Tom Budinich

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Tom Budinich

also known as Tom M. Budinich

5.0
Rating: 8.4

Licensed for 32 years

Personal injury Lawyer at Seattle, WA
Practice Areas: Personal Injury

PO Box 75012, Seattle, WA

About Tom

Practice Areas

1

Practice Area

Personal Injury 100%

Mediation of tort claims

33 years

100%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Contingency

33%-40%


Payment Methods

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  • Credit Card

Awards

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Licenses

Licensed in Washington for 32 years

State: Washington

Acquired: 1993

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Tom Budinich, Attorney at Law

PO Box 75012, Seattle, WA, 98175

budinichlaw.com

Tom Budinich's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

5.0 /5.0

68 Client Reviews

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Posted by anonymous | August 02, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Car Accidents

Professional Amazing Lawyer Tom Budinich

Tom Budinich and Lisa Jo. Woolsey from Bernard Law Group took my case after my car accident and worked very hard to get me a fair settlement. He worked very hard to maximize the amount of my settlement. Tom's knowledge and communication was amazing in keeping me informed. He did really great job and ...I definitely reccomend Tom Budinich and his team to take care of you in the future any of car accident. Please consider their professional help. Thank you so very much to Tom and Lisa Jo. Woolsey. I am so lucky to met lawyer Tom Budinich for my case.

Posted by Michelle | February 05, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Car Accidents

Highly Recommended

I was assigned Tom Budinich from the Bernard Law Group to helped me help me after I was in a vehicle accident that totaled my car. I sustained several injuries that made it difficult to communicate with me at times. Tom was patient and kind and worked tirelessly to ensure that I received every dolla...r I had coming back to me from the insurance company. If you can, I would highly recommend you request his assistance by name. You will not regret it.

Posted by REBECCA | February 04, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Personal Injury

AMAZING PEOPLE TO WORK WITH

Highly recommend these guys! I was hit by a tow truck driver at 70mph as I was at a dead stop on the freeway and my attorney Tom Budinich was wonderful at getting back to me quickly, advising me throughout the process, and keeping me calm during a rough time in my life as I suffered some pretty bad ...anxiety from the accident. I had some pretty major injuries and one that is permanent and he had my back the whole time. I am happy with the service and the settlement. Thanks Tom and Carly! Rebecca

Posted by anonymous | December 29, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Personal Injury

Client

My wife and I were unfortunately involved in a car accident while riding in a hired limo company. I was not hurt but my wife suffered severe damage to her thumb that required surgery. After trying to deal with the limo company on my own and getting the run around I hired Bernard Law Group. We were as...signed attorney Tom Budinich. He was GREAT! He cut through the many obstacles that the limo company was throwing at him. He kept negotiating through the low ball offers from the limo companies insurance until he got what he thought was a fair settlement for my wife. All bills are paid with some extra for pain and suffering. Thank you Tom! Through our dealings with Bernard Law Group, Tom Budinich especially, I would highly recommend contacting them if you ever run into the unfortunate situation that my wife and I did.

Posted by Jesse | December 27, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Personal Injury

Tom Budinich is a top notch attorney.

Tom did a fantastic job running point on a my case that was a motor vehicle collision in which I was my left wrist badly injured. I was in care for about a year and half and racked up a good amount of medical bills after running out of person injury protection coverage, so my case required Tom to not... only deal and negotiate with the liable party's insurance company and my auto insurance company, but also my health insurance company. Tom was very transparent, showed great advice and counsel in regards to how I should proceed at each offer, and was attentive and responded in a very timely manner to any questions I had. In the end, I walked away feeling and knowing that I got the right, correct, and just amount of compensation for my troubles from this auto insurance company for the pain and suffering I went through, countless hours in physical therapy and in doctor visits and driving to and from them, as well as lost revenue from my job. I would not have gotten compensation anywhere near what I received had it not been for Tom and his expertise negotiating with insurance companies. I would definitely recommend him for anyone who was in the same predicated I was in.

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Grady Martin

Personal injury lawyer | Dec 23

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have known Tom for years and he is a smart, honest, and effective attorney. His previous experience working in the insurance industry, knowledge of the law, and dedication to his clients make him a truly great attorney. Highly recommended."

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Hayley Hollis

Personal injury lawyer | Jan 11

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Sean Lanz

Personal injury lawyer | Jan 09

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Tom was fair to work with."

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Nancy Cahill

Personal injury lawyer | Oct 25

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Tom is well-regarded in the legal community. I have heard of satisfied clients that praised his work. He is also very personable!"

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Gregory Lighty

Personal injury lawyer | Oct 24

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Tom is an excellent lawyer who puts his clients' interests first. He is knowledgeable, fair, and fights for his clients. I highly recommend Tom."

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John Turner

Personal injury lawyer | May 09

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Tom is an outstanding attorney who successfully represents his clients with professionalism and integrity."

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Matthew Hale

Personal injury lawyer | Jan 27

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Tom is an outstanding lawyer, who works hard for his clients. He is detailed oriented and careful to provide the best advice and representation that he can. He has a deep understanding of what he does, which his clients benefit from."

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Megan Waugh

Estate planning lawyer | Jun 03

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I met Tom through the American Academy of Estate Planning Attorneys. Tom is extremely knowledgeable, caring and an excellent attorney. I am happy to recommend him."

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Viivi Vanderslice

Personal injury lawyer | Jun 11

Relationship: Co-worker

"Tom is a top notch attorney who knows how to get amazing results for his clients even from some of the toughest insurance companies. His clients are VERY lucky to have him fighting on their behalf."

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Anthony Alfieri

Personal injury lawyer | Jan 19

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer's work. Tom is a hard working, honest and intelligent lawyer."

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Joseph Pendergast

Personal injury lawyer | Jul 17

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer's work. Tom is a very good attorney who is a strong advocate for his clients."

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Matthew Hale

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Megan Waugh

Estate planning lawyer

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Viivi Vanderslice

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Randy Fair

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Larry Nagelberg

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Elizabeth Lindquist

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Experience

Rating:  8.4 (Excellent)

Work Experience

1900 - Present

Associate, The Bernard Law Group

Associations

Washington State Association for Justice

Education

1993

Seattle University School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1990

University of Washington

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2015

Hilton Garden Inn, Mukilteo WA

Long Term Care and Estate Planning

Languages

English

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