Atty. Thomas J. Cannavo

Atty. Thomas J. Cannavo

Thomas J. Cannavo is a lawyer practicing negligence defense, personal injury defense, personal injury and 48 other areas of law.

Buffalo Buffalo 32 yrs experience 32 year
Call (716) 650-7225 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About Thomas J. Cannavo at a glance

Thomas J. Cannavo is a car accidents, wrongful death, personal injury, estate planning, and real estate attorney based in Buffalo, New York. They have 32+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1994. Admitted to practice in New York (1994). Educated at State University of New York at Buffalo (J.D., 1993) and Canisius College (B.A., 1990). Recognitions include Peer Reviewed. Active member of Erie County, New York State and American Bar Associations New York State Trial Lawyers Association. Serands clients in Buffalo, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Thomas J. Cannavo is a lawyer practicing negligence defense, personal injury defense, personal injury and 48 other areas of law
  • Thomas received a B.A. degree from Canisius College in 1990, and has been licensed for 32 years
  • Thomas practices in Buffalo, NY

Practice Areas Explained

Thomas J. Cannavo's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Thomas J. Cannavo 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.

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Wrongful Death

Thomas J. Cannavo is one of 31,253 wrongful death attorneys indexed nationally. Browse wrongful death attorneys in New York →

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 J. Cannavo is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in New York →

Estate Planning & Probate

An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.

Thomas J. Cannavo is one of 226,536 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in New York →

Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

Thomas J. Cannavo is one of 316,149 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in New York →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in New York

Practicing law in New York. Legal matters in New York are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Buffalo are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate New York state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in New York 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 New York courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Thomas J. Cannavo

Where is Thomas J. Cannavo's law office located?
Thomas J. Cannavo's law practice is located in Buffalo, New York. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Thomas J. Cannavo handle?
Thomas J. Cannavo focuses on car accidents, wrongful death, personal injury, estate planning, real estate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New York.
How long has Thomas J. Cannavo practiced law?
Thomas J. Cannavo has 32+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1994.
Where did Thomas J. Cannavo go to law school?
Thomas J. Cannavo earned their education at (J.D., 1993); (B.A., 1990).
How can I contact Thomas J. Cannavo for a consultation?
You can contact Thomas J. Cannavo 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 J. Cannavo received?
Thomas J. Cannavo's notable recognition includes: Peer Reviewed.

Education

J.D.
State University of New York at Buffalo
- 1993
B.A.
Canisius College
- 1990

Awards

Peer Reviewed

Bar Admissions

New York
Admitted: 1994

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