Atty. Thomas A. Cifarelli

Atty. Thomas A. Cifarelli

Thomas A. Cifarelli is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Medical Malpractice Law - Plaintiffs and Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs.

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Profile Summary

About Thomas A. Cifarelli at a glance

Thomas A. Cifarelli is a medical malpractice and personal injury attorney based in Irvine, California, practicing at The Cifarelli Law Firm. Admitted to practice in California, California State Bar. Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Medical Malpractice Law - Plaintiffs (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice: (2026). Serands clients in Irvine, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

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  • Thomas A. Cifarelli is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Medical Malpractice Law - Plaintiffs and Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs
  • Thomas A., who practices law in Irvine, California, has been recognized since 2011
  • This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Thomas A. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area

Practice Areas Explained

Thomas A. Cifarelli's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Thomas A. Cifarelli handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Medical Malpractice

Medical malpractice lawyers represent patients harmed by negligent doctors, hospitals, and other providers. Free case review, no fee unless you win.

Thomas A. Cifarelli is one of 49,086 medical malpractice attorneys indexed nationally. Browse medical malpractice attorneys in California →

Personal Injury

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.

Thomas A. Cifarelli is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in California →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in California

Practicing law in California. Legal matters in California are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Irvine are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate California state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in California brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in California courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Thomas A. Cifarelli

Where is Thomas A. Cifarelli's law office located?
Thomas A. Cifarelli's law practice is located in Irvine, California. The firm is The Cifarelli Law Firm. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Thomas A. Cifarelli handle?
Thomas A. Cifarelli focuses on medical malpractice, personal injury. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How can I contact Thomas A. Cifarelli for a consultation?
You can contact Thomas A. Cifarelli directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has Thomas A. Cifarelli received?
Thomas A. Cifarelli's notable recognition includes: Best Lawyers in America — Medical Malpractice Law - Plaintiffs; Best Lawyers in America — Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs; Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:; Best Lawyers in America — Civil Rights Law; Best Lawyers in America — Medical Malpractice Law.

Awards

Best Lawyers in America — Medical Malpractice Law - Plaintiffs
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Civil Rights Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Medical Malpractice Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Personal Injury Litigation
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Special Focus:
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Sex Abuse
- 2026
Lawyer of the Year — Medical Malpractice Law - Plaintiffs (Orange County)
- 2023
Lawyer of the Year — Medical Malpractice Law - Plaintiffs (Orange County)
- 2017
Lawyer of the Year — Medical Malpractice Law - Plaintiffs (Orange County)
- 2015

Bar Admissions

California, California State Bar

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