Atty. Thomas P. Kawalec
Honors: Robert J. Connelly Award for Excellence in Trial Advocacy, 1998 Published Works Chapter 29 - "Fire Insurance and Property Insurance", in Insurance Law Practice, Second Edition, published by the New York State Bar Association, 2006 Classes/Seminars Taught "New Developments in Personal Injury Litigation - Healthcare Insurers' Right of Subrogation and Medicare Repayment Issues" for the Erie Institute of Law (Erie County Bar Association) - May 26, 2010 Professional Associations and Memberships Advocates Club Charles S.
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Thomas P. Kawalec is a Member based in Buffalo, New York, practicing at Chelus, Herdzik, Speyer & Monte, P.C.. They have 28+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1998. Their practice focuses on personal injury, criminal defense, family law, estate planning, and business. Admitted to practice in New York (1998), U.S. District Court, Western District of New York (1998), U.S. Bankruptcy Court, Western District of New York (2001), and U.S. Supreme Court (2006). Educated at State University of New York at Buffalo School of Law (J.D., 1998) and State University of New York at Buffalo (B.A. Political, 1995). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Erie County Bar Association New York State Bar Association Charles S and Desmond Inn of Court Claims and Litigation Management (CLM) SUNY Buffalo Law Alumni Association. Serands clients in Buffalo, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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Honors
Robert J. Connelly Award for Excellence in Trial Advocacy, 1998 Published Works Chapter 29 - "Fire Insurance and Property Insurance", in Insurance Law Practice, Second Edition, published by the New York State Bar Association, 2006 Classes/Seminars Taught "New Developments in Personal Injury Litigation - Healthcare Insurers' Right of Subrogation and Medicare Repayment Issues" for the Erie Institute of Law (Erie County Bar Association) - May 26, 2010 Professional Associations and Memberships Advocates Club Charles S. Desmond Inn of Court - Barrister (Director) Cheektowaga Chamber of Commerce Defense Trial Lawyers Association of Western New York (Treasurer) Erie County Bar Association Negligence Committee Employment Law Committee New York State Bar Association Trial Lawyers Committee Trial Evidence Committee
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Thomas P. Kawalec's Areas of Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Thomas P. Kawalec handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.
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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A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.
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Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.
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An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.
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Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
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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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