Atty. Thomas J. Speyer

Atty. Thomas J. Speyer

Published Works "Federal Preemption of Vehicle and Traffic Law §388 . . .And the Questions Remaining", Erie County Bar Journal, November 2005 Classes/Seminars TaughtAdjunct Professor at the University of Buffalo School of Law and Jurisprudence, Trial Technique Program Professional Information Frequent arbitrator/mediator of personal injury and commercial litigation Professional Associations and Memberships Claims and Litigation Management Alliance (formerly Council on Litigation Management) Defense Research Institute Erie County Bar Association New York State Bar Association Trial Lawyers Sect

Buffalo Buffalo 40 yrs experience 40 year
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Profile Summary

About Thomas J. Speyer at a glance

Thomas J. Speyer is an Of Counsel based in Buffalo, New York, practicing at Chelus, Herdzik, Speyer & Monte, P.C.. They have 40+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1986. Their practice focuses on personal injury, workers comp, slip & fall, product liability, and adr. Admitted to practice in New York (1986), U.S. Bankruptcy Court, Western District of New York (1987), and U.S. District Court, Western District of New York (1991). Educated at Detroit College of Law (J.D., 1985) and State University of New York at Buffalo (B.A. Political, 1982). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Buffalo, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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Published Works "Federal Preemption of Vehicle and Traffic Law §388 . . .And the Questions Remaining", Erie County Bar Journal, November 2005 Classes/Seminars TaughtAdjunct Professor at the University of Buffalo School of Law and Jurisprudence, Trial Technique Program Professional Information Frequent arbitrator/mediator of personal injury and commercial litigation Professional Associations and Memberships Claims and Litigation Management Alliance (formerly Council on Litigation Management) Defense Research Institute Erie County Bar Association New York State Bar Association Trial Lawyers Section Western New York Trial Lawyers Association

Practice Areas Explained

Thomas J. Speyer's Areas of Practice

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

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.

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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. Speyer is one of 55,389 workers comp attorneys indexed nationally. Browse workers comp attorneys in New York →

Slip & Fall / Premises Liability

Thomas J. Speyer is one of 29,473 slip & fall attorneys indexed nationally. Browse slip & fall attorneys in New York →

Product Liability

Thomas J. Speyer is one of 66,193 product liability attorneys indexed nationally. Browse product liability attorneys in New York →

Mediation & Arbitration

Mediators and arbitrators for civil, commercial, family, and employment dispute resolution.

Thomas J. Speyer is one of 73,906 adr attorneys indexed nationally. Browse adr 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. Speyer

Where is Thomas J. Speyer's law office located?
Thomas J. Speyer's law practice is located in Buffalo, New York. The firm is Chelus, Herdzik, Speyer & Monte, P.C.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Thomas J. Speyer handle?
Thomas J. Speyer focuses on personal injury, workers comp, slip & fall, product liability, adr. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New York.
How long has Thomas J. Speyer practiced law?
Thomas J. Speyer has 40+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1986.
Where did Thomas J. Speyer go to law school?
Thomas J. Speyer earned their education at (J.D., 1985); (B.A. Political, 1982).
How can I contact Thomas J. Speyer for a consultation?
You can contact Thomas J. Speyer 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. Speyer received?
Thomas J. Speyer's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Detroit College of Law
- 1985
B.A. Political
State University of New York at Buffalo
- 1982

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

New York
Admitted: 1986
U.S. Bankruptcy Court, Western District of New York
Admitted: 1987
U.S. District Court, Western District of New York
Admitted: 1991

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