Thomas O. O’Connor

Thomas O. O’Connor brings wide civil litigation experience to matters involving insurance, commercial disputes, government protests, product liability, and personal injury tort issues. His work includes handling complex cases for large companies, arguing appeals, and trying jury cases. He also supports clients in New York state court personal injury defense actions.

Thomas earned his B.S. from Fordham University, New York, New York, in 1989. He later earned his J.D. from Notre Dame Law School, South Bend, Indiana, in 1999. This education helped build the research, writing, and advocacy skills needed for a career focused on litigation and problem-solving.

Thomas has developed a nationwide insurance and business litigation practice. His experience allows him to review disputes, prepare strong arguments, and guide cases through each stage of the legal process. He has worked on matters involving commercial conflict, insurance defense, government-related challenges, and claims tied to serious injury or product concerns.

Thomas is admitted to practice in New York and several federal courts. These include the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of New York, Eastern District of New York, Western District of New York, and Northern District of New York. He is also admitted to the United States Court of Appeals for the 2nd Circuit.

Thomas works in practice areas that include Personal Injury, Criminal Defense, Business Law, and Real Estate Law. His background in litigation helps him evaluate facts, legal risks, and courtroom strategy. He aims to give clients steady guidance when they face disputes, claims, or legal questions that may affect their rights.

Thomas has tried jury cases and argued appeals for Fortune 100 companies, showing his ability to manage high-level litigation. He also personally handles many personal injury defense actions in the New York state courts. Through this work, he helps parties respond to claims with preparation, focus, and clear legal direction.

Thomas O. O’Connor helps people and businesses by bringing practical litigation knowledge to difficult legal situations. His career reflects experience in trial work, appeals, insurance issues, business disputes, and injury-related defense matters. Clients benefit from his ability to organize complex facts, present legal arguments, and address cases with careful attention.

Law Office Affiliations

• Of Counsel, Sayegh & Sayegh, P.C.
• Member, New York State Bar Association

Licensed State

• New York

Education

• Notre Dame Law School
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• Fordham University
  Bachelor of Science (BS)

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