Tom Gonwa

Tom Gonwa is a dedicated personal injury attorney serving clients in O’FALLON, Missouri, and surrounding communities. He focuses on helping injured people after automobile accidents, semi-truck crashes, drunk driving incidents, distracted driving claims, and other serious injury matters, guiding families through complex legal steps with clear communication and steady advocacy.

Tom built his legal foundation at the University of Missouri, earning a BSBA with double major in Finance & Real Estate, University of Missouri (2007). He continued at the same institution to complete his Juris Doctor at the University of Missouri School of Law (2010), gaining strong training in litigation, negotiation, and client-focused problem-solving.

Tom began his career clerking at one of the nation’s premier personal injury law firms and later worked as a summer associate for the largest law firm in the U.S. These experiences shaped his approach as an experienced attorney and negotiator who has handled cases against nearly every major insurance company nationwide.

Tom has obtained millions of dollars in recoveries for personal injury clients across Missouri, Illinois, Colorado, Florida, and Iowa. He is a multi-year winner of CALI Excellence awards, has spoken at Mizzou’s MATA Chapter, and authored a white paper for the Shedd Aquarium board on Great Lakes legal issues.

Tom remains active within the legal community through membership in the Missouri Association of Trial Attorneys and the Missouri Bar Association. His professional involvement also includes Kappa Alpha Order, Rho Epsilon, and Won by One Mission, reflecting a commitment to leadership, ethics, and service beyond individual case results.

Tom has earned the trust of peers and clients alike, including being selected to represent other attorneys in their own personal injury cases. He applies careful preparation and direct communication to help families understand options, manage expectations, and move forward with confidence during difficult injury claims.

Tom Gonwa brings focused experience, steady judgment, and practical advocacy to every personal injury matter he handles. His background in negotiation, litigation training, and nationwide case work allows him to pursue fair outcomes while prioritizing clarity, responsiveness, and respect for the people and families relying on his legal guidance and informed decisions.

Law Office Affiliations

• Attorney/Owner, Gonwa Law, LLC
• Member, Missouri Association of Trial Attorneys
• Member, Missouri Bar Association

Licensed State

• Missouri

Education

• University of Missouri School of Law
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• University of Missouri
  BSBA with Double Major in Finance & Real Estate

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