$ 220-275 per hour
Mr. Tonkin was born and raised in northern California. He graduated from the University of California Davis in 2000. Mr. Tonkin attended law school at the University of the Pacific – McGeorge School of Law. Mr. Tonkin focused on trial advocacy while at McGeorge. He was regularly on the Dean’s List and graduated near the top of his class. Mr. Tonkin was both a writer and editor for the McGeorge Law Review. While in law school, Mr. Tonkin competed on the mock trial team for McGeorge which was voted the best in the United States west of the Mississippi his graduation year. He was also awarded top advocate honors in the nation’s premier mock trial competition, was inducted in the National Order of Barristers and received the Lewis F. Powell Medal for Excellence in Advocacy.
Mr. Tonkin and Mr. Arthofer formed the Arthofer & Tonkin Law Offices on May 1, 2009. Mr. Mr. Tonkin’s practice focuses on trial advocacy. He represents a range of clients, including those who have suffered the most drastic injuries as well as those with more modest claims but are still in need of excellent representation. Additionally, Mr. Tonkin's clients include some of the nation's largest companies, governmental entities, as well as individuals and local businesses. He has handled multimillion dollar wrongful death, premises liability, products liability, and claims involving public entities. Mr. Tonkin has handled complicated property loss cases including wild land fires and major flood loss actions with damages in the tens of millions of dollars.
Mr. Tonkin has obtained very favorable results for his clients through the use of vigorous advocacy in the litigation process. Mr. Tonkin is admitted to practice before all of the courts of the State of California as well as the Eastern and Northern Federal District Courts in California.
In his time away from the office, Mr. Tonkin enjoys time with his family, fitness activities ranging from running to boxing and mountain biking to Brazilian Jiu Jitsu. He also enjoys a wide range of outdoor activities and shooting sports.
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$ 220-275 per hour
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1267 Willis St, Redding, CA, 96001-0400
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Posted by Lynn | January 19, 2018 | Hired Attorney
Approximately 2 years ago I was a passenger in my husband’s car when we were rear ended at a stop light. After the accident I had x-rays taken at a local hospital, had an MRI done, saw two doctors, went through physical therapy and paid all the bills associated with the physical damage done to my ...
Posted by Dave | August 9, 2017 | Consulted Attorney
Professional, courteous, helpful, brilliant; Griff Tonkin has done exceptional work for me every time his expertise has been needed.
Posted by Josh B. | August 1, 2017 | Consulted Attorney
I have worked with Griffith on numerous Real Estate transactions over the 18 years I have been in the business. Griffith is professional, honest, reliable, and knowledgeable. I have also referred many clients to Griffith over the years and they have all raved about his excellent service. I recommend ...
Posted by Gordon | July 13, 2017 | Hired Attorney
Griff and his team are always my first choice when I need help with a question or matter. Being a client of their firm has been a tremendous benefit to my family. I highly recommend them to anyone seeking experts in their field.
Posted by Ken | July 12, 2017 | Hired Attorney
When I think of Arthofer & Tonkin Law Offices, words that come to mind are words like, 'Excellence", "Integrity' or, 'Personal.' I've heard so many nightmare stories from people about the fact that their attorney wouldn't communicate with them, or was unresponsive to their questions. Not so with Arth...
"I have known Mr. Tonkin since law school. He is extremely intelligent, a very hard worker, and highly ethical. It's my privilege to endorse him."
Personal injury lawyer
2000
Dean's Honor List, University of California at Davis
2009 - 2018
Partner, Arthofer & Tonkin Law Offices
2006 - 2009
Associate, Harr Arthofer & Ayres
2003 - 2006
Associate, Maire & Beasley
2002 - 2003
Clerk, Maire & Beasley
2006 - Present
Shasta Claims AssociationMember
2005 - Present
Shasta Trinity Counties Bar AssociationMember
2003 - Present
State Bar of CaliforniaMember
2003 - Present
National Order of BarristersMember
2003 - Present
Supreme Court of CaliforniaAdmitted to Practice
2006 - 2008
Shasta Trinity Counties Bar AssociationPresident
2005 - 2006
Shasta Trinity Counties Bar AssociationTreasurer
Confidential settlement in excess of $1,000,000.
A six figure recovery for our client.
A $250,000 recovery to our client.
A settlement of more than $1,000,000.
A $150,000 settlement reached at mediation for our client.
Six figure result for our client.
Substantial compensation for medical bills and future surgery needs.
Six figure outcome for our client.
A $520,000 settlement in favor of our client.
A confidential six figure settlement reached at mediation.
2003
JD - Juris Doctor
2000
BA - Bachelor of Arts
English