Thomas J. "Tom" Conlin, Personal Injury Attorney in Minneapolis, Minnesota
focused on Personal Injury and Product Liability
Minneapolis, MN
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Thomas J. "Tom" Conlin is an attorney based in Minneapolis, MINNESOTA. The practice focuses on Personal Injury and Product Liability. Currently practicing at Ciresi Conlin LLP.
- Based in
- Minneapolis, MINNESOTA
- Experience
- attorney
- Known for
- Personal Injury · Product Liability
- Handles Personal Injury and Product Liability matters from Minneapolis, MINNESOTA.
- Recognized with Lawyer of the Year — Product Liability Litigation - Plaintiffs (Minneapolis) (2022).
About Thomas J. "Tom" Conlin: Thomas J. "Tom" Conlin is an attorney based in Minneapolis, MINNESOTA. The practice focuses on Personal Injury and Product Liability. Currently practicing at Ciresi Conlin LLP.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Thomas takes on
Thomas concentrates on personal injury and product liability. Each area below outlines the kind of case Thomas handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Personal Injury
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Product Liability
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Personal Injury cases in Minneapolis, Minnesota
Thomas takes personal injury matters in Minneapolis, Minnesota. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Thomas agrees to represent you.
Product Liability cases in Minneapolis, Minnesota
Thomas takes product liability matters in Minneapolis, Minnesota. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Thomas agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet Thomas J. "Tom" Conlin — personal injury lawyer in Minneapolis
Thomas J. "Tom" Conlin is an attorney based in Minneapolis, MINNESOTA. The practice focuses on Personal Injury and Product Liability. Currently practicing at Ciresi Conlin LLP.
Thomas J. Conlin is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs and Product Liability Litigation - Plaintiffs.
Thomas J., who practices law in Minneapolis, Minnesota, has been recognized since 2014. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Thomas J. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.
Thomas's approach to personal injury cases
Thomas J. Conlin is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs and Product Liability Litigation - Plaintiffs. Thomas J., who practices law in Minneapolis, Minnesota, has been recognized since 2014. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Thomas J. is held by other top…
The kind of cases Thomas takes
Thomas reviews new inquiries case-by-case for personal injury and product liability matters in Minneapolis and the surrounding Minnesota area.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
University of Minnesota
J.D. · 1982
Thomas studied at J.D. in University of Minnesota.
Law school and academic background
Thomas completed J.D. in University of Minnesota. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Thomas runs in Minnesota is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Recognition and thought leadership
Thomas has received 3 formal recognitions from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
Lawyer of the Year — Product Liability Litigation - Plaintiffs (Minneapolis)
2022
Best Lawyers in America — Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Product Liability Litigation - Plaintiffs
2026
Legal awards and honors
Lawyer of the Year — Product Liability Litigation - Plaintiffs (Minneapolis) (2022). Best Lawyers in America — Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Product Liability Litigation - Plaintiffs (2026).
Locations
Thomas J. "Tom" Conlin's office in Minneapolis
Thomas's primary office is at 225 South Sixth Street, Suite 4000, Minneapolis, Minnesota, 55402. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Ciresi Conlin LLP
225 South Sixth Street, Suite 4000
Minneapolis, Minnesota 55402
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How to hire Thomas J. "Tom" Conlin — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new personal injury attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Thomas usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Thomas charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Thomas'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; Thomas will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a personal injury attorney in Minneapolis, Minnesota
A short list to run through before you commit: How many personal injury 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 Thomas
Thomas discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in personal injury practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every personal injury 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. Thomas confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Thomas's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many personal injury practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Thomas J. "Tom" Conlin
How much does it cost to hire Thomas for a personal injury case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Thomas walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Thomas offer a free consultation?
Thomas charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Thomas's office. Some personal injury attorneys offer free consults — check Thomas's current terms during booking.
How long do personal injury cases in Minnesota typically take?
Simple personal injury 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. Thomas gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Thomas take my case if I'm outside Minneapolis?
Thomas is licensed in Minnesota. Matters governed by Minnesota law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Thomas 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 Thomas?
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. Thomas will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Thomas accepting new personal injury clients right now?
Thomas's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
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