and he did an excellent job helping me cope through a difficult ordeal. He was a prosecutor for many years, so he know the law from both sides of the issues. In fact, I came to lear...n he teaches the law to professional legal organizations throughout the state of Kansas. Additionally, I understand him to be a leading authority in defending drug related cases, with a national reputation, including having taught drug defense law to attorneys around the country.. I highly recommend Mr. Addair to those in need of his services.

Posted by anonymous | May 12, 2016 | Sex Crime

A lawyer who ensures he's there for you!

I have been facing false allegations about something of sexual nature, and I was really scared about it. However, after taking my friend's suggestion I visited with Mr. Addair. And right from the start he spoke to me in a manner that ensured me that I could breath normally since this matter could be ...easily resolved. Not only did he calm me down, he also reassured me about the matter and that he would do anything needed to help me out. Certainly a very personable and confident lawyer, he knows what he is doing very well!

Posted by anonymous | February 18, 2016 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI

An Excellent Attorney

I was pulled over this past summer and got a DUI. Never having any experience with this, I went with an Attorney that did not have my best interest in mind. After attending two court hearings, he tried to get me to sign a diversion and I lost my license. After talking with a few people, one pers...on recommend that I get with Tom. I called, we met, and he took care of everything. Tom is an excellent attorney that knows the laws inside and out. Today, I have no DUI on my record and I have my license. If you are in trouble Tom Addair is a must. He will be honest, give you his best effort and fight for your best interest! I can't imagine anyone better and could not have asked for anything more. Tom Addair is highly recommended by me.

Posted by anonymous | December 04, 2009 | Criminal Defense

Great Work

Addair & Thurston aresome amazing people. I was in a Agg Assult charge in which I was clearly not guilty. After Mr. Addair reviewed my case and the evidence it was clear that the Police had made a serious mistake. Without the help of Addair & Thurston there no telling where I would be at this piont i...n society.

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Thomas Dean Addair's Lawyer Endorsements

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Nathan Dineen

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 17

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I highly endorse Atty. Thomas Addair. He is an attorney on the forefront of DUI Defense, not only in Kansas, but in the United State. I highly recommend Tom for your DUI defense."

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Kevin Dellett

Criminal defense lawyer | Sep 03

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I am happy to endorse Tom as highly knowledgeable, aggressive criminal defense attorney. I have referred several clients to Tom over the years, and have never had a complaint about his capabilities or attentiveness. Don't hesitate to contact him!"

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Tyler Garretson

Criminal defense lawyer | Jan 15

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Tom Addair is my Manhattan connection. One of the best legal connections I've made since starting our practice in 2001 and running into Tom in Manhattan Municipal Court. Every client I referred to Tom in the Manhattan and surrounding areas has spoken very highly of the attention their case received and the end result. An excellent attorney."

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Gabriela Vega-Acosta

Criminal defense lawyer | Dec 16

Relationship: Family member

"Mr. Addair is a skilled attorney whose well respected among other lawyers in the area of Criminal Defense and DUI Defense. He works diligently on behalf of all of his clients. Additionally, he is the type of attorney who continues to expand his skills and knowledge through participation in breakthrough continuous education programming."

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John Hicks

Criminal defense lawyer | Jul 11

Relationship: Other

"I know Tom well from law school. He is an exceptional human being and a strong advocate. I would not hesitate to recommend him to my friends."

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Bryan Goldberg

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 28

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse Mr. Addair. Mr. Addair represents his clients with the highest degree of professionalism and zealous advocacy."

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Nathan Dineen

DUI and DWI lawyer

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Experience

Rating:  8.2 (Excellent)

Honors

2019

Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2005

Meritorious service Award, Riley County Police Department

2001

Drug and Alcohol Evaluation Unit, kansas Highway Patrol

Work Experience

2005 - 2012

President, Addair Thurston, Chtd.

2000 - 2005

city prosecutor, City Of Manhattan, Kansas

Associations

2009 - Present

NORML Legal Committee

Attorney Member

2005 - Present

Kansas Association for Defense Counsel

Attorney Member

2001 - Present

Kansas Bar Association

Attorney Member

2007 - 2008

Kansas Association for Justice

Attorney Member

Education

2001

University of Kansas

JD - Juris Doctor

1997

Kansas State University

BS - Bachelor of Science

Speaking Engagements

2010

local fraternities

student rights

2007

CLE

DUI

Languages

English

Activity

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