About Thomas
Biography
Practice Areas
13
Practice Areas
52 years | 1,000 cases
Fees and Rates
Cost
25%-38%
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Licensed in Hawaii for 15 years
State: Hawaii
Acquired: 2010
No misconduct found
Licensed in Nebraska for 35 years
State: Nebraska
Acquired: 1990
No misconduct found
Licensed in California for 51 years
State: California
Acquired: 1974
No misconduct found
Location
Casey Gerry Schenk Francavilla Blatt & Penfield, LLP
110 Laurel Street, San Diego, CA, 92101
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Thomas David Penfield's Reviews
Avvo Review Score
2 Client Reviews
Showing 1 - 2 of 2 reviews | Lawsuits & Disputes
Posted by Haley | April 14, 2015 | Lawsuits & Disputes
Thanks, Tom
Even though the beginning of my lawsuit was a little hazy between my lawyer and I, the end result made up for it, and was more than I could have imagined. I am happy that I went through with my decision to choose my lawyer and proceed to trial.
Posted by anonymous | June 07, 2010 | Lawsuits & Disputes
The Best of the best.
I am a San Diego Police Officer who suffered a devastating injury in the performance of my duties. I was referred to Mr. Penfield from another well known attorney. Mr. Penfield's dedication is superior. He is compassionate and very knowledgeable, and spent endless hours working on my case and look...
Thomas David Penfield's Lawyer Endorsements
"I've known Mr. Penfield for many years: he's an incredibly effective communicator and an extremely skilled negotiator."
"I endorse Thomas. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."
"I endorse this lawyer. The attorney works very hard for the clients and keeps up with the law by attending legal seminars to assist them in this regard. I endorse this attorney."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"I worked closely with Tom on a premises liability case. I found Tom to be diligent, organized, focused and professional in all my dealings with him. Most of all, I found that he was committed to getting the best possible outcome for the client. I proudly endorse Tom."
"I endorse this lawyer's work. Tom is a very thoughtful and well prepared advocate, who cares deeply for his clients, He is also a leader in both local and national bar associations which demonstrates the high esteem in which he is held both locally and throughout the United States."
Entertainment lawyer
Personal injury lawyer
Experience
Honors
2011
Personal Injury, Best Lawyers In America
2011
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers Magazine
2010
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers Magazine
2009
Top Attorney 2009 (Personal Injury), San Diego Daily Transcript
2009
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyer Magazine
2008
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyer Magazine
2003
President's Star, Consumer Attorneys of San Diego
1996
Environmental Attorney of the Year, Sierra Club, San Diego Chapter
N/A
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
Work Experience
1999 - Present
Adjunct Professor of Law, University of San Diego Law School
1988 - Present
Partner, Casey Gerry Schenk Francavilla Blatt & Penfield, LLP
1900 - Present
Partner, Casey Gerry Schenk Francavilla Blatt & Penfield, LLP
1986 - 1988
Clinical Professor of Law, University of San Diego Law School
1975 - 1981
Supervising Trial Attorney, Defenders Program of San Diego
Associations
2011 - Present
San Diego County Bar AssociationBoard of Directors
1988 - Present
American Association for Justice (Association of Trial Lawyers of America)Member
1988 - Present
Consumer Attorneys of CaliforniaMember
1974 - Present
State Bar of CaliforniaMember
2009 - 2010
Bar Association of Northern San Diego County (North County Bar Association)President
2009 - 2010
American Bar Association, Tort Trial and Insurance Practice SectionChairman-Task Force on Plaintiff's Involvement
Education
1974
JD - Juris Doctor
1971
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2010
Opening Statements and Persuasion
2010
Opening Statements
2009
Opening Statements
2008
Storytelling and Jury Trials
2007
Closing Statements demonstration
Publications
2008
2007
Languages
English