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Thomas Ivory

Bala Cynwyd, PA

Licensed for 25 years

Law Degree

Awards

Primary Practice Area

DUI and DWI

Language

English

About

Thomas Ivory is a native of Ireland who came to the United States at age 22.  Tom is not only a talented trial lawyer, he is a dedicated and passionate advocate for his clients. In addition to his DUI and traffic court work, Mr. Ivory has handled hundreds of cases ranging from murder charges, robbery, burglary, sexual assault, drug offenses, white-collar charges, Food and Drug Administration charges and internet offenses in Federal and State court in Philadelphia and the surrounding counties. He began his career at the Defender Association of Philadelphia in 1996. While there, Tom was a member of the major trials unit where he represented clients charged with the most serious offenses in trials before juries. As a public defender Mr. Ivory developed a reputation as a dedicated advocate among judges, his peers, his clients and his opponents.  During recent years, Mr. Ivory has increasingly concentrated his practice in the area of Driving Under the Influence, Traffic Court matters, and Driver License restoration cases for both commercial and non-commercial drivers. He has successfully litigated appeals of suspensions in the Court of Common Pleas in several counties as well as on appeal in the Commonwealth Court of Pennsylvania. Mr. Ivory has enjoyed success particularly when representing people accused of driving while suspended for DUI, a charge that carries a 60 day mandatory minimum prison sentence. As a result of his tireless representation in these matters, the vast majority of Tom’s clients during the last ten years have not received any prison time or suspension time. Mr. Ivory also enjoys a high rate of success in the defense of DUI cases in Philadelphia and surrounding counties. He is also a source of advice in this area to a large number of attorneys. He enjoys nothing better than to tackle a case where a client has a long and complex driving record with many suspensions. He enjoys great personal and professional satisfaction on the day that a complex suspension matter is finally resolved and a client goes to PennDot to get their brand new driver’s license. Mr. Ivory also maintains a close relationship with labor unions in the Philadelphia area. From 2000-2002, he represented members of Local 57 of the Laborers’ Union as well as the United Independent Unions. He handled all of the criminal cases for these unions. It was there that he developed expertise in the legal issues surrounding driver licensing and traffic violations. From 2002 to 2006, he practiced as a sole practitioner in criminal defense and in traffic and driver licensing issues. Mr. Ivory also practices in the area of Family Law, concentrating on child custody, support, protection from abuse and divorce matters. He successfully tries cases in the five-county area in all criminal charges. He has developed a reputation as one of the leading attorneys in the City of Philadelphia and the surrounding counties in the areas of DUI, driver license restoration and traffic offenses. His unique skill set: he utilizes his superior trial skills and with his expert knowledge and ability to navigate Philadelphia Traffic Court and PennDot, he is an invaluable advocate for clients facing the loss of their license or suspension of driving privileges and consequently their livelihood. Mr. Ivory has not forgotten his roots and remains active in the Irish community in the Philadelphia region. As well as being an active member of the Brehon Law Society, he is a founder member and active participant in the Irish Network(Philadelphia Branch) an organization of ex-patriate Irish business people and professionals. He is also actively involved as an advisor and supporter of the Irish Immigration Center, located in Upper Darby, an Irish government-funded support group for Irish Immigrants in the Philadelphia area. He is an active participant in the Irish Chamber of Commerce. Tom graduated cum laude with Honors from the University of Arizona in 1993. He continued at the University of Arizona for law school where he graduated in 1996. He currently serves as a board member of the Criminal Justice Section of the Philadelphia Bar association.

Practices Areas

DUI and DWI

Language

English

Contact

Ivory Law2 Bala Plaza Suite 300Bala Cynwyd, PA, 19004 Office (267) 240-5381 Fax (null) 59995424 2 Bala Plaza Suite 300Bala Cynwyd, PA, 19004 Office (267) 240-5381(267) 240-5381 Fax (null) 59995424(null) 59995424

Office: (267) 692-5405

Website: N/A

Reviews

Kamil
December 18, 2020

I thought my case was hopeless but Thomas did very professional job and now I don’t have the problem to worry about. Highly recommend!

Jeffrey
December 15, 2020

When I met Tom Ivory my license was suspended for 5 years with know end in site Mr Ivory had my license restored in 12 months and really went to bat for me We had to deal with 5 municipalities and each one was handled so professionally The day Mr Ivory told me to go to penndot because the day had come , I went there thinking know way until the woman gave me the letter that said congratulations your license has been restored I started crying I was driving legal for the first time in 7 years Thank you Mr ivory I owe it all to you

Brandon
January 16, 2020

Thomas exceeded my expectations. I had been charged with a DUI facing criminal charges and am happy to report I was founded not guilty thanks to all his help! He was always just one text or phone call away whenever I had any questions or concerns through the entire process. Thomas was extremely professional, confident in his work, and overall a pleasure to work with. I definitely recommend him to anyone facing any kind of DUI/DWI issue!

anonymous
February 23, 2022

Mr. Ivory was patient, extremely knowledgeable and professional, confident, compassionate, easy to understand and easy to collaborate with. He was prompt to reply to every question I had and always a a text away from start to finish. 100% recommend working with Mr. Ivory.

anonymous
September 13, 2021

I asked Tom to help reinstate my license after I tried doing it myself for almost 2 years with no luck. Within 2 months Tom successfully maneuvered through all the channels and was able to get me my license back. The case was very complicated but Tom streamlined it and is very efficient. He is responsive and thorough and gets the job done. I wish I had known about Tom 2 years ago… it would have saved me a lot of time and headaches.

Gene V.
September 13, 2021

Mr.Ivory I want to Thank you for everything you done for me. I thank you for the patience and for understanding me when I was struggling. I thank you for understanding the law and taking it to the extreme of making sure the job is done. I appreciate everything you done for me and really making it happen because I don’t know what I’ve would of done if I didn’t meet you. I Thank you truly and God Bless you for your help.

Khumoyun
August 23, 2021

I definately reccomend him, because he is very helpful and has very good communication skills, he easily will solve your problems.

Sal
April 20, 2021

Mr Ivory literally gave me hope when I had none. Prior to contacting him, I had several tickets lined up. Including driving while suspended 2x, 3x speeding tickets, 1 reckless driving charge. I had no hopes of getting my license anytime soon. Within the first month, he helped me get my license reinstated, and helped me maintain my privilege by getting the charges amended! I wouldn't be here without Mr Ivory!!

anonymous
June 20, 2018

Very satisfied with the outcome of my hearing and the assistance I received from Mr. Ivory. Highly recommended. Would hire again.

Eric
June 11, 2018

I'm very satisfied with my case.Mr Ivory handled it great,and is very sharp on his work.Awesome, Highly recommended. THANK YOU.

Kamil
December 18, 2020

I thought my case was hopeless but Thomas did very professional job and now I don’t have the problem to worry about. Highly recommend!

Jeffrey
December 15, 2020

When I met Tom Ivory my license was suspended for 5 years with know end in site Mr Ivory had my license restored in 12 months and really went to bat for me We had to deal with 5 municipalities and each one was handled so professionally The day Mr Ivory told me to go to penndot because the day had come , I went there thinking know way until the woman gave me the letter that said congratulations your license has been restored I started crying I was driving legal for the first time in 7 years Thank you Mr ivory I owe it all to you

Brandon
January 16, 2020

Thomas exceeded my expectations. I had been charged with a DUI facing criminal charges and am happy to report I was founded not guilty thanks to all his help! He was always just one text or phone call away whenever I had any questions or concerns through the entire process. Thomas was extremely professional, confident in his work, and overall a pleasure to work with. I definitely recommend him to anyone facing any kind of DUI/DWI issue!

anonymous
February 23, 2022

Mr. Ivory was patient, extremely knowledgeable and professional, confident, compassionate, easy to understand and easy to collaborate with. He was prompt to reply to every question I had and always a a text away from start to finish. 100% recommend working with Mr. Ivory.

anonymous
September 13, 2021

I asked Tom to help reinstate my license after I tried doing it myself for almost 2 years with no luck. Within 2 months Tom successfully maneuvered through all the channels and was able to get me my license back. The case was very complicated but Tom streamlined it and is very efficient. He is responsive and thorough and gets the job done. I wish I had known about Tom 2 years ago… it would have saved me a lot of time and headaches.

Gene V.
September 13, 2021

Mr.Ivory I want to Thank you for everything you done for me. I thank you for the patience and for understanding me when I was struggling. I thank you for understanding the law and taking it to the extreme of making sure the job is done. I appreciate everything you done for me and really making it happen because I don’t know what I’ve would of done if I didn’t meet you. I Thank you truly and God Bless you for your help.

Khumoyun
August 23, 2021

I definately reccomend him, because he is very helpful and has very good communication skills, he easily will solve your problems.

Sal
April 20, 2021

Mr Ivory literally gave me hope when I had none. Prior to contacting him, I had several tickets lined up. Including driving while suspended 2x, 3x speeding tickets, 1 reckless driving charge. I had no hopes of getting my license anytime soon. Within the first month, he helped me get my license reinstated, and helped me maintain my privilege by getting the charges amended! I wouldn't be here without Mr Ivory!!

anonymous
June 20, 2018

Very satisfied with the outcome of my hearing and the assistance I received from Mr. Ivory. Highly recommended. Would hire again.

Eric
June 11, 2018

I'm very satisfied with my case.Mr Ivory handled it great,and is very sharp on his work.Awesome, Highly recommended. THANK YOU.

Kamil
December 18, 2020

I thought my case was hopeless but Thomas did very professional job and now I don’t have the problem to worry about. Highly recommend!

Jeffrey
December 15, 2020

When I met Tom Ivory my license was suspended for 5 years with know end in site Mr Ivory had my license restored in 12 months and really went to bat for me We had to deal with 5 municipalities and each one was handled so professionally The day Mr Ivory told me to go to penndot because the day had come , I went there thinking know way until the woman gave me the letter that said congratulations your license has been restored I started crying I was driving legal for the first time in 7 years Thank you Mr ivory I owe it all to you

Brandon
January 16, 2020

Thomas exceeded my expectations. I had been charged with a DUI facing criminal charges and am happy to report I was founded not guilty thanks to all his help! He was always just one text or phone call away whenever I had any questions or concerns through the entire process. Thomas was extremely professional, confident in his work, and overall a pleasure to work with. I definitely recommend him to anyone facing any kind of DUI/DWI issue!

anonymous
February 23, 2022

Mr. Ivory was patient, extremely knowledgeable and professional, confident, compassionate, easy to understand and easy to collaborate with. He was prompt to reply to every question I had and always a a text away from start to finish. 100% recommend working with Mr. Ivory.

anonymous
September 13, 2021

I asked Tom to help reinstate my license after I tried doing it myself for almost 2 years with no luck. Within 2 months Tom successfully maneuvered through all the channels and was able to get me my license back. The case was very complicated but Tom streamlined it and is very efficient. He is responsive and thorough and gets the job done. I wish I had known about Tom 2 years ago… it would have saved me a lot of time and headaches.

Gene V.
September 13, 2021

Mr.Ivory I want to Thank you for everything you done for me. I thank you for the patience and for understanding me when I was struggling. I thank you for understanding the law and taking it to the extreme of making sure the job is done. I appreciate everything you done for me and really making it happen because I don’t know what I’ve would of done if I didn’t meet you. I Thank you truly and God Bless you for your help.

Khumoyun
August 23, 2021

I definately reccomend him, because he is very helpful and has very good communication skills, he easily will solve your problems.

Sal
April 20, 2021

Mr Ivory literally gave me hope when I had none. Prior to contacting him, I had several tickets lined up. Including driving while suspended 2x, 3x speeding tickets, 1 reckless driving charge. I had no hopes of getting my license anytime soon. Within the first month, he helped me get my license reinstated, and helped me maintain my privilege by getting the charges amended! I wouldn't be here without Mr Ivory!!

anonymous
June 20, 2018

Very satisfied with the outcome of my hearing and the assistance I received from Mr. Ivory. Highly recommended. Would hire again.

Eric
June 11, 2018

I'm very satisfied with my case.Mr Ivory handled it great,and is very sharp on his work.Awesome, Highly recommended. THANK YOU.