Atty. Michael D. Tom
Michael D. Tom is a lawyer practicing construction law, products liability law, professional liability defense and 6 other areas of law.
Construction Law & More Attorney · Serving Honolulu, HI · 51+ Years Experience
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About Michael D. Tom at a Glance
Michael D. Tom is a Managing Member based in Honolulu, Hawaii, practicing at Tom Petrus & Miller, LLLC. They have 51+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1975. Their practice focuses on wrongful termination, wrongful death, personal injury, real estate, and construction. Admitted to practice in Hawaii (1975). Educated at Hastings College of Law, University of California (J.D., 1975) and Stanford University (M.S.C.E., 1968). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Hawaii State and American (Member, Forum on the Construction Industry) Bar Associations Litigation Counsel of America Global Law Experts. Serves clients in Honolulu, HI and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Michael D. Tom
- Michael D. Tom is a lawyer practicing construction law, products liability law, professional liability defense and 6 other areas of law
- Michael received a degree from Stanford University in 1968, and has been licensed for 51 years
- Michael practices at Tom Petrus & Miller, LLLC in Honolulu, HI
Practice Areas Explained
Michael D. Tom's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Michael D. Tom handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Honolulu.
Wrongful Termination in Honolulu
Michael D. Tom is one of 6,861 wrongful termination attorneys indexed nationally. Browse wrongful termination attorneys in Hawaii →
Wrongful Death in Honolulu
Michael D. Tom is one of 30,932 wrongful death attorneys indexed nationally. Browse wrongful death attorneys in Hawaii →
Personal Injury in Honolulu
Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.
Michael D. Tom is one of 262,557 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Hawaii →
Real Estate Law in Honolulu
Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.
Michael D. Tom is one of 313,729 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in Hawaii →
Construction Law in Honolulu
Michael D. Tom is one of 40,302 construction attorneys indexed nationally. Browse construction attorneys in Hawaii →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Honolulu
Practicing law in Hawaii. Legal matters in Hawaii are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Honolulu are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Hawaii state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Hawaii brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this venue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Hawaii courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
Honolulu Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Honolulu-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Honolulu Choose Michael D. Tom
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Michael D. Tom's practice in the field of wrongful termination, wrongful death, personal injury, real estate, and construction.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Michael D. Tom brings 51+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering wrongful termination, wrongful death, and personal injury, Michael D. Tom can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Honolulu
A Honolulu-based practice means Michael D. Tom attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
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Common Legal Issues Michael D. Tom Handles in Honolulu
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Michael D. Tom has experience with under Hawaii law. If your situation involves one of these case categories, this attorney may be well positioned to help you understand your options.
This list is illustrative, not exhaustive. Contact Michael D. Tom directly to discuss the specifics of your situation.
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