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also known as Tom O'Connor, Thomas OConnor
Thomas M. O’Connor is a founding partner of the firm and currently focuses his practice on Criminal Defense and Personal Injury. As a partner in O’Connor, Runckel & O'Malley LLP, Mr. O’Connor regularly litigates personal injury and wrongful death actions and defends clients in all misdemeanor and felony matters.
At O'Connor, Runckel & O'Malley LLP, we are committed to the zealous representation of our clients in a wide array of criminal and civil matters.
Criminal Defense: We draw upon our vast experience prosecuting misdemeanor and felony cases during our combined 35 years as deputy district attorneys. The cornerstone of our law firm’s success is the extensive criminal law experience of Tom O’Connor, Jason Runckel and Dan O'Malley. We have negotiated thousands of criminal cases and successfully tried hundreds of high profile felony and misdemeanor cases; including, murder, arson, residential burglary, torture, three strikes cases, domestic violence, driving under the influence, sex crimes, vehicular manslaughter, assault with deadly weapon, robbery, and juvenile. We have extensive dealings with state and federal judges, hundreds of prosecutors, and virtually every law enforcement agency in the bay area. In summary, our trial ability and negotiating skills are unsurpassed.
Personal Injury: We represent plaintiffs in serious personal injury claims. Our firm’s goal is to bring justice to those who have been harmed by the wrongdoing of others. Our mission is to seek justice for our clients and rebuild their lives by seeking full compensation for their losses. We retain the finest experts, engineers, and physicians to obtain the highest possible recoveries. We are proud to play a role in keeping the justice system strong by protecting the rights of the individual. We are results driven attorneys who bring a strong combination of education, experience and practical knowledge to the representation of our clients.
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Acquired: 1994
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1196 Boulevard Way, Suite 20, Walnut Creek, CA, 94595
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Posted by Jonathan | June 19, 2020 | Hired Attorney
I used Mr. O’Connor back in 2012 with my 2nd DUI case. He pleaded me down to a Wet and Reckless and 4 years informal probation. I was able to keep my drivers license which allowed me to keep my job also. He was great during the consultation and already had a relationship the District Attorneys office...
Posted by anonymous | February 27, 2015
Tom and his team were great! They were very supportive during an uncomfortable process and time for me. Tom worked to achieve the very best outcome possible and I am grateful. His knowledge, experience and relationships all came to bat. I highly recommend him.
Posted by anonymous | February 15, 2015
I had an excellent experience with Tom O'Connor, he is a very professional lawyer, his staff is courteous and helpful and he is easy to keep in touch, he gives you an accurate estimate of your case and your chances of success. He is a very forthright and honest attorney. You cannot do better than him...
Posted by pmundanmani | January 26, 2014
I found ORO online. We retained Tom O’Connor and he immediately took control of the case. He and his staff kept me updated, calm, and less-stressed given the circumstances of the situation. I was happy with how the case turned out and would recommend them to anyone in need of an attorney.
Posted by John | May 17, 2012
Mr. O'Connor offered invaluable assistance and legal advice. His expertise made the difference in my particular case. His honesty and integrity in everything he does was really impressive.
"Tom is an excellent trial attorney who has handled matters at the highest level in both criminal and civil litigation. I highly recommend Tom and his firm if you are in need of a seasoned trial attorney in the Greater San Franciso Bay Area. Tom is well connected in the Bay Area legal community as his family has deep connections to the San Francisco legal community. Tom and I were prosecutors in the same East Bay county, where he tried numeros high profile homicide cases. Tom's ability to handle compex legal matters will no doubt work to your advantage."
"I have known Tom O'Connor and his partners Jason Runckel and Dan O'Malley for over a decade. I have seen their work first hand. They are all outstanding attorneys in both the Criminal Defense and Personal Injury fields. I would not hesitate to hire them myself, and I have referred friends and clients to them in the past. I will continue to do so in the future."
"the strongest endorsement I could give is one I give to Tom; if I were in personal need of an attorney I would look to him for help. He's conscientious and highly competent, the strongest foundation upon which you can build your legal defense."
Litigation lawyer
Criminal defense lawyer
Personal injury lawyer
2015
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers Magazine
2014
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers Magazine
2014
Million Dollar Advocate, Million Dollar Advocates Forum
2013
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers Magazine
1994
Order of the Coif, McGeorge School of Law
1994 - 2006
Deputy District Attorney, Contra Costa District Attorney's Office
2007 - Present
Contra Costa County Bar Association
1994 - 2006
California District Attorneys Association
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