Kenneth Lawrence Thomson, General Attorney in Freehold, New Jersey
Over 31 years of legal practice · focused on General, Personal Injury, and Workers Comp · 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review
PartneratManning, Caliendo & Thomson
Freehold, NJ
Practicing general in Freehold since 1995.
- 31+
- Years practicing
- 5.0 ★
- 1 client review
- 2
- Bar admissions
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Kenneth Lawrence Thomson is a partner based in Freehold, NJ. The practice focuses on General, Personal Injury, and Workers Comp. Kenneth has over 31 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Manning, Caliendo & Thomson. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
- Based in
- Freehold, NJ
- Experience
- over 31 years
- Known for
- General · Personal Injury · Workers Comp
- Handles General, Personal Injury, and Workers Comp matters from Freehold, NJ.
- Over 31 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with BV Distinguished.
About Kenneth Lawrence Thomson: Kenneth Lawrence Thomson is a partner based in Freehold, NJ. The practice focuses on General, Personal Injury, and Workers Comp. Kenneth has over 31 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Manning, Caliendo & Thomson. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Kenneth takes on
Kenneth concentrates on general, personal injury, and workers comp. Each area below outlines the kind of case Kenneth handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
General
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Personal Injury
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Workers Comp
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General cases in Freehold, New Jersey
Kenneth takes general matters in Freehold, New Jersey. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Kenneth agrees to represent you.
Personal Injury cases in Freehold, New Jersey
Kenneth takes personal injury matters in Freehold, New Jersey. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Kenneth agrees to represent you.
Workers Comp cases in Freehold, New Jersey
Kenneth takes workers comp matters in Freehold, New Jersey. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Kenneth agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet Kenneth Lawrence Thomson — general lawyer in Freehold
Kenneth Lawrence Thomson is a partner based in Freehold, NJ. The practice focuses on General, Personal Injury, and Workers Comp. Kenneth has over 31 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Manning, Caliendo & Thomson. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Kenneth Lawrence Thomson is a lawyer practicing workers compensation, plaintiffs, personal injury. Kenneth received a B.A. degree from University of Delaware in 1992, and has been licensed for 31 years. Kenneth practices at Manning, Caliendo & Thomson in Freehold, NJ.
Kenneth's approach to general cases
Kenneth Lawrence Thomson is a lawyer practicing workers compensation, plaintiffs, personal injury. Kenneth received a B.A. degree from University of Delaware in 1992, and has been licensed for 31 years. Kenneth practices at Manning, Caliendo & Thomson in Freehold, NJ.
The kind of cases Kenneth takes
Kenneth reviews new inquiries case-by-case for general, personal injury, and workers comp matters in Freehold and the surrounding New Jersey area.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
Widener University School of Law
J.D. · 1995
University of Delaware
B.A. Criminal · 1992
Jurisdictions
Kenneth's state bar admissions
U.S. District Court,
1996 · ACTIVE
New Jersey
1995 · ACTIVE
Kenneth studied at J.D. in Widener University School of Law and B.A. Criminal in University of Delaware.
Law school and academic background
Kenneth completed J.D. in Widener University School of Law and B.A. Criminal in University of Delaware. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Kenneth runs in New Jersey is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Recognition and thought leadership
Kenneth has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
BV Distinguished
Legal awards and honors
BV Distinguished.
Affiliations
Kenneth's professional memberships and bar associations
The New Jersey Workers Compensation American Inn of Court
membership
Locations
Kenneth Lawrence Thomson's office in Freehold
Kenneth's primary office is at 8 Broad St., Freehold, NJ, 07728. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Client feedback
Client reviews of Kenneth Lawrence Thomson — 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review
Every review below is from a verified client of Kenneth. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing general attorneys in Freehold.
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How to hire Kenneth Lawrence Thomson — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new general attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Kenneth usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Kenneth charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Kenneth's office.
What to bring to your first meeting
Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; Kenneth will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a general attorney in Freehold, New Jersey
A short list to run through before you commit: How many general matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?
Fees & payment
Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for Kenneth
Kenneth discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in general practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every general matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. Kenneth confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Kenneth's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many general practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Kenneth Lawrence Thomson
How much does it cost to hire Kenneth for a general case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Kenneth walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Kenneth offer a free consultation?
Kenneth charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Kenneth's office. Some general attorneys offer free consults — check Kenneth's current terms during booking.
How long do general cases in New Jersey typically take?
Simple general matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Kenneth gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Kenneth take my case if I'm outside Freehold?
Kenneth is licensed in New Jersey. Matters governed by New Jersey law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Kenneth will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.
What should I bring to my first meeting with Kenneth?
Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Kenneth will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Kenneth accepting new general clients right now?
Kenneth's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
General attorneys serving Freehold, Trenton and Newark in New Jersey
Kenneth handles general matters throughout New Jersey. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified general attorneys in that community.
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