Thomas Robbert Proctor

Thomas Robbert Proctor, Insurance Attorney in San Diego, California

Over 20 years of legal practice · focused on Insurance and Litigation

PartneratSheppard Mullin

San Diego, CA

Practicing insurance in San Diego since 2006.

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Thomas Robbert Proctor is a partner based in San Diego, CA. The practice focuses on Insurance and Litigation. Thomas has over 20 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Sheppard Mullin.

Based in
San Diego, CA
Experience
over 20 years
Known for
Insurance · Litigation
  • Handles Insurance and Litigation matters from San Diego, CA.
  • Over 20 years of practice as a licensed attorney.

About Thomas Robbert Proctor: Thomas Robbert Proctor is a partner based in San Diego, CA. The practice focuses on Insurance and Litigation. Thomas has over 20 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Sheppard Mullin.

Areas of practice

Practice areas handled by Thomas Robbert Proctor

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

Insurance cases in San Diego, California

Thomas takes insurance matters in San Diego, California. 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 San Diego, California

Thomas takes litigation matters in San Diego, California. 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 Robbert Proctor — Over 20 years of California insurance experience

Thomas Robbert Proctor is a partner based in San Diego, CA. The practice focuses on Insurance and Litigation. Thomas has over 20 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Sheppard Mullin.

Thomas Robbert Proctor is a lawyer practicing litigation, insurance litigation, insurance. Thomas received a B.A. degree from Brigham Young University in 2003, and has been licensed for 20 years. Thomas practices at Sheppard Mullin in San Diego, CA.

Thomas's approach to insurance cases

Thomas Robbert Proctor is a lawyer practicing litigation, insurance litigation, insurance. Thomas received a B.A. degree from Brigham Young University in 2003, and has been licensed for 20 years. Thomas practices at Sheppard Mullin in San Diego, CA.

Clients Thomas works with

Thomas reviews new inquiries case-by-case for insurance and litigation matters in San Diego and the surrounding California area.

Credentials

Thomas Robbert Proctor's legal education and bar admissions

  • Brigham Young University

    J.D. · 2006

  • Brigham Young University

    B.A. · 2003

Jurisdictions

Thomas's state bar admissions

  • California

    2006 · ACTIVE

Thomas studied at J.D. in Brigham Young University and B.A. in Brigham Young University.

Law school and academic background

Thomas completed J.D. in Brigham Young University and B.A. in Brigham Young University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Thomas runs in California is where that training gets applied to real client questions.

Affiliations

Thomas's professional memberships and bar associations

  • Memberships •San Diego County Bar Association •J

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  • Reuben Clark Law Society •American Inns of Court - J

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  • Clifford Wallace Chapter •Association of Business Trial Lawyers, San Diego Chapter

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Locations

Thomas Robbert Proctor's office in San Diego

Thomas's primary office is at 501 West Broadway, Nineteenth Floor (Downtown), San Diego, CA, 92101. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Main office

Sheppard Mullin

501 West Broadway, Nineteenth Floor (Downtown)

San Diego, CA 92101

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Hiring guide

How to hire Thomas Robbert Proctor — 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 San Diego, California

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 Robbert Proctor

  • 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 California 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 San Diego?

    Thomas is licensed in California. Matters governed by California 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

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