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Thomas Klinkel, Insurance Attorney in Tucson, Arizona

Over 50 years of legal practice · focused on Insurance, Litigation, and Personal Injury

Tucson, AZ

Practicing insurance in Tucson since 1976.

50+
Years practicing
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Thomas Klinkel is an attorney based in Tucson, AZ. The practice focuses on Insurance, Litigation, and Personal Injury. Thomas has over 50 years of legal experience.

Based in
Tucson, AZ
Experience
over 50 years
Known for
Insurance · Litigation · Personal Injury
  • Handles Insurance, Litigation, and Personal Injury matters from Tucson, AZ.
  • Over 50 years of practice as a licensed attorney.

About Thomas Klinkel: Thomas Klinkel is an attorney based in Tucson, AZ. The practice focuses on Insurance, Litigation, and Personal Injury. Thomas has over 50 years of legal experience.

Areas of practice

Legal matters Thomas takes on

Thomas concentrates on insurance, litigation, personal injury, product liability, and ssd. Each area below outlines the kind of case Thomas handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

Insurance cases in Tucson, Arizona

Thomas takes insurance matters in Tucson, Arizona. 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 Tucson, Arizona

Thomas takes litigation matters in Tucson, Arizona. 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 Tucson, Arizona

Thomas takes personal injury matters in Tucson, Arizona. 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 Tucson, Arizona

Thomas takes product liability matters in Tucson, Arizona. 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.

SSD cases in Tucson, Arizona

Thomas takes ssd matters in Tucson, Arizona. 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 Klinkel — insurance lawyer in Tucson

Thomas Klinkel is an attorney based in Tucson, AZ. The practice focuses on Insurance, Litigation, and Personal Injury. Thomas has over 50 years of legal experience.

Thomas Klinkel is a lawyer practicing civil litigation, torts, insurance law and 5 other areas of law. Thomas received a B.S. degree from South Dakota State University in 1968, and has been licensed for 50 years. Thomas practices in Tucson, AZ.

Working with Thomas on a insurance matter

Thomas Klinkel is a lawyer practicing civil litigation, torts, insurance law and 5 other areas of law. Thomas received a B.S. degree from South Dakota State University in 1968, and has been licensed for 50 years. Thomas practices in Tucson, AZ.

Clients Thomas works with

Thomas reviews new inquiries case-by-case for insurance, litigation, and personal injury matters in Tucson and the surrounding Arizona area.

Credentials

Education, bar admissions, and languages

  • Georgetown University

    J.D. · 1976

  • South Dakota State University

    B.S. · 1968

Jurisdictions

Thomas's state bar admissions

  • Arizona

    1986 · ACTIVE

  • U.S. Supreme Court

    1980 · ACTIVE

  • South Dakota

    1976 · ACTIVE

Thomas studied at J.D. in Georgetown University and B.S. in South Dakota State University.

Law school and academic background

Thomas completed J.D. in Georgetown University and B.S. in South Dakota State University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Thomas runs in Arizona is where that training gets applied to real client questions.

Locations

Thomas Klinkel's office in Tucson

Thomas's primary office is at One South Church Avenue Suite 700, Tucson, AZ, 85701-1621. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Main office

One South Church Avenue Suite 700

Tucson, AZ 85701-1621

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Hiring guide

How to hire Thomas Klinkel — what to expect in your first consultation

Working with a new insurance 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 insurance attorney in Tucson, Arizona

A short list to run through before you commit: How many insurance 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 insurance practice — ask which fits.

Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options

Every insurance 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 insurance practices work with clients on structured schedules.

Frequently asked

Frequently asked questions about Thomas Klinkel

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

  • How long do insurance cases in Arizona typically take?

    Simple insurance 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 Tucson?

    Thomas is licensed in Arizona. Matters governed by Arizona 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 insurance 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

Insurance attorneys serving Tucson, Phoenix and Scottsdale in Arizona

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