Atty. Thomas Cassidy
Thomas Cassidy is a lawyer practicing workers compensation, personal injury, wrongful death and 3 other areas of law. Thomas received a B.A. degree from University of Florida in 1967, and has been licensed for 56 years.
Personal Injury & More Attorney · Serving Lakeland, FL · 56+ Years Experience
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About Thomas Cassidy at a Glance
Thomas Cassidy is a Member based in Lakeland, Florida, practicing at Smith, Cassidy, Platt, Harris & Radabaugh, P.A.. They have 56+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1970. Their practice focuses on wrongful death, personal injury, workers comp, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Florida (1970) and U.S. District Court, Middle District of Florida (1973). Educated at University of Florida (J.D., 1970) and University of Florida (B.A., 1967). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Tenth Judicial Circuit, Lakeland and American Bar Associations The Florida Bar Academy of Florida Trial Lawyers Polk County Trial Lawyers Association The Association of Trial Lawyers of America. Serves clients in Lakeland, FL and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Thomas Cassidy
- Thomas Cassidy is a lawyer practicing workers compensation, personal injury, wrongful death and 3 other areas of law
- Thomas received a B.A. degree from University of Florida in 1967, and has been licensed for 56 years
- Thomas practices at Smith, Cassidy, Platt, Harris & Radabaugh, P.A. in Lakeland, FL
Practice Areas Explained
Thomas Cassidy's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Thomas Cassidy handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Lakeland.
Wrongful Death in Lakeland
Thomas Cassidy is one of 30,932 wrongful death attorneys indexed nationally. Browse wrongful death attorneys in Florida →
Personal Injury in Lakeland
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 Cassidy is one of 262,557 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Florida →
Workers Compensation in Lakeland
Workers compensation lawyers help injured workers get medical care, lost wages, and disability benefits. Free consult, no fee unless you win.
Thomas Cassidy is one of 54,932 workers comp attorneys indexed nationally. Browse workers comp attorneys in Florida →
Civil Litigation in Lakeland
Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
Thomas Cassidy is one of 450,750 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Florida →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Lakeland
Practicing law in Florida. Legal matters in Florida are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Lakeland are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Florida state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Florida 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 Florida courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
Lakeland Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Lakeland-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 Lakeland Choose Thomas Cassidy
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 Cassidy's practice in the field of wrongful death, personal injury, workers comp, and litigation.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Thomas Cassidy brings 56+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in Florida and U.S. District Court, Middle District of Florida, Thomas Cassidy can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering wrongful death, personal injury, and workers comp, Thomas Cassidy can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Lakeland
A Lakeland-based practice means Thomas Cassidy 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 Thomas Cassidy Handles in Lakeland
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Thomas Cassidy has experience with under Florida 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 Thomas Cassidy directly to discuss the specifics of your situation.
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