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Thomas Filicia is an Attorney with the San Diego Criminal Attorney Law Firm. Thomas has extensive knowledge and experiene in all aspects of criminal defense. His attention to detail, team mentality, and communication skills have made him a valuable asset to our firm.
Thomas was born and raised in San Diego, and has resided in Southern California for most of his life. He is a graduate of the Syracuse University College of Law, where he was a member of the school’s American Bar Association Negotiation Team. At Syracuse, he developed a passion for criminal defense law, and clerked for a law firm that handled primarily criminal appeals. He has drafted appellate briefs in several areas of criminal law including Parole Violations, Domestic Violence, Rape, and Murder. After graduating law school, Thomas worked for one of San Diego’s preeminent Construction Defect and HOA law firms. He is also a member of the St. Thomas Moore Society for Catholic Attorneys.
Prior to attending law school, Mr. Filicia studied Communications at Loyola Marymount University, where he also played Varsity Baseball. He then went on to earn his bachelor’s degree in Philosophy from St. John’s University. At St. John’s, he was a member of the University’s Ethics Debate Team, which competed annually in national competitions.
Thomas is an avid sports fan, who enjoys staying active, and rooting for the Padres, Lakers, and Cowboys, in his free time.
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Acquired: 2017
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750 B St., Ste. 2370, San Diego, CA, 92101
4000 MacArthur Blvd., East Tower, 6th Floor, Newport Beach, CA, 92660
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Posted by Shelley | November 20, 2025 | Hired Attorney
Took my money and did nothing for me. Nothing!!! I’ve asked for my money back and he won’t return it!!! I’ve gone to his address in San Diego, he isn’t there, meaning his name is not on the wall, he has no office there. I’ve gone to his office in Newport, he’s never there.
Posted by Storm | December 10, 2024 | Hired Attorney
I had two open DUIs going on at the same time. I expected to lose my job and end up in jail. Thomas worked everything out so that I wasn’t sentenced to even a day behind bars. I also was able to keep my job. I don’t think anyone else would have taken the time to do this.
Posted by Samantha | December 10, 2024 | Hired Attorney
Thomas made my experience so easy from start to finish. I didn't even have to go to court with him. I was in trouble for shoplifting. I listened to Thomas and my case was dismissed.
Posted by anonymous | December 9, 2024 | Hired Attorney
Im not certain as to why this attorney has not been reprimanded yet? He took my money and I never heard from him again.
Posted by anonymous | August 28, 2024 | Hired Attorney
I was at first excited to talk with Tomass about my case because he seemed knowledgeable and said that he doesn’t take cases he can’t win and was very responsive until couple weeks before my court date. On the day I had court. He had nothing prepared and never did any paperwork on his own, he used th...
"Mr. Filicia always handles his clients with care and appreciation. DUIs are a very difficult field and Mr. Filicia is well-versed in how to navigate a DUI case. I would recommend Mr. Filicia as an attorney."
"Thomas has shown himself to be incredible dedicated and knowledgeable attorney. He has shown great care in handling his clients and their matters. He has proven to be an excellent advocate and sought after attorney."
"His professionalism and attention to detail make him effective in court as well as working with clients."
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