Atty. Tom Petersen
Tom Petersen is a lawyer practicing elder & nursing home abuse, personal injury, personal injury claims and 3 other areas of law. Tom received a B.A. degree from University of California at Berkeley in 1976, and has been licensed for 44 years.
Elder Nursing Home Abuse & More Attorney · Serving Medford, OR · 44+ Years Experience
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About Tom Petersen at a Glance
Tom Petersen is a Member based in Medford, Oregon, practicing at Black, Chapman, Petersen & Stevens. They have 44+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1982. Their practice focuses on personal injury, workers comp, ssd, and nursing home. Admitted to practice in California (1982), U.S. District Court, Eastern District of California (1982), U.S. District Court, Northern District of California (1983), and Oregon (1997). Educated at Southwestern University (J.D., 1981) and University of California at Berkeley (B.A., 1976). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Serves clients in Medford, OR and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Tom Petersen
- Tom Petersen is a lawyer practicing elder & nursing home abuse, personal injury, personal injury claims and 3 other areas of law
- Tom received a B.A. degree from University of California at Berkeley in 1976, and has been licensed for 44 years
- Tom practices at Black, Chapman, Petersen & Stevens in Medford, OR
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Tom Petersen's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Tom Petersen handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Medford.
Personal Injury in Medford
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.
Tom Petersen is one of 262,557 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Oregon →
Workers Compensation in Medford
Workers compensation lawyers help injured workers get medical care, lost wages, and disability benefits. Free consult, no fee unless you win.
Tom Petersen is one of 54,932 workers comp attorneys indexed nationally. Browse workers comp attorneys in Oregon →
Social Security Disability in Medford
SSDI and SSI attorneys for disability claims, denied benefits, and Social Security appeals.
Tom Petersen is one of 26,311 ssd attorneys indexed nationally. Browse ssd attorneys in Oregon →
Nursing Home Abuse & Neglect in Medford
Tom Petersen is one of 5,947 nursing home attorneys indexed nationally. Browse nursing home attorneys in Oregon →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Medford
Practicing law in Oregon. Legal matters in Oregon are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Medford are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Oregon state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Oregon 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 Oregon courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
Medford Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Medford-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Medford Choose Tom Petersen
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Tom Petersen's practice in the field of personal injury, workers comp, ssd, and nursing home.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Tom Petersen brings 44+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in California, U.S. District Court, Eastern District of California, and U.S. District Court, Northern District of California, Tom Petersen can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering personal injury, workers comp, and ssd, Tom Petersen can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Medford
A Medford-based practice means Tom Petersen attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues Tom Petersen Handles in Medford
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Tom Petersen has experience with under Oregon law. If your situation involves one of these case categories, this attorney may be well positioned to help you understand your options.
This list is illustrative, not exhaustive. Contact Tom Petersen directly to discuss the specifics of your situation.
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