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Thomas A Gorman
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Thomas Gorman is located in Northern Arizona and has a statewide practice representing clients charged with marijuana crimes in cities and towns throughout Arizona. Mr. Gorman challenges Interstate 40, Interstate 17 traffic stops by law enforcement who sieze money or drugs from travelers. Mr. Gorman has successfully defended clients before the Arizona Trial Courts, see State v. Jeffrey Robert Buchan, Maricopa County Superior Court, Phoenix, AZ, Entrapment defense to Sale of Marijuana charges, jury verdict of Not Guilty; Also see, State v. Luc J. Chabot,Verde Valley Justice Court, Cottonwood AZ, Client Not Guilty by jury verdict of DUI. Also see, State v. Lawrence S. Heninger, Maricopa County, Phoenix, AZ, Entrapment defense, money laundering charge dismissed with prejudice; Also see, State v. Alyssa Scheuneman, Graham County, Safford AZ trial verdict Not Guilty of possession of drug paraphernalia; Also see, State v. Van Kirk, Yavapai County, Clarkdale, AZ , charge of DUI/Marijuana Dismissed; Also see State v. Steven Labrusciano, Yavapai County Superior Court, Prescott, AZ felony charges of Manufacture of Narcotic Drugs and Possession of Marijuana resolved with misdemeanor plea; Also see State v. David Bay Chalmers III, Yavapai County, Verde Valley Justice Court, Cottonwood, AZ, pre-trial defense motion to dismiss charge granted, DUI/Marijuana Dismissed, trial verdict of Not Responsible on related charge of reckless driving. Also see State v. Bernardi, Santa Cruz County, Nogales AZ, Not Guilty by jury of multiple felony crimes. Also see State v. Roger Raymond Gonzalez Not Guilty of 1st Degree Murder, by jury verdict, Maricopa County, Phoenix, AZ); Also see State v. David W. Kiehle ,Not Guilty,1st degree murder by jury verdict, Maricopa County Phoenix, AZ; Also see, State v. Arturo Sesma , Maricopa County (Two 1st degree murder charges, dismissed with prejudice. Also see State v. Nicholas Sizemore Navajo County, Holbrook, AZ, government precluded from seeking death penalty as result of defense tactic, as featured in New York Times article September 16, 2002 article, “A Supreme Court Ruling Roils Death Penalty Case.”; Also see State v. Oliver Hurley, Coconino County , Flagstaff, AZ, jury verdict of Not Guilty to charge of 2nd Degree Murder by jury verdict(see Arizona Daily Sun article, "Man Beats Murder Rap in Bar Fight"). Mr. Gorman has successfully defended clients on direct appeal before the Arizona Supreme Court, see State v. Hall, 204 Ariz. 442, 1st degree murder conviction Reversed;Also see State v. Cropper 206 AZ.153, death sentence Reversed ; Also see State v. Snelling, CR-08-0164-AP (Ariz.) death sentence Reversed; Also see State v. Hulsey, 408 P.3d 408 (Ariz. 2018, death sentence Reversed ). Mr. Gorman has successfully represented clients in Rule 32 proceedings, see State v. David W. Kiehle, Maricopa County, Phoenix, AZ Rule 32,1st degree murder conviction Reversed; Also see State v. Kyle David Sharp, Cochise County, Bisbee, AZ Rule 32, client's death sentence Reversed; Mr. Gorman also represents clients before the Federal District Court and the 9th Circuit Court of Appeals, San Francisco, CA.(see published opinions Poland v. Stewart, 169 F3d 573 (9th Circuit (1999), Poland v. Stewart, 151 F3d 1014 (9th Circuit 1999), United States Juvenile Male, 118 F.3d 1344 (9th Circuit 1997))
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Licensed in California for 28 years
State: California
Acquired: 1998
No misconduct found
Licensed in Arizona for 38 years
State: Arizona
Acquired: 1987
No misconduct found
Licensed in Wisconsin for 40 years
State: Wisconsin
Acquired: 1985
No misconduct found
Location
Law Offices of Thomas A Gorman
300 Apache Trail, Sedona, AZ, 86336
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Thomas A Gorman's Reviews
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Posted by Tobey | April 3, 2019 | Consulted Attorney
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THE WORST BEDSIDE MANNER!!
My mom had talk to Thomas about doing an appeal with my court case. When mom got off the phone with him and wasn't sure about him. She said he kept saying $5000 dollars and that he sounded like he might be a good appellate attorney, but she wasn't sure. We have been working hard to scrape up the mone...
Posted by anonymous | February 7, 2019 | Hired Attorney
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Wonderful!
Mr. Gorman was able to prove that a witness was not properly subpoenaed in my trial. Any testimony given on the prosecutor's behalf in regards to this key witness was hearsay. Mr. Gorman's professionalism and attention to detail got me acquitted from assault charges. I definitely would recommend Mr. ...
Posted by anonymous | July 24, 2018 | Hired Attorney
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excellent choice
Finding myself in a difficult legal situation, I contacted Mr. Gorman who was able to put my mind at ease and was able to obtain the best possible outcome for the situation. Could not be more pleased with his services and wouldn't hesitate to hire again in the future
Posted by Linda | July 24, 2018 | Hired Attorney
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Attorney used For a Domestic Violence Restraining Order
Mr. Gorman was excellent! I need quick and solid representation as the defendant was contesting the restraining order. Mr. Gorman's line of questioning while the defendant was on the stand got the defendant to admit to far more drinking and drugging than we were even aware of, which resulted in not...
Posted by anonymous | February 27, 2018 | Hired Attorney
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Thomas Gorman (The best decision I ever made)
I was arrested on a shoplifting charge and realized I needed an attorney. Lucky for me I hired the most professional and helpful attorney. Thomas Gorman got my case dismissed and handled everything for me. He has great knowledge of the law and the legal system.
Thomas A Gorman's Lawyer Endorsements
"I've known Thomas Gorman in a personal and professional capacity for over twenty years. He served as one of my mentors when I first entered private law practice and his advice was always golden. I have worked with Tom on a number of criminal defense cases and have seen him achieve results that other, less talented lawyers, would have considered impossible. In a complex fraud case in which Tom and I represented co-defendants, Tom's Motion to Reconsider Conditions of Release resulted in the trial court reducing a million dollar bail bond to an own recognizance release. Tom employs a logical, workmanlike approach in his criminal defense practice. He achieves remarkable results by working harder and smarter than his opponents.. His pre-trial motion practice, pre-trial case preparation and trial advocacy skills are well above average. He also bears a remarkable physical resemblance to John Dillinger."
"I endorse lawyer Tom Gorman, Esq. I am extremely impressed by his level of expertise on complex legal issues in Arizona. His clients are very fortunate to have him on their side."
"I endorse this lawyer. I've known Tom Gorman for over twenty years. He is a top notch criminal defense attorney. His appellate work over the recent years is especially impressive."
"I endorse this lawyer. Tom Gorman is brilliant when it comes to defense strategy and he is fluent in the law. He is tenacious and represents his clients with great passion. He is a lawyer's lawyer."
"I have worked with Tom for over 15 years on many difficult criminal cases. We have been very successful with our defense strategies and outcome. Tom is a experienced trial and appellate attorney - not many attorneys are able to claim both. There are only a few attorneys that I would allow to defend me in a criminal action - Tom is one of them."
"Tom Gorman is an experienced, talented and aggressive lawyer who tackles serious criminal cases with an efficient, direct approach. Tom consistently achieves a superior result for those clients lucky enough to obtain his legal services."
"I have known Tom for well over 20 years now as a fellow criminal defense lawyer.We have worked together on numerous major felony matters including the sucessful defense of several clients charged or convicted of capital murder. I wholeheartedly recommend Tom to anyone charged with serious criminal matter. I am confident he will provide you with prompt, aggessive and thorough representation."
"I endorse this lawyer. Tom has won cases I thought were losers. I have such confidence in his abilities I refer my clients to him and vouch for his skills."
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Experience
Honors
2006
Scholarship recipient Clarence Darrow Defense College, Administrative Office of the US Courts
2005
Recognized as Learned Counsel under 18 U.S.C. 3599, United States District Court
1990
Certified Specialist - Criminal Law, Board of Legal Specialization State Bar of Arizona
1987
Scholarship to NACDL Trial Practice College, NACDL
Work Experience
1984 - 1985
Trial Attorney Intern, Wisconsin State Public Defenders
1983 - 1983
Prosecutor Intern, Winnebago States Attorneys Office
1983 - 1986
Associate Attorney, Calvey, Mitchell & Baxter
Associations
1987 - Present
State Bar of ArizonaMember
1985 - Present
National Association of Criminal Defense AttorneysNACDL Member
Bar of the United States Supreme Court
Admitted to Practice
9th Circuit Court of Appeals San Francisco,CA
Admitted to Practice
United States District Court for the District of Arizona
Admitted to Practice
Arizona Attorneys for Criminal Justice
Member
California Attorneys for Criminal Justice
Member
Sample of Legal Cases
The Wrongly Accused Landlord. State v. Jon M. Spera CR2010-2597 Sedona Municipal Court
Found Not Guilty at Trial.
Zen And The Right To Be Left Alone. State v. Alyssa Scheuneman CR2010-069 Graham County Arizona
Found Not Guilty at Trial.
Incompetent Counsel. Roger M. Scott v. Charles L. Ryan et al CV-97-1554-Phx-PGR United States District Court Phoenix, Arizona
Case is pending on appeal to the 9th Circuit Court of Appeals San Francisco, CA.
Off Death Row. State v. Gary W. Snelling 236 P.3d 409 Arizona Supreme Court Phoenix,AZ
Sentence of death reversed by Arizona Supreme Court
Off Death Row. State v. Kyle D. Sharp CR95000271 Bisbee, AZ Cochise County Superior Court
Sentence of death reversed by The Honorable Wallace R. Hoggatt Cochise County Superior Court
State v. Gaylord CR2008-1696 Domestic Violence, Flagstaff, AZ
All charges dismissed.
Miranda Violation. State v. Marco Antonio Carrasco‑Calderon, 1 CA‑CR 07‑1082.Arizona Court of Appeals Div. One. Phoenix,AZ
Statements obtained in violation of clients Miranda rights suppressed.
Marijuana Cultivation — The Right To Be Left Alone. Holbrook,AZ
Marijuana Charges Dismissed
The Right To Possess Fire Arms. State v. Jose Gonzalez, CR2005-2120. Flagstaff, AZ
Not Guilty of all Charges
The Right To Bear Arms. State v. Ramos, CR2005-2152. Flagstaff, AZ
Found Not Guilty at trial of fire arms charges.
1st Degree Murder Conviction Reversed. State v. David W. Kiehle CR99-091679 Maricopa County Superior Court
1st Degree Murder conviction reversed in Rule 32 proceeding. Kiehle granted re-trial
Right To Counsel, San Francisco, CA 9th Circuit. Mikal Omar Rasul v. Janet Napolitano; Terry L. Stewart, Director ADOC
Petition for Issuance of Writ of Habeas Corpus Granted
Off Death Row. State v. Cropper, 206 Ariz. 153 (2003) Arizona Supreme Court
Death sentenced reversed by the Arizona Supreme Court
1st Degree Murder Conviction Reversed. State v. Hall, 204 Ariz. 442 (2003) Arizona Supreme Court
1st Degree Murder conviction reversed by Arizona Supreme Court Hall granted retrial.
The Innocent Immigrant - State v. Arturo Sesma, CR 1996‑009337. Phoenix, AZ
1st Degree Murder charges (2) dismissed with prejudice
Entrapment - State v. Lawrence S. Heninger, CR 1992‑090608.
All charges dismissed.
The Dead Man Walking Case. State v. Nic Sizemore State v. Nicholas Sizemore, CR 2001‑0338.
Client saved from death sentence
Not Guilty 1st Degree Murder. State v. Roger Raymond Gonzales, CR 1991‑91184 Maricopa County Superior Court, Phoenix,AZ .
Found Not Guilty at Trial of 1st Degree Murder
The Bail Rape Case. State v. Edward Steven Maxwell, CR1990‑003331.
Not Guilty of All Sexual Assault Charges
The Carlucci Family Secret. State v. Lou Lovett, CR 1989‑000951.
Not Guilty of all Charges
The Battered Women Defense. State v. Norma L.CR 1988‑000362‑B.
All charges dismissed.
The Drug Addict Accuser Case. State v. Louis Golden.
Not Guilty of 18 Counts of Child Molest
Entrapment Results in Not Guilty Verdict. State v. Buchan CR87-7933-34 Sale of Marijuana
Client Entrapped Jury Verdict of Not Guilty
Education
1985
Marquette University Law School
Juris Doctoris
1981
Marquette University
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2010
Capital Direct Appeals & Post Conviction Conference
Representation of Petitioner at Rule 32 Proceeding
Publications
2010
Arizona Supreme Court
State v. Gary W. Snelling, __ Ariz. __, 236 P.3d 409. Mr. Gorman was attorney of record.
2003
Arizona Supreme Court
State v. Henry Hall, 204 Ariz. 442 (2003) Mr. Gorman was attorney of record
2003
Arizona Supreme Court
State v Cropper, 205 Ariz. 181 (2003). Mr. Gorman attorney of record
2003
Arizona Supreme Court
State v Cropper, 206 Ariz. 153 (2003). Mr. Gorman attorney of record
2001
Arizona Court of Appeals Div One
State v. Derello, 199 Ariz. 435 (App. 2001) Mr. Gorman was attorney of record.
1999
9th Circuit Court of Appeals
Poland v. Stewart 169 Fd 3d 573) Mr. Gorman attorney of record.
1999
9th Circuit Court of Appeals
Poland v. Stewart 151 Fd 3d 1014 Mr. Gorman attorney of record.
1997
9th Circuit Court of Appeals
United States v. Juvenile Male, 118 F.3d 1344 Mr. Gorman was attorney of record
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I got a class six felony for illegal discharge of a firearm with in city limits in Tucson,AZ. After successful probation I
16 Apr 2011
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Why, as a general rule, is "hearsay" not admissible in a court of law?
14 Apr 2011