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Thomas R. "Tom" Kline, Business Attorney in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

focused on Business, General, and Litigation

Philadelphia, PA

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Thomas R. "Tom" Kline is an attorney based in Philadelphia, PENNSYLVANIA. The practice focuses on Business, General, and Litigation.

Based in
Philadelphia, PENNSYLVANIA
Experience
attorney
Known for
Business · General · Litigation
  • Handles Business, General, and Litigation matters from Philadelphia, PENNSYLVANIA.
  • Recognized with Lawyer of the Year — Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs (Philadelphia) (2025).

About Thomas R. "Tom" Kline: Thomas R. "Tom" Kline is an attorney based in Philadelphia, PENNSYLVANIA. The practice focuses on Business, General, and Litigation.

Areas of practice

Practice areas handled by Thomas R. "Tom" Kline

Thomas concentrates on business, general, litigation, medical malpractice, and personal injury. Each area below outlines the kind of case Thomas handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

Business cases in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Thomas takes business matters in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. 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.

General cases in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Thomas takes general matters in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. 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 Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Thomas takes litigation matters in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. 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.

Medical Malpractice cases in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Thomas takes medical malpractice matters in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. 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 Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Thomas takes personal injury matters in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. 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

About Thomas R. "Tom" Kline — Attorney of Pennsylvania business experience

Thomas R. "Tom" Kline is an attorney based in Philadelphia, PENNSYLVANIA. The practice focuses on Business, General, and Litigation.

In more than four decades of practicing personal injury law, Thomas R. Kline has forged an incomparable record of courtroom victories, some with remarkable results against seemingly incredible odds. Described by The Philadelphia Inquirer as "one of the nation's most prominent trial lawyers," Kline has achieved hundreds of seven- and eight-figure jury verdicts and settlements. In 2019 alone he achieved jury verdicts of $41 million, $80 million and $8 billion in medical device cases and a prescription pharmaceutical trial. In 2023, he won a $175 million verdict in a Roundup cancer case and followed that in 2024 with a $2.25 billion verdict in another Roundup trial.

How Thomas handles business matters

In more than four decades of practicing personal injury law, Thomas R. Kline has forged an incomparable record of courtroom victories, some with remarkable results against seemingly incredible odds. Described by The Philadelphia Inquirer as "one of the nation's most prominent trial lawyers," Kline has achieved hundreds of seven- and eight-figure jury verdicts and settlements. In 2019 alone he…

Who Thomas represents

Thomas reviews new inquiries case-by-case for business, general, and litigation matters in Philadelphia and the surrounding Pennsylvania area.

Credentials

Thomas R. "Tom" Kline's legal education and bar admissions

  • Duquesne University

    J.D. · 1978

Thomas studied at J.D. in Duquesne University.

Law school and academic background

Thomas completed J.D. in Duquesne University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Thomas runs in Pennsylvania is where that training gets applied to real client questions.

Recognition

Awards, publications, and recognition of Thomas R. "Tom" Kline

Thomas has received 13 formal recognitions from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.

  • Lawyer of the Year — Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs (Philadelphia)

    2025

  • Lawyer of the Year — Medical Malpractice Law - Plaintiffs (Philadelphia)

    2019

  • Lawyer of the Year — Medical Malpractice Law - Plaintiffs (Philadelphia)

    2013

  • Lawyer of the Year — Medical Malpractice Law (Philadelphia)

    2010

  • Lawyer of the Year — Personal Injury Litigation (Philadelphia)

    2009

  • Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Litigation

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Medical Malpractice Law - Plaintiffs

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Product Liability Litigation - Plaintiffs

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Professional Malpractice Law - Plaintiffs

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Special Focus:

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Medical Malpractice

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Product Liability

    2026

Legal awards and honors

Lawyer of the Year — Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs (Philadelphia) (2025). Lawyer of the Year — Medical Malpractice Law - Plaintiffs (Philadelphia) (2019). Lawyer of the Year — Medical Malpractice Law - Plaintiffs (Philadelphia) (2013). Lawyer of the Year — Medical Malpractice Law (Philadelphia) (2010). Lawyer of the Year — Personal Injury Litigation (Philadelphia) (2009). Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Litigation (2026).

Locations

Thomas R. "Tom" Kline's office in Philadelphia

Thomas's primary office is at 1525 Locust Street, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, 19102. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Main office

1525 Locust Street

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania 19102

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Hiring guide

How to hire Thomas R. "Tom" Kline — 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 Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

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 R. "Tom" Kline

  • 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 Pennsylvania 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 Philadelphia?

    Thomas is licensed in Pennsylvania. Matters governed by Pennsylvania 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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