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Thomas J. "Tom" Magee, General Attorney in St Louis, Missouri

focused on General, Insurance, and Personal Injury

St Louis, MO

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Thomas J. "Tom" Magee is an attorney based in St. Louis, MISSOURI. The practice focuses on General, Insurance, and Personal Injury.

Based in
St. Louis, MISSOURI
Experience
attorney
Known for
General · Insurance · Personal Injury
  • Handles General, Insurance, and Personal Injury matters from St. Louis, MISSOURI.
  • Recognized with Lawyer of the Year — Litigation - Insurance (St. Louis) (2026).

About Thomas J. "Tom" Magee: Thomas J. "Tom" Magee is an attorney based in St. Louis, MISSOURI. The practice focuses on General, Insurance, and Personal Injury.

Areas of practice

Legal matters Thomas takes on

Thomas concentrates on general, insurance, 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.

General cases in St Louis, Missouri

Thomas takes general matters in St Louis, Missouri. 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 St Louis, Missouri

Thomas takes insurance matters in St Louis, Missouri. 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.

Personal Injury cases in St Louis, Missouri

Thomas takes personal injury matters in St Louis, Missouri. 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 St Louis, Missouri

Thomas takes product liability matters in St Louis, Missouri. 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" Magee — general lawyer in St Louis

Thomas J. "Tom" Magee is an attorney based in St. Louis, MISSOURI. The practice focuses on General, Insurance, and Personal Injury.

Thomas J. Magee is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Litigation - Insurance, Personal Injury Litigation - Defendants, Product Liability Litigation - Defendants and Professional Malpractice Law - Defendants.

Thomas J., who practices law in St. Louis, Missouri, has been recognized since 2007. 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 general cases

Thomas J. Magee is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Litigation - Insurance, Personal Injury Litigation - Defendants, Product Liability Litigation - Defendants and Professional Malpractice Law - Defendants. Thomas J., who practices law in St. Louis, Missouri, has been recognized since 2007. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey,…

The kind of cases Thomas takes

Thomas reviews new inquiries case-by-case for general, insurance, and personal injury matters in St Louis and the surrounding Missouri area.

Credentials

Education, bar admissions, and languages

  • Saint Louis University

    — · 1985

  • Saint Louis University

    J.D. · 1985

  • Marquette University

    — · 1982

Jurisdictions

Thomas's state bar admissions

  • Illinois, United Sta

    ACTIVE

  • Missouri, United Sta

    ACTIVE

Thomas studied at — in Saint Louis University, J.D. in Saint Louis University, and — in Marquette University.

Law school and academic background

Thomas completed — in Saint Louis University, J.D. in Saint Louis University, and — in Marquette University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Thomas runs in Missouri is where that training gets applied to real client questions.

Recognition

Recognition and thought leadership

Thomas has received 20 formal recognitions from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.

  • Lawyer of the Year — Litigation - Insurance (St. Louis)

    2026

  • Lawyer of the Year — Professional Malpractice Law - Defendants (St. Louis)

    2026

  • Lawyer of the Year — Professional Malpractice Law - Defendants (St. Louis)

    2024

  • Lawyer of the Year — Professional Malpractice Law - Defendants (St. Louis)

    2021

  • Lawyer of the Year — Personal Injury Litigation - Defendants (St. Louis)

    2017

  • Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Insurance

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Personal Injury Litigation - Defendants

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Product Liability Litigation - Defendants

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Professional Malpractice Law - Defendants

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Personal Injury Litigation

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Special Focus:

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Amusement Park Accidents

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Civil Litigation

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Insurance

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Liability Litigation

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Premises Liability

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Product Liability

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Professional Malpractice

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Wrongful Death

    2026

Legal awards and honors

Lawyer of the Year — Litigation - Insurance (St. Louis) (2026). Lawyer of the Year — Professional Malpractice Law - Defendants (St. Louis) (2026). Lawyer of the Year — Professional Malpractice Law - Defendants (St. Louis) (2024). Lawyer of the Year — Professional Malpractice Law - Defendants (St. Louis) (2021). Lawyer of the Year — Personal Injury Litigation - Defendants (St. Louis) (2017). Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Insurance (2026).

Locations

Thomas J. "Tom" Magee's office in St. Louis

Thomas's primary office is at 701 Market Street, Suite 1400, St. Louis, Missouri, 63101. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Main office

701 Market Street, Suite 1400

St. Louis, Missouri 63101

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Hiring guide

How to hire Thomas J. "Tom" Magee — what to expect in your first consultation

Working with a new general 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 general attorney in St Louis, Missouri

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 Thomas

Thomas 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. 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 general practices work with clients on structured schedules.

Frequently asked

Frequently asked questions about Thomas J. "Tom" Magee

  • How much does it cost to hire Thomas for a general 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 general attorneys offer free consults — check Thomas's current terms during booking.

  • How long do general cases in Missouri 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. 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 St Louis?

    Thomas is licensed in Missouri. Matters governed by Missouri 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 general 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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