Atty. Thomas R. Kelleher

Atty. Thomas R. Kelleher

Phi Alpha Delta. Recipient, Mildred Winters Scholarship.

San Diego San Diego 31 yrs experience 31 year
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Profile Summary

About Thomas R. Kelleher at a glance

Thomas R. Kelleher is a Partner based in San Diego, California, practicing at Walsh Lea Furcolo Llp. They have 31+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1995. Their practice focuses on personal injury, employment, construction, and litigation. Admitted to practice in California (1995), U.S. District Court, Southern District of California (1995), and U.S. District Court, Central District of California (1996). Educated at California Western School of Law (J.D., 1995) and San Jose State University (B.A. U.S., 1987). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of State Bar of California San Diego County Bar Association San Diego Defense Lawyers. Serands clients in San Diego, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Phi Alpha Delta
  • Recipient, Mildred Winters Scholarship
  • Member, Board of Directors, Parental Stress Hotline, 1985-1986

Co-Author

  • "Punitive Damages Re-Examined," The Insurance Journal, September 30, 1996
  • Advocate, Voices for Children

Practice Areas Explained

Thomas R. Kelleher's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Thomas R. Kelleher 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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Employment Law

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

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Construction Law

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Civil Litigation

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in California

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Thomas R. Kelleher

Where is Thomas R. Kelleher's law office located?
Thomas R. Kelleher's law practice is located in San Diego, California. The firm is Walsh Lea Furcolo Llp. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Thomas R. Kelleher handle?
Thomas R. Kelleher focuses on personal injury, employment, construction, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Thomas R. Kelleher practiced law?
Thomas R. Kelleher has 31+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1995.
Where did Thomas R. Kelleher go to law school?
Thomas R. Kelleher earned their education at (J.D., 1995); (B.A. U.S., 1987).
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What awards or recognition has Thomas R. Kelleher received?
Thomas R. Kelleher's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
California Western School of Law
- 1995
B.A. U.S.
San Jose State University
- 1987

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1995
U.S. District Court, Southern District of California
Admitted: 1995
U.S. District Court, Central District of California
Admitted: 1996

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