Atty. Thomas J Riley

Atty. Thomas J Riley

Mr. Thomas J Riley is a lawyer practicing commercial litigation, workers compensation, administrative hearings and appeals and 6 other areas of law.

New London New London 49 Years Experience 49 year
Call (860) 389-9153

Profile Summary

About Thomas J Riley at a glance

Thomas J Riley is a Partner based in New London, Connecticut, practicing at Tobin, Carberry, O'Malley, Riley & Selinger, P.C.. They have 49+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1977. Their practice focuses on employment, business, workers comp, creditor rights, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Connecticut (1977), U.S. District Court, District of Connecticut (1979), U.S. District Court for the District of Columbia (1980), and District of Columbia (1980). Educated at University of Connecticut (J.D., 1977) and College of the Holy Cross (B.A., 1974). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of New London County Bar Association Connecticut Bar Association American Bar Association Connecticut Trial Lawyers Association American Association for Justice National Employment Lawyers Association Connecticut Employment Lawyers Association. Serves clients in New London, CT and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Mr. Thomas J Riley is a lawyer practicing commercial litigation, workers compensation, administrative hearings and appeals and 6 other areas of law
  • Thomas received a B.A. degree from College of the Holy Cross in 1974, and has been licensed for 49 years
  • Thomas practices at Tobin, Carberry, O'Malley, Riley & Selinger, P.C. in New London, CT

Practice Areas Explained

Thomas J Riley's Areas of Practice

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

Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

Thomas J Riley is one of 151,622 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in Connecticut →

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

Thomas J Riley is one of 452,854 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Connecticut →

Workers Compensation

Workers compensation lawyers help injured workers get medical care, lost wages, and disability benefits. Free consult, no fee unless you win.

Thomas J Riley is one of 49,806 workers comp attorneys indexed nationally. Browse workers comp attorneys in Connecticut →

Creditor Rights & Collections

Thomas J Riley is one of 39,028 creditor rights attorneys indexed nationally. Browse creditor rights attorneys in Connecticut →

Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Connecticut

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Thomas J Riley

Where is Thomas J Riley's law office located?
Thomas J Riley's law practice is located in New London, Connecticut. The firm is Tobin, Carberry, O'Malley, Riley & Selinger, P.C.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Thomas J Riley handle?
Thomas J Riley focuses on employment, business, workers comp, creditor rights, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Connecticut.
How long has Thomas J Riley practiced law?
Thomas J Riley has 49+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1977.
Where did Thomas J Riley go to law school?
Thomas J Riley earned their education at (J.D., 1977); (B.A., 1974).
How can I contact Thomas J Riley for a consultation?
You can contact Thomas J Riley 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 Riley received?
Thomas J Riley's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Connecticut
- 1977
B.A.
College of the Holy Cross
- 1974

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Connecticut
Admitted: 1977
U.S. District Court, District of Connecticut
Admitted: 1979
U.S. District Court for the District of Columbia
Admitted: 1980
District of Columbia
Admitted: 1980
U.S. Court of Federal Claims, U.S. Court of Appeals, Second Circuit and U.S. Court of Appeals for th
Admitted: 1982
U.S. District Court, Southern District of New York
Admitted: 1988
U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 1998

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