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Thomas William Slattery

3.0
Rating: 7.8

Licensed for 25 years

Criminal defense Lawyer Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Family, Civil Rights

About Thomas

Practice Areas

4

Practice Areas

Civil Rights 25%

Broad civil litigation practice including personal injury, contracts, employment law, and bankruptcy. Experience in both trial work and negotiations. Proven success in complex civil disputes and commercial matters.

21 years | 25 cases

25%
Criminal Defense 25%

Comprehensive criminal defense in both federal and state courts. Handles complex federal cases, violent felonies, and misdemeanors. Unique perspective from both prosecution and defense experience.

24 years | 100 cases

25%
DUI and DWI 25%

Specialized DUI/DWI defense from misdemeanors to felonies. Expert in challenging evidence and procedural matters. Strong record in both negotiation and trial outcomes.

24 years

25%
Family 25%

Extensive experience in high-asset divorces, custody modifications, support matters, and domestic violence cases. Skilled in both contested litigation and mediation. Successful track record in appellate cases.

21 years | 1,000 cases

25%

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Licenses

Licensed in California for 25 years

State: California

Acquired: 2000

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Thomas William Slattery's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

3.0 /5.0

4 Client Reviews

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Posted by Christopher | November 26, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Misinforming

Kept rescheduling my court date and switching attorneys . Eventually, I had no clue who is my attorney. Month later I found out that the attorney who handled my case doesn't work at the firm any longer. Wow. I was sending him emails regarding my case. And had to send it again but to another one fro...m the same firm. I stopped working with them . This is crazy. Moreover, through different law firm I found out Slaterry and Co exegarated my case to make it sound super problematic. My case was super easy. Crazy. No wonder they kept rescheduling the court date to get more money from me.

Posted by Alexander | July 25, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Does not communicate with clients

I have been represented by Thomas in a case where there has been nearly zero communication to me about the progress of the case including when I am required to appear in court. Dodges calls and his office assistant refuses to answer simple questions such as "why was I not notified of the court date c...hange".

Posted by anonymous | July 03, 2018 | Criminal Defense

My attorney

When I need an attorney to step up and be there when I need him most , I call upon Thomas Slattery. He came thru for a client who was waiting to be returned to California and was able to reinstate his probation terms. Thank you.

Posted by jannessa norton | March 05, 2015 | Divorce & Separation

I made the right decision in choosing, The Slattery Law Firm.

I, like many, am untrustworthy of lawyers. It makes all the difference in the word when a lawyer put's you at ease my explaining everything to you (good and bad) and put's his best foot forward to obtain the result you want. I was going through a divorce and a child custody and support battle. ... Why I found Tom (as he prefers to be called) to be a superb attorney is because from the beginning, he told me exactly how my case would unfold without exaggerating or over promising results. He explained my situation and how the law would work in my favor and how it would work against me. Throughout my ordeal, Tom kept me informed of the process which in turn eased my mind and made me comprehend and have reasonable expectations about the outcome. I had been told by other lawyers that I had the upper hand and would get everything I was asking for because I was the mother or because I was the one asking for the divorce. In reality, things came out better that I was expecting and I am happy and at ease with the results. I made the right decision in choosing Tom's firm to represent me.

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Martin Schmidt

Criminal defense lawyer | Jan 01

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Tom Slattery is a fine lawyer who has a wide array of experience. I endorse this lawyer."

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Dorinna Hirsch

Criminal defense lawyer | May 25

Relationship: Co-worker

"I have worked with Tom on several cases including trial. His intelligence, wit and charm coupled with his knowledge of the law makes for an excellent attorney. There is no doubt, if I had to hire an attorney to defend me, it would be Thomas Slattery."

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Vincent Ross

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 21

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have known Mr. Slattery professionally for many years. I have always found him to be zealous in his advocacy and fearless in his determination. I endorse him without reservation."

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Daniel Smith

Criminal defense lawyer | Feb 15

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Tom is an amazing lawyer. His timing and wit tend to absolutely capture any jury. His tenacity is secondi to none in the court room. I recommend him highly."

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Experience

Rating:  7.8 (Very Good)

Honors

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American Jurisprudence Award, Trial Practice, American Jurisprudence

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American Jurisprudence Award, Lawyering and Electronic Media, American Jurisprudence

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Outstanding Achievement in Advanced Trial Advocacy, Outstanding Achievement in Advanced Trial Advocacy

Work Experience

2017 - Present

Owner, Premier Criminal Defense

2010 - 2017

Owner, The Slattery Law Firm

2004 - 2010

Partner, Kerry Steigerwalt's Pacific Law Center

2003 - 2004

Managing Partner, Slatlaw, Inc.

2001 - 2003

Deputy City Attorney, San Diego City Attorney's Office

Education

1999

University of San Diego School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1996

Barry University

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Languages

Spanish

English

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