team-member

Thomas Gibbons

Philadelphia, PA

Licensed for 16 years

Law Degree

Awards

Primary Practice Area

Car Accident

Language

English

About

       A nationally acclaimed trial attorney, Tom is the founder and managing partner of Gibbons Legal, P.C.  He has been recognized as one of the Top 10 personal injury attorneys in Pennsylvania by the National Academy of Personal Injury Attorneys and the American Institute of Personal Injury Attorneys, and as one of the top trial attorneys in Pennsylvania by the National Trial Lawyers, American Academy of Trial Attorneys, Million Dollar Advocates Forum, and Rue Ratings.  Avvo has also rated him a Perfect 10: Superb, and named him a Top Personal Injury Attorney and Top Car Accident Attorney.       Many of Tom's cases have been featured by local, national, and international news outlets including Fox News, ABC News, CBS News, CNN, MSNBC, Inside Edition, The Associated Press, The Los Angeles Times, The Philadelphia Inquirer, The London Times, The Daily Mail (United Kingdom), and countless law blogs.  One such case, a police brutality claim against the City of Philadelphia, resulted in $490,000 settlement on the eve of trial, and the City launching a massive investigation into its use of Emergency Patrol Wagons and the manner in which detainees are transported.       In addition to his trial practice, Tom teaches trial strategy and technology at Temple University School of Law's prestigious LL.M. in Trial Advocacy program, where he earned his Master's Degree in trial law (with honors) in 2014.       Tom began his legal career prosecuting criminals and protecting victims’ rights with the Montgomery County (Pennsylvania) District Attorney’s Office.  He thereafter spent several years working for the insurance companies, defending their insureds, who hurt others in car accidents, slip and fall accidents, and work accidents.  That work, however, was very unsatisfying, because of which Tom redirected his efforts to helping those hurt by others.  His experience working for the insurance companies made him a wiser, more prepared attorney in that he knows the insurance companies' tricks and delay tactics.  More importantly, he knows how to deflect and defeat them.  This experience has led to some significant victories in some very difficult cases.  (See our Notable Victories page.).       Outside the courtroom, Tom is a devoted husband to Maria and dad to Jude, Abby, and Penny.  He enjoys coaching little league, hosting magical imaginary tea parties, and otherwise playing with his kids.  He's the world's “#1 Dad,” for which honor he received the world's greatest homemade trophy from his 4-year old daughter, Abby.  He’s also an avid sports fan, particularly baseball, and still plays competitive men’s slow-pitch softball.  As the manager and power hitting first baseman, he helped his team win the Pennsylvania state championship, and finish 9th at the national championship, in 2014.       Tom is also a published author.  His first book (Got Hurt?  Forget the Silly Lawyer Ads....) is a how-to guide to finding the right lawyer for your case (even if it's not Tom).  And his second book (Car Accident?  What the #&@! is Limited Tort?) explains the basic concepts of limited tort insurance coverage and how it affects a Pennsylvania car accident claim.  Tom is actively writing several other books on the law, and hopes to eventually write a novel.       Tom is licensed to practice law in Pennsylvania, New Jersey, the United States District Court for the Eastern District of Pennsylvania, and the United States District Court for the District of New Jersey.Awards and RecognitionEducation      

Practices Areas

Car Accident

Personal Injury

Motorcycle accident

Language

English

Contact

Gibbons Legal, P.C.Thomas J. Gibbons, Esquire1845 Walnut Street, 25th FloorPhiladelphia, PA, 19103Thomas J. Gibbons, Esquire1845 Walnut Street, 25th Floor1845 Walnut Street, 25th FloorPhiladelphia, PA, 19103

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Reviews

Vonte Skinner
September 14, 2021

Tom handled my sisters case so I knew I was in good hands & I knew I made the right choice in a lawyer if u have any injuries & need a great lawyer Tom Gibbons is that lawyer. Just let him do what he does & I promise he & his team of loving & very professional ladies in his office will do everything possible 2 help & assist you 100%. Thanks Tom & team ❤️

Kevin
October 24, 2018

I’m very pleased to review Tom Gibbons as an attorney. I was recommended Tom by an former coworker after I was told I required surgery after an automobile accident. Tom and his staff was always helpful especially when my health insurance at the time of the accident was in less words, horrible and high deductible. Tom was able to make sure I paid no more money for the medical visits which included many months of therapy. As being a police officer, Attorney’s can be a pain by constantly wanting contact. Tom and his team were upfront and said they’ll contact me whenever needed. My phone rang ONLY when was needed. And even if they did not keep in touch very often, I always received a birthday card along with cards for holidays throughout the year. I trust Tom, plain and simple. I took notice throughout the process, Tom wouldn’t give in to mediocrity. He believed in the case and worked it until WE got what was deserved. I’ll never forget what he told me just before the defense deposition on my surgery about a house being built. I’ll leave this like it is but his thoughts blew my mind!!! I want to take a minute to also thank Lynn. So pleasant and kind every time I spoke with her. Tom has a wonderful asset with Lynn working for him. I also applaud Tom in his family values. He is a family man and enjoys talking about his family along with my family. That is a special trait that I admire. I highly recommend Thomas J. Gibbons as you will see the end results better than you could have expected!!!

Andrew
October 3, 2018

Tom Gibbons has been the definition of a dedicated professional every step of the way during my proceedings with him. Whether taking time out of his day to just send me a quick update or helping to boil down some of the legal lingo into context I can understand, Tom is always just looking to make things easy for his client. This type of professionalism and dedication is what allows Tom to be so successful in his craft. I would highly recommend Tom to those looking for a top-tier attorney.

Barry
October 1, 2018

Tom is a consummate professional. More important, he really cares about his clients; He always has their best interests at heart. I trust him, which you can’t say about many people these days. I highly recommend.

Sam
September 30, 2018

Tom was just absolutely excellent. He kept me informed every step of the way and got me a huge settlement for my injuries double the amount that I thought I could get! He knows his stuff! Thanks so much! i am very happy!

Maria
September 28, 2018

I parked my car in the garage at a Philadelphia hospital, and someone hit it when I was inside the hospital! I was so angry! Friend told me to call Tom for help, so I did. He said he didn’t usually handle cases where people weren’t hurt, but he was kinda angry when I told him what happened, so agreed to help. So happy he did! He called the hospital and got the security footage. Turns out the guy who hit my car was a doctor at the hospital! And after he hit it, he got out of his car, walked over and looked at my damage, then walked away! Such a jerk! Tom then took the video and the doctor’s name and insurance info from the DMV. The doctor lied and said it didn’t happen, so Tom took him to court and won! I’m so very thankful for his help. I know was a super small case, but he never made me feel like that. Always called with updates, and never talked down to me. He really made me feel important, and made me feel like my tiny case mattered. Thanks so much Tom! Your the best!

Priscilla Boyd
February 1, 2015

I we were in a taxi when we got rearended. I really hurt my back, but the guy's insurance company wouldn't pay because the guy said he didn't hit us. Tom really went to battle for me and caught the guy in so many lies. We ended settling my case for really good money a few days before the jury trial. I couldn't have been more happy with what Tom did for me. He was so nice, too. He really cared about me, not just my case. He's the only lawyer I'd ever use. Thanks again Tom!

Jessica H.
February 1, 2015

Drunk driver rearended is and then ran away. Wouldn't answer the door for the cops. One of my friends told me to call Tom. He was awesome! Insurance company wouldn't pay, and even tried to have the case thrown out because the driver changed his story and said he wasn't driving. We were so angry, but Tom kept his cool and really went after the guy. He got us an awesome settlement, and we only had to go to court once. We were so thrilled! I would absolutely recommend him to anyone. He was the BEST!

Linda Owen
January 31, 2015

Another lawyer referred me to Tom Gibbons for my car accident case, and I'm so glad they did. He is dedicated, honest, and very, very, very, very good. I would absolutely recommend him to anyone. Don't settle for a lawyer who only knows how to settle. GOT HURT? GET GIBBONS!

Suzanne Weber
January 17, 2015

I hurt my knees in a car accident years ago and have had problems ever since. When I got into another car accident and hurt them again, my lawyer from the first accident wouldn't help me because it was "too hard" since I've had knee problems since the first accident. I was so discouraged, and in a lot of pain. My husband said we should call Tom. He used Tom after he got hurt at work. I'm so glad we called! He knew so much about the law and medicine. I actually thought he went law school and medical school. He was so nice and friendly, too. Always answered my questions, and always kept me informed. I really liked his staff, especially Lynne. I hope I never need a lawyer again. But if I do, Tom Gibbons will be the first and only call I make! Got hurt? Get Gibbons!

Vonte Skinner
September 14, 2021

Tom handled my sisters case so I knew I was in good hands & I knew I made the right choice in a lawyer if u have any injuries & need a great lawyer Tom Gibbons is that lawyer. Just let him do what he does & I promise he & his team of loving & very professional ladies in his office will do everything possible 2 help & assist you 100%. Thanks Tom & team ❤️

Kevin
October 24, 2018

I’m very pleased to review Tom Gibbons as an attorney. I was recommended Tom by an former coworker after I was told I required surgery after an automobile accident. Tom and his staff was always helpful especially when my health insurance at the time of the accident was in less words, horrible and high deductible. Tom was able to make sure I paid no more money for the medical visits which included many months of therapy. As being a police officer, Attorney’s can be a pain by constantly wanting contact. Tom and his team were upfront and said they’ll contact me whenever needed. My phone rang ONLY when was needed. And even if they did not keep in touch very often, I always received a birthday card along with cards for holidays throughout the year. I trust Tom, plain and simple. I took notice throughout the process, Tom wouldn’t give in to mediocrity. He believed in the case and worked it until WE got what was deserved. I’ll never forget what he told me just before the defense deposition on my surgery about a house being built. I’ll leave this like it is but his thoughts blew my mind!!! I want to take a minute to also thank Lynn. So pleasant and kind every time I spoke with her. Tom has a wonderful asset with Lynn working for him. I also applaud Tom in his family values. He is a family man and enjoys talking about his family along with my family. That is a special trait that I admire. I highly recommend Thomas J. Gibbons as you will see the end results better than you could have expected!!!

Andrew
October 3, 2018

Tom Gibbons has been the definition of a dedicated professional every step of the way during my proceedings with him. Whether taking time out of his day to just send me a quick update or helping to boil down some of the legal lingo into context I can understand, Tom is always just looking to make things easy for his client. This type of professionalism and dedication is what allows Tom to be so successful in his craft. I would highly recommend Tom to those looking for a top-tier attorney.

Barry
October 1, 2018

Tom is a consummate professional. More important, he really cares about his clients; He always has their best interests at heart. I trust him, which you can’t say about many people these days. I highly recommend.

Sam
September 30, 2018

Tom was just absolutely excellent. He kept me informed every step of the way and got me a huge settlement for my injuries double the amount that I thought I could get! He knows his stuff! Thanks so much! i am very happy!

Maria
September 28, 2018

I parked my car in the garage at a Philadelphia hospital, and someone hit it when I was inside the hospital! I was so angry! Friend told me to call Tom for help, so I did. He said he didn’t usually handle cases where people weren’t hurt, but he was kinda angry when I told him what happened, so agreed to help. So happy he did! He called the hospital and got the security footage. Turns out the guy who hit my car was a doctor at the hospital! And after he hit it, he got out of his car, walked over and looked at my damage, then walked away! Such a jerk! Tom then took the video and the doctor’s name and insurance info from the DMV. The doctor lied and said it didn’t happen, so Tom took him to court and won! I’m so very thankful for his help. I know was a super small case, but he never made me feel like that. Always called with updates, and never talked down to me. He really made me feel important, and made me feel like my tiny case mattered. Thanks so much Tom! Your the best!

Priscilla Boyd
February 1, 2015

I we were in a taxi when we got rearended. I really hurt my back, but the guy's insurance company wouldn't pay because the guy said he didn't hit us. Tom really went to battle for me and caught the guy in so many lies. We ended settling my case for really good money a few days before the jury trial. I couldn't have been more happy with what Tom did for me. He was so nice, too. He really cared about me, not just my case. He's the only lawyer I'd ever use. Thanks again Tom!

Jessica H.
February 1, 2015

Drunk driver rearended is and then ran away. Wouldn't answer the door for the cops. One of my friends told me to call Tom. He was awesome! Insurance company wouldn't pay, and even tried to have the case thrown out because the driver changed his story and said he wasn't driving. We were so angry, but Tom kept his cool and really went after the guy. He got us an awesome settlement, and we only had to go to court once. We were so thrilled! I would absolutely recommend him to anyone. He was the BEST!

Linda Owen
January 31, 2015

Another lawyer referred me to Tom Gibbons for my car accident case, and I'm so glad they did. He is dedicated, honest, and very, very, very, very good. I would absolutely recommend him to anyone. Don't settle for a lawyer who only knows how to settle. GOT HURT? GET GIBBONS!

Suzanne Weber
January 17, 2015

I hurt my knees in a car accident years ago and have had problems ever since. When I got into another car accident and hurt them again, my lawyer from the first accident wouldn't help me because it was "too hard" since I've had knee problems since the first accident. I was so discouraged, and in a lot of pain. My husband said we should call Tom. He used Tom after he got hurt at work. I'm so glad we called! He knew so much about the law and medicine. I actually thought he went law school and medical school. He was so nice and friendly, too. Always answered my questions, and always kept me informed. I really liked his staff, especially Lynne. I hope I never need a lawyer again. But if I do, Tom Gibbons will be the first and only call I make! Got hurt? Get Gibbons!

Vonte Skinner
September 14, 2021

Tom handled my sisters case so I knew I was in good hands & I knew I made the right choice in a lawyer if u have any injuries & need a great lawyer Tom Gibbons is that lawyer. Just let him do what he does & I promise he & his team of loving & very professional ladies in his office will do everything possible 2 help & assist you 100%. Thanks Tom & team ❤️

Kevin
October 24, 2018

I’m very pleased to review Tom Gibbons as an attorney. I was recommended Tom by an former coworker after I was told I required surgery after an automobile accident. Tom and his staff was always helpful especially when my health insurance at the time of the accident was in less words, horrible and high deductible. Tom was able to make sure I paid no more money for the medical visits which included many months of therapy. As being a police officer, Attorney’s can be a pain by constantly wanting contact. Tom and his team were upfront and said they’ll contact me whenever needed. My phone rang ONLY when was needed. And even if they did not keep in touch very often, I always received a birthday card along with cards for holidays throughout the year. I trust Tom, plain and simple. I took notice throughout the process, Tom wouldn’t give in to mediocrity. He believed in the case and worked it until WE got what was deserved. I’ll never forget what he told me just before the defense deposition on my surgery about a house being built. I’ll leave this like it is but his thoughts blew my mind!!! I want to take a minute to also thank Lynn. So pleasant and kind every time I spoke with her. Tom has a wonderful asset with Lynn working for him. I also applaud Tom in his family values. He is a family man and enjoys talking about his family along with my family. That is a special trait that I admire. I highly recommend Thomas J. Gibbons as you will see the end results better than you could have expected!!!

Andrew
October 3, 2018

Tom Gibbons has been the definition of a dedicated professional every step of the way during my proceedings with him. Whether taking time out of his day to just send me a quick update or helping to boil down some of the legal lingo into context I can understand, Tom is always just looking to make things easy for his client. This type of professionalism and dedication is what allows Tom to be so successful in his craft. I would highly recommend Tom to those looking for a top-tier attorney.

Barry
October 1, 2018

Tom is a consummate professional. More important, he really cares about his clients; He always has their best interests at heart. I trust him, which you can’t say about many people these days. I highly recommend.

Sam
September 30, 2018

Tom was just absolutely excellent. He kept me informed every step of the way and got me a huge settlement for my injuries double the amount that I thought I could get! He knows his stuff! Thanks so much! i am very happy!

Maria
September 28, 2018

I parked my car in the garage at a Philadelphia hospital, and someone hit it when I was inside the hospital! I was so angry! Friend told me to call Tom for help, so I did. He said he didn’t usually handle cases where people weren’t hurt, but he was kinda angry when I told him what happened, so agreed to help. So happy he did! He called the hospital and got the security footage. Turns out the guy who hit my car was a doctor at the hospital! And after he hit it, he got out of his car, walked over and looked at my damage, then walked away! Such a jerk! Tom then took the video and the doctor’s name and insurance info from the DMV. The doctor lied and said it didn’t happen, so Tom took him to court and won! I’m so very thankful for his help. I know was a super small case, but he never made me feel like that. Always called with updates, and never talked down to me. He really made me feel important, and made me feel like my tiny case mattered. Thanks so much Tom! Your the best!

Priscilla Boyd
February 1, 2015

I we were in a taxi when we got rearended. I really hurt my back, but the guy's insurance company wouldn't pay because the guy said he didn't hit us. Tom really went to battle for me and caught the guy in so many lies. We ended settling my case for really good money a few days before the jury trial. I couldn't have been more happy with what Tom did for me. He was so nice, too. He really cared about me, not just my case. He's the only lawyer I'd ever use. Thanks again Tom!

Jessica H.
February 1, 2015

Drunk driver rearended is and then ran away. Wouldn't answer the door for the cops. One of my friends told me to call Tom. He was awesome! Insurance company wouldn't pay, and even tried to have the case thrown out because the driver changed his story and said he wasn't driving. We were so angry, but Tom kept his cool and really went after the guy. He got us an awesome settlement, and we only had to go to court once. We were so thrilled! I would absolutely recommend him to anyone. He was the BEST!

Linda Owen
January 31, 2015

Another lawyer referred me to Tom Gibbons for my car accident case, and I'm so glad they did. He is dedicated, honest, and very, very, very, very good. I would absolutely recommend him to anyone. Don't settle for a lawyer who only knows how to settle. GOT HURT? GET GIBBONS!

Suzanne Weber
January 17, 2015

I hurt my knees in a car accident years ago and have had problems ever since. When I got into another car accident and hurt them again, my lawyer from the first accident wouldn't help me because it was "too hard" since I've had knee problems since the first accident. I was so discouraged, and in a lot of pain. My husband said we should call Tom. He used Tom after he got hurt at work. I'm so glad we called! He knew so much about the law and medicine. I actually thought he went law school and medical school. He was so nice and friendly, too. Always answered my questions, and always kept me informed. I really liked his staff, especially Lynne. I hope I never need a lawyer again. But if I do, Tom Gibbons will be the first and only call I make! Got hurt? Get Gibbons!