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Atty. Thomas David Penfield

Atty. Thomas David Penfield

Thomas David Penfield is a lawyer practicing personal injury, accidents, animal attacks and 37 other areas of law. Thomas received a B.A. degree from United States International University in 1971, and has been licensed for 52 years.

San Diego San Diego 52 yrs experience 52 year
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Profile Summary

About Thomas David Penfield at a glance

Thomas David Penfield is a Partner based in San Diego, California, practicing at Casey Gerry Schenk Francavilla Blatt & Penfield, LLP. They have 52+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1974. Their practice focuses on car accidents, truck accidents, wrongful death, personal injury, and motorcycle. Admitted to practice in California (1974), U.S. District Court, Southern District of California (1974), U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit (1982), and U.S. Supreme Court (1983). Educated at California Western School of Law (J.D., 1974) and United States International University (B.A., 1971). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of San Diego County Bar Association, Board of Directors. Serands clients in San Diego, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Thomas David Penfield is a lawyer practicing personal injury, accidents, animal attacks and 37 other areas of law
  • Thomas received a B.A. degree from United States International University in 1971, and has been licensed for 52 years
  • Thomas practices at Casey Gerry Schenk Francavilla Blatt & Penfield, LLP in San Diego, CA

Practice Areas Explained

Thomas David Penfield's Areas of Practice

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

Car Accidents

Hurt in a car crash? Car accident lawyers fight insurance companies for fair compensation — free consult, no fee unless you win.

Thomas David Penfield is one of 36,807 car accidents attorneys indexed nationally. Browse car accidents attorneys in California →

Truck Accidents

Thomas David Penfield is one of 4,975 truck accidents attorneys indexed nationally. Browse truck accidents attorneys in California →

Wrongful Death

Thomas David Penfield is one of 31,253 wrongful death attorneys indexed nationally. Browse wrongful death 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 David Penfield is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in California →

Motorcycle Accidents

Thomas David Penfield is one of 11,237 motorcycle attorneys indexed nationally. Browse motorcycle 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 San Diego 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 David Penfield

Where is Thomas David Penfield's law office located?
Thomas David Penfield's law practice is located in San Diego, California. The firm is Casey Gerry Schenk Francavilla Blatt & Penfield, LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Thomas David Penfield handle?
Thomas David Penfield focuses on car accidents, truck accidents, wrongful death, personal injury, motorcycle. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Thomas David Penfield practiced law?
Thomas David Penfield has 52+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1974.
Where did Thomas David Penfield go to law school?
Thomas David Penfield earned their education at (J.D., 1974); (B.A., 1971).
How can I contact Thomas David Penfield for a consultation?
You can contact Thomas David Penfield 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 David Penfield received?
Thomas David Penfield's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
California Western School of Law
- 1974
B.A.
United States International University
- 1971

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1974
U.S. District Court, Southern District of California
Admitted: 1974
U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit
Admitted: 1982
U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 1983
Nebraska
Admitted: 1990
U.S. Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit
Admitted: 1997
Hawaii
Admitted: 2010

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