Atty. Thomas Breen
Thomas Breen is a trial lawyer and shareholder at Schroeter Goldmark & Bender, litigating complex, serious injury cases against formidable opponents. Tom helps families devastated by catastrophic injuries, and he represents executives in wage and earn-out matters.
Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs & More Attorney · Serving Seattle, WA
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About Thomas Breen at a Glance
Thomas Breen is a personal injury and product liability attorney based in Seattle, Washington, practicing at Schroeter Goldmark & Bender. Admitted to practice in Washington, Washington State Bar Association. Educated at The University of Texas (J.D., 2003). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Product Liability Litigation - Plaintiffs (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — Awards: (2026). Serves clients in Seattle, WA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Thomas Breen
- Thomas Breen is a trial lawyer and shareholder at Schroeter Goldmark & Bender, litigating complex, serious injury cases against formidable opponents
- Tom helps families devastated by catastrophic injuries, and he represents executives in wage and earn-out matters
- His work includes 7- and 8-figure recoveries in automobile crashworthiness, consumer and recreational products, roadway design, aviation crashes, legal malpractice, sexual assault, and others – including an 8-figure jury verdict in a wrongful death product liability case
- Recently, he litigated a dangerous recreational product across the globe on behalf of a paralyzed client, resulting in a complete recall by the French manufacturer
- He has been recognized as a Best Lawyer since 2021, including “Lawyer of the Year” for Products Liability
Practice Areas Explained
Thomas Breen's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Thomas Breen handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Seattle.
Personal Injury in Seattle
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.
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Product Liability in Seattle
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Seattle
Practicing law in Washington. Legal matters in Washington are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Seattle are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Washington state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Washington 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 Washington courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
Seattle Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Seattle-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 Seattle Choose Thomas Breen
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 Thomas Breen's practice in the field of personal injury and product liability.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering personal injury and product liability, Thomas Breen can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Seattle
A Seattle-based practice means Thomas Breen attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues Thomas Breen Handles in Seattle
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