Atty. Thomas J. Bond
Tom Bond focuses his practice on insurance and regulatory law both in Texas and on a national basis. His clients include insurance holding companies, life, health and property liability companies, trade associations, reinsurers, health maintenance organizations, corporate insurance agencies, commercial insureds, and the insurance regulators of other states.
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Thomas J. Bond is a Shareholder; Co-Chair, Government Law & Policy Practice; Co-Chair, Insurance Regulatory & Transactio based in Austin, Texas, practicing at Greenberg Traurig, LLP. They have 44+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1982. Their practice focuses on business, government, insurance, and internet. Admitted to practice in Texas (1982) and Colorado (1984). Educated at The University of Texas School of Law (J.D., 1982) and Baylor University (B.A. English, 1969). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Professional & Community Involvement •Founding Board Member, The Federation of Regulatory Counsel •Member, American Bar Association •Member, State Bar of Colorado •Member, State Bar of Texas. Serands clients in Austin, TX and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- Tom Bond focuses his practice on insurance and regulatory law both in Texas and on a national basis
- His clients include insurance holding companies, life, health and property liability companies, trade associations, reinsurers, health maintenance organizations, corporate insurance agencies, commercial insureds, and the insurance regulators of other states
- Tom has managed a number of insurance industry strategic initiatives at the Texas legislature in the areas of workers compensation, health insurance and managed care, credit and specialty lines coverages, broking and regulated transactions, and insurance regulation and taxation
- Tom has been involved in the rehabilitation and liquidation of troubled companies, both hostile and negotiated acquisitions and mergers, numerous regulatory approval projects, investment decisions, and the design and approval of new coverages
- He represents clients in connection with regulatory approvals and acquisitions in a number of states
- Tom acted as outside counsel to the National Association of Insurance Commissioners in its establishment of the Interstate Insurance Product Regulation Commission, the interstate compact for life and annuity contract filings and approval
- Tom is a frequent speaker on public policy topics related to insurance, health care, and legislative policymaking and is a strategic advisor to both publicly and privately held insurance enterprises
- Tom also represents diverse clients before the Texas legislature and numerous executive branch agencies
- Concentrations •Insurance •Policy and regulation •Legislature •Catastrophe Planning & Response Recognition & Leadership Awards & Accolades •Listed, The Best Lawyers in America, Government Relations Practice
- Insurance Law
- Administrative / Regulatory Law, 2007-2015 and 2017-2026 •'Lawyer of the Year,' Administrative / Regulatory Law, Austin, 2019 •'Lawyer of the Year,' Government Law and Policy, Austin, 2014 •'Lawyer of the Year,' Insurance, Austin, 2011 •Listed, Chambers USA Guide, 2008-2025 •Listed, Super Lawyers magazine, Texas Super Lawyers, 2016-2019 •Team Member, Best Lawyers in America, 'Top Listed - Government Relations,' 2018 •Team Member, BTI Power Rankings, “The 16 Strongest Firms for ‘Go-To Outside Counsel’ Insurance Work,” 2016 •Listed, The Legal 500 United States, Healthcare - Health Insurers, 2014-2015 •Team Member, a U.S
- News - Best Lawyers 'Government Relations Law Firm of the Year,' 2014 •Ranked, Tier 1 - Government Relations, Austin Metropolitan Area •Listed, Texas' Best Lawyers, 2009-2010 •Rated, AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5.0
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Why local counsel matters in Texas
Practicing law in Texas. Legal matters in Texas are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Austin are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Texas state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Texas 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 Texas courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
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