Tom focuses his practice on the defense of individuals and entities in construction defect, personal injury and malpractice matters, where he participates in every aspect of litigation. He has experience as second chair attorney in state and federal jury trials and presented oral argument before the Utah State Court of Appeals. Tom regularly participates in mediations, settlement negotiations and motion practice resulting in settlement or resolution of claims.
After law school, Tom moved back to Utah and began practicing litigation. His practice prior to joining Litchfield Cavo LLP involved state and federal misdemeanor and felony cases, which regularly required appearance and argument before city and district courts.
Practices
Education
- University of Pittsburgh School of Law, JD, 2013
- CALI Excellence for the Future Award Recipient in Criminal Defense Practicum (fall 2012), Commercial Paper and Banking (spring 2013)
- National Moot Court Representative, Region III Baltimore
- University of Utah, BA, History and International Studies, 2010, with honors
- German Minor
- Phi Kappa Phi Honors Society
- Delta Phi Alpha German Language Honors
- Honors Praxis Lab: Canyonlands Completion Project
Admissions
- Utah
- United States District Court: District of Utah
Associations
- Salt Lake Center for Science Education, Middle School and High School Mock Trial Team Competitions Coach
Languages
- English
Professional Memberships
- Utah State Bar Association, Young Lawyers Division, Litigation Section Member