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Thomas Lambert is a creative problem solver who guides clients through legal challenges in the areas of civil and commercial litigation. He is experienced in matters of professional liability, employment discrimination; catastrophic personal injury claims; and director and officer and products liability.
Tom is a source of trust and confidence for lawyers, accountants, actuaries, realtors, architects, engineers, and insurance agents and brokers in high exposure professional liability matters defending claims before licensing boards and regulatory authorities as well as state, federal, and appellate courts. He defends insurance companies and corporations in personal injury matters involving construction defects, transportation, premise liability and product defect claims; he served as lead defense counsel and liaison counsel for the defense in the KLEEN Energy explosion in Middletown that resulted in multiple deaths and significant injuries for numerous employees at the site.
In commercial disputes, Tom helps small businesses, condominium associations, and domestic and multinational corporations find resolution on their own terms. He handles litigation involving enforcement of joint venture agreements; violations of the CT Unfair Trade Practices Act; and claims concerning misappropriation of trade secrets, fraud, and breach of contract. Tom counsels those same companies on management-related issues including discrimination, sexual harassment, disability accommodation, Family and Medical Leave Act, wage and hour law, and discipline and termination. He litigates these matters aggressively in both state and federal court and before administrative agencies.
Beyond his extensive trial experience at both state and federal levels, Tom is known for his talents in alternative dispute resolution methods. Members of the bar frequently call on him to serve as a mediator or arbitrator in complex matters.
Tom’s penchant for thoroughly assessing risk combined with his appreciation for the nuance of any given business makes him a worthy guide for clients seeking resolution and the new possibilities ahead of them.
Tom has been recognized by the business community and bar for his legal prowess. He is a past recipient of Fairfield County’s, “Top 40 under 40” by the Fairfield County Business Journal. He holds an AV Preeminent peer review rating from Martindale-Hubbell, its highest rating for ethics and legal ability.