Thomas M Richardson

Thomas M Richardson

also known as Tommy Richardson

5.0
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 28 years

Personal injury Lawyer at Phoenix, AZ
Practice Areas: Personal Injury, Car Accidents, Wrongful Death

13633 N Cave Creek Rd, Phoenix, AZ

About Thomas

Biography

Practice Areas

3

Practice Areas

Personal Injury 40%

Personal injury falls into many categories from bicycle accidents to wrongful death. We have represented thousands of accident victims throughout Arizona since 1997 in all areas of personal injury. Our experience has proven to be successful with millions in settlement dollars for clients.

29 years

40%
Car Accident 30%

The most common type of personal injury is being involved in a car accident. Dealing with the insurance companies can be daunting and unfair at times. Our firm has successfully represented 1,000's of car accident cases since 1997. We have the experience and knowledge to truly maximize case results.

29 years

30%
Wrongful Death 30%

Wrongful death cases can be complex and require the knowledge of an experienced attorney. Our firm has handled many of these types of cases successfully by providing the necessary components to maximize case results.

29 years

30%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes

Contingency

20%-50%


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Licenses

Licensed in Arizona for 28 years

State: Arizona

Acquired: 1997

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Friedl Richardson

13633 N Cave Creek Rd, Phoenix, AZ, 85022

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Thomas M Richardson's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

35 Client Reviews

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Posted by Maria | November 21, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Personal Injury

Highly Recommend

I hired Thomas Richardson based on the recommendation of a family member and couldn’t be happier with the results. Mr. Richardson exceeded my expectations. I appreciated his knowledge of Arizona personal injury law and his experience of dealing with many types of insurance companies. His deep leve...l of experience and expertise allowed him to successfully navigate my case. He was able to anticipate possible issues and prepared me for each step along the process. His Paralegal, Heidi Reilly, could be easily reached by phone and email - even returning email inquires the same day on weekends. Heidi dealt with the insurance companies and the medical billing departments my behalf. I felt very comfortable with her compassion and professionalism. Thomas Richardson is highly reliable, a man of his word, and an excellent negotiator. I would recommend Thomas Richardson without hesitation.

Posted by John | January 31, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Personal Injury

Thomas Richardson Review

I was driving my golf cart through a controlled intersection when I was struck by a car running a red light. I suffered numerous injuries including two spinal compression fractures, resulting in ongoing back pain. The driver of the car was not insured nor was the owner of the car. After two years ...of frustration in trying to deal with my insurance company, I decided to hire an attorney. After considerable research I chose Tommy Richardson. Tommy and his staff listened carefully to the details of my accident and ensured that all my injuries were documented and reviewed by top professionals. Tommy and his assistant Jawana are very compassionate, personable, knowledgeable, and thorough. They left no stone unturned. They promptly responded to all my questions and concerns and kept me fully informed on the case as it moved forward. Tommy's skills and knowledge enabled him to negotiate a fair settlement with my insurance company. I highly recommend Tommy for personal-injury cases.

Posted by anonymous | July 26, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Personal Injury

Personal Injury Case - Trip and Fall

I strongly recommend Mr. Richardson - professional, responsive, and personable. I had a very challenging case to prove and he and his staff did a "fantastic" job from start to finish with an "excellent" end result. With my case in their hands, I was able to focus on healing. Thank you, Mr. Richard...son - I certainly appreciate all you and your staff did for me!

Posted by anonymous | July 14, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Personal Injury

Helped me settle my medical bills after being rear-ended

I never needed a lawyer before I got hit from behind, damaging my shoulder in the process. The medical bills for rehab and recovery were substantial. Tommy and his team worked to help me win an arbitration and negotiate my medical bills down to a reasonable amount. His assistant Jawana helped me thr...ough all my anxieties about the process of having to sue the insurance company through arbitration. Tommy helped prepare me every step of the way and fought to get what I was due. If you are in a similar situation, I highly recommend Tommy to anyone.

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Thomas M Richardson's Lawyer Endorsements

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Ryan Skiver

Personal injury lawyer | Aug 30

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Tommy is a highly skilled lawyer. He is very dedicated and focuses on getting the best outcome for his clients. I highly recommend him to anyone in need of an attorney!"

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William Friedl

Personal injury lawyer | Oct 28

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"We have worked together on many occasions and I would recommend hiring Mr. Richardson if you have been injured in an accident and would like to discuss compensation."

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Madhu Kalra

Personal injury lawyer | Apr 17

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2015

Top 100 Trial Lawyers, The National Trial Lawyers

2014

Top 100 Trial Lawyers in America, American Trial Lawyers Association

2012

Top 100 Trial Lawyers in America, American Trial Lawyers Association

2010

Top 100 Trial Lawyers in America, American Trial Lawyers Association

Work Experience

2015 - Present

Treasurer, Arizona Trial Lawyers

2015 - Present

Maricopa County Judicial Selection Commissioner, Arizona State Bar

1997 - Present

Founding Partner, Friedl Richardson Trial Lawyers

2014 - 2014

Adjunct Professor in Litigation, Phoenix Summit Law School

Associations

2018 - Present

Arizona Trial Lawyers Association

President

2010 - Present

American Trial Lawyers Association

Top 100 Lawyers

2010 - Present

Arizona Trial Lawyers

Board Member

2017 - 2018

Arizona Trial Lawyers Association

President-Elect

2016 - 2017

Arizona Trial Lawyers Association

Vice President

2015 - 2016

Arizona Trial Lawyers Association

Treasurer

Sample of Legal Cases

Auto Accident

$375,000

Premises Liability caused wrongful death

$300,000

Dog Bite

$15,000

Underinsured Motorist Accident

$430,000

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Education

1997

CUMBERLAND- SAMFORD U

Juris Doctor

Speaking Engagements

2015

Arizona Trial Lawyer

Seminar Presenter

2014

University of Phoenix Summit Law School

Litigation

2010

ASU Law School Litigation

Arizona State University

Publications

2016

2016

2015

Friedl Richardson Blog Who can file a wrongful death lawsuit

2014

2014

2014

Languages

English

Activity

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