Thomas J. "Tom" Connick, Business Attorney in Cleveland, Ohio
focused on Business, Construction, and Insurance
Cleveland, OH
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Thomas J. "Tom" Connick is an attorney based in Cleveland, OHIO. The practice focuses on Business, Construction, and Insurance.
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- Cleveland, OHIO
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- Business · Construction · Insurance
- Handles Business, Construction, and Insurance matters from Cleveland, OHIO.
- Recognized with Best Lawyers in America — Insurance Law (2026).
About Thomas J. "Tom" Connick: Thomas J. "Tom" Connick is an attorney based in Cleveland, OHIO. The practice focuses on Business, Construction, and Insurance.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Thomas takes on
Thomas concentrates on business, construction, insurance, and litigation. Each area below outlines the kind of case Thomas handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
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Insurance
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Business cases in Cleveland, Ohio
Thomas takes business matters in Cleveland, Ohio. 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.
Construction cases in Cleveland, Ohio
Thomas takes construction matters in Cleveland, Ohio. 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.
Insurance cases in Cleveland, Ohio
Thomas takes insurance matters in Cleveland, Ohio. 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.
Litigation cases in Cleveland, Ohio
Thomas takes litigation matters in Cleveland, Ohio. 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" Connick — business lawyer in Cleveland
Thomas J. "Tom" Connick is an attorney based in Cleveland, OHIO. The practice focuses on Business, Construction, and Insurance.
Tom Connick has established a reputation of handling complex and high-stakes litigation. His experience includes Insurance law, Catastrophic Personal Injury, Wrongful Death, Medical Malpractice, Class Actions, Commercial and Business Litigation, Appellate Advocacy, Mass Torts, Construction law, Consumer Fraud, Shareholder Litigation, Employment Law, and appeals throughout the State of Ohio and federal court, including the Ohio Supreme Court, where he has argued three times. Tom is also licensed to practice in the Commonwealth of Virginia as well as various other federal courts nationwide.
He has successfully defended multi-million-dollar exposure lawsuits, as well as recovered multiple millions of dollars in verdicts and/or settlements on behalf of his clients. Tom’s appointment as class counsel in several class actions reflects his legal skill and his willingness to represent clients with extremely difficult circumstances.
Tom Connick is listed in AM Best’s Directory of Recommended Insurance Attorneys and has been recognized by Best Lawyers® since 2020. His annual recognition in Cleveland’s Top-Rated Lawyers is based on his AV Preeminent rating from Martindale-Hubbell, the industry’s leading peer-review ranking system, signifying he exhibits the highest level of professional and ethical standards. He is also a Life Member of the Multi-Million Dollar Advocates Forum.
Tom has been described as “an excellent attorney and a good person,” a “results-oriented client advocate,” and as the “go-to guy for the tangled, messy, and interesting cases that can only be handled by one of the best.”
Working with Thomas on a business matter
Tom Connick has established a reputation of handling complex and high-stakes litigation. His experience includes Insurance law, Catastrophic Personal Injury, Wrongful Death, Medical Malpractice, Class Actions, Commercial and Business Litigation, Appellate Advocacy, Mass Torts, Construction law, Consumer Fraud, Shareholder Litigation, Employment Law, and appeals throughout the State of Ohio and…
Clients Thomas works with
Thomas reviews new inquiries case-by-case for business, construction, and insurance matters in Cleveland and the surrounding Ohio area.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
Cleveland Marshall College of Law
— · 1998
The University of Akron
— · 1994
John Carroll University
B.A. · 1992
Jurisdictions
Thomas's state bar admissions
Ohio, Ohio State Bar
ACTIVE
Virginia, Virginia S
ACTIVE
Thomas studied at — in Cleveland Marshall College of Law, — in The University of Akron, and B.A. in John Carroll University.
Law school and academic background
Thomas completed — in Cleveland Marshall College of Law, — in The University of Akron, and B.A. in John Carroll University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Thomas runs in Ohio is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Recognition and thought leadership
Thomas has received 23 formal recognitions from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
Best Lawyers in America — Insurance Law
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Construction
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Litigation
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Insurance
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Construction Law
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Consumer Law
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Corporate Law
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Mass Tort Litigation / Class Actions - Plaintiffs
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Medical Malpractice Law - Plaintiffs
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Personal Injury Litigation - Defendants
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Real Estate Law
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Special Focus:
2026
Best Lawyers in America — COVID-19
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Awards:
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Martindale-Hubbell AV Preeminent
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Cleveland’s Legal Leaders Top-Rated Lawyers
2026
Best Lawyers in America — AM Best Client Recommended Attorneys
2026
Best Lawyers in America — America’s Top 100 Attorneys
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Crain’s Notable Litigators & Trial Attorneys 2025
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Selected to the Ohio Super Lawyers list: 2023-present
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Selected to the Ohio Rising Stars list: 2009
2026
Legal awards and honors
Best Lawyers in America — Insurance Law (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Construction (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Litigation (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Insurance (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice: (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Construction Law (2026).
Locations
Thomas J. "Tom" Connick's office in Cleveland
Thomas's primary office is at 1111 Superior Avenue East, Suite 2200, Cleveland, Ohio, 44114. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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How to hire Thomas J. "Tom" Connick — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new business 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 business attorney in Cleveland, Ohio
A short list to run through before you commit: How many business 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 business practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every business 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 business practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Thomas J. "Tom" Connick
How much does it cost to hire Thomas for a business 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 business attorneys offer free consults — check Thomas's current terms during booking.
How long do business cases in Ohio typically take?
Simple business 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 Cleveland?
Thomas is licensed in Ohio. Matters governed by Ohio 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 business 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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