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Thomas Westwood Degn
About Thomas
Biography
I understand how an injury or an unwarranted criminal charge can disrupt the family. I make it a priority to work swiftly to get you the best results possible so you can get your life back to normal. Your case is important to me and I will use all my experience and abilities to help you and your family.
Practice Areas
3
Practice Areas
Personal Injury
50%
25 years | 300 cases
Criminal Defense
25%
25 years | 2,500 cases
DUI and DWI
25%
25 years | 500 cases
Fees and Rates
Cost
Contingency
25%-40%
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in California for 24 years
State: California
Acquired: 2001
No misconduct found
Location
Koch, Degn & Gomez LLP Attorneys at Law
1148 N Chinowth St, Suite B, Visalia, CA, 93291
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Thomas Westwood Degn's Reviews
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Posted by [email protected] | February 22, 2017 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
He is a great lawyer that gets results, puts his clients at ease and doesn't cost an arm and a leg
I first spoke with Thomas because their firm offered free legal advice. After talking to Thomas, I was immediately put at ease. He is a great people person who takes the time to really look into the facts of the case. Two things that stood out to me was that he doesn't offer the moon and the st...
Posted by Rosemary Faria | February 21, 2017 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Theft
Had an issue related to left in 2010 went from a felony down to a misdemeanor. Recently just went to court hired the same attorney Thomas Dean and he got my case expunged. Did a totally awesome job the first time and the second time in. Thank you so much Thomas Dean. I would definitely recommend hi...
Posted by Brett | February 19, 2016 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
5 stars aren't enough
My experience with Mr. Thomas Degn like finding light in a dark room. While in the most stressful time in my life dealing with my case hiring Mr. Degn was the best decision I had ever made! He is extremely professional, knowledgeable and WILL fight for you. If it wasn't for Tom I wouldn't be here now...
Posted by freddy navarro | December 2, 2015 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Thomas westwood Degn, Best dam attorney ever
Thomas Westwood Degn, proved it himself, to be the best attorney ever. I was booked for robbery, assult, and vandalism. He fought the case for me and did a fantastic job. He had my back to the end and fought hard. Just wanna thank him so much, because if it wasnt for his hard work,effort, and skills...
Posted by anonymous | March 31, 2015
Depends on your needs
If you need a good attorney who really knows the court system in this county, who can and will work hard for you, then Tom is the one I would choose again. My need was a small issue that turned into large issue that Tom handled exceptionally.
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Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 13
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Experience
Honors
2012
Presidential Service Plaque, Tulare County Bar Association
2010
Rising Star, Visalia Times-Delta
2010
Service Award, Senator Connie Conway
Work Experience
2013 - Present
Founding Partner, Koch, Degn & Gomez LLP
2003 - 2013
Partner, Gubler, Koch, Degn & Gomez
2003 - 2004
Deputy District Attorney, Tulare County District Attorney's Office
2001 - 2003
Attorney, McCormick Barstow Sheppard Wayte & Carruth, LLP
Associations
2004 - Present
Tulare County Bar AssociationPast President
2001 - Present
State Bar of CaliforniaAttorney
2005 - 2007
Tulare-Kings Estate Planning CouncilAttorney
2001 - 2003
California Trial Lawyers AssociationAttorney
2001 - 2003
Fresno County Bar AssociationAttorney
Sample of Legal Cases
People v. Navarro
Not Guilty Verdict
MM vs. Church Camp
Settled for six figures.
People v. Davis
Not Guilty Verdict
People v. Gonzalez
Case Dismissed
Carillo v. Church
Settled for $750,000.
Crow v. Insurance Company
Settled for 150% of policy amount
People v. Etchevarria
Dismissed
People v. Donahue
Case Dismissed
Carrasco v. Carrasco
Verdict in Client's favor.
Miller v. DMV
License Reinstated
People v. Martin
Case Dismissed
Garza v. Fast Food Restaurant
Settled for $48,000
Zelaya v. Dog Owner
Settled for $100,000
Cortez v. Big Box Store
Settled for $180,000
King v. Motorcyclist
Settled for policy limits
People v. R.W.
Not Guilty Verdict
Education
2001
University of California, Hastings College of the Law
JD - Juris Doctor
1999
Brigham Young University
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2012
Barrister's Banquet
State of the Tulare County Bar
Publications
2011
Visalia Times Delta
Letter to Editor
Languages
Arabic
Spanish
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Answers
Q&A
What happens when you don't get a mutual release?
14 Aug 2018
Q&A
If you "expunge" your own record and the state sends you a letter saying your misdemeanor is dismissed will it still show up?
02 Oct 2015
Q&A
I received a voicemail from someone, saying a name that is not mine, saying I have allegations filed against me.
02 Oct 2015