Atty. Thomas Patrick Ford, Jr.

Atty. Thomas Patrick Ford, Jr.

Mr. Thomas Patrick Ford, Jr. is a lawyer practicing criminal defense, car accidents, nursing home abuse and neglect and 5 other areas of law.

Aventura Aventura 58 yrs experience 58 year
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Profile Summary

About Thomas Patrick Ford, Jr. at a glance

Thomas Patrick Ford, Jr. is a Member based in Aventura, Florida, practicing at Ford & Dean, P.A.. They have 58+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1968. Their practice focuses on car accidents, medical malpractice, wrongful death, personal injury, and criminal defense. Admitted to practice in New York (1968), Florida (1971), U.S. District Court, Southern District of Florida (1972), and U.S. Supreme Court (1973). Educated at Columbia University (LL.B., 1968) and University of Notre Dame (B.A., 1965). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Coral Gables (Member, Board of Directors), Dade County (Member, Board of Directors) and American Bar Associations The Florida Bar Academy of Florida Trial Lawyers (Diplomat) The Association of Trial Lawyers of America. Serands clients in Aventura, FL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Mr. Thomas Patrick Ford, Jr. is a lawyer practicing criminal defense, car accidents, nursing home abuse and neglect and 5 other areas of law
  • Thomas received a B.A. degree from University of Notre Dame in 1965, and has been licensed for 58 years
  • Thomas practices at Ford & Dean, P.A. in Aventura, FL

Practice Areas Explained

Thomas Patrick Ford, Jr.'s Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Thomas Patrick Ford, Jr. 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.

Thomas Patrick Ford, Jr. is one of 36,807 car accidents attorneys indexed nationally. Browse car accidents attorneys in Florida →

Medical Malpractice

Medical malpractice lawyers represent patients harmed by negligent doctors, hospitals, and other providers. Free case review, no fee unless you win.

Thomas Patrick Ford, Jr. is one of 49,086 medical malpractice attorneys indexed nationally. Browse medical malpractice attorneys in Florida →

Wrongful Death

Thomas Patrick Ford, Jr. is one of 31,253 wrongful death attorneys indexed nationally. Browse wrongful death attorneys in Florida →

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 Patrick Ford, Jr. is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Florida →

Criminal Defense

A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.

Thomas Patrick Ford, Jr. is one of 214,271 criminal defense attorneys indexed nationally. Browse criminal defense attorneys in Florida →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Florida

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Thomas Patrick Ford, Jr.

Where is Thomas Patrick Ford, Jr.'s law office located?
Thomas Patrick Ford, Jr.'s law practice is located in Aventura, Florida. The firm is Ford & Dean, P.A.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Thomas Patrick Ford, Jr. handle?
Thomas Patrick Ford, Jr. focuses on car accidents, medical malpractice, wrongful death, personal injury, criminal defense. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Florida.
How long has Thomas Patrick Ford, Jr. practiced law?
Thomas Patrick Ford, Jr. has 58+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1968.
Where did Thomas Patrick Ford, Jr. go to law school?
Thomas Patrick Ford, Jr. earned their education at (LL.B., 1968); (B.A., 1965).
How can I contact Thomas Patrick Ford, Jr. for a consultation?
You can contact Thomas Patrick Ford, Jr. 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 Patrick Ford, Jr. received?
Thomas Patrick Ford, Jr.'s notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

LL.B.
Columbia University
- 1968
B.A.
University of Notre Dame
- 1965

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

New York
Admitted: 1968
Florida
Admitted: 1971
U.S. District Court, Southern District of Florida
Admitted: 1972
U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 1973

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