B. Thomas Hickey

B. Thomas Hickey

Personal Injury Litigation - Defendants

5.0 (1 reviews)
Chattanooga, Tennessee
28+ years experience
Spicer Rudstrom PLLC
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Contact Information

537 Market Street, Suite 203, Chattanooga, TN 37402
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Bio

Thomas practices out of the firm’s Chattanooga office and assists and represents individuals, businesses, and insurance companies in a variety of civil matters. He has been with the firm for many years and has been a member since 2009.Thomas attended the University of Georgia and graduated with a Bachelor of Arts degree in 1993. He then earned his Juris Doctorate from the Cumberland School of Law of Samford University in 1997. While in law school, Thomas was named to the Dean’s List, served as a teaching assistant, and excelled in various areas of study. After graduating from law school, Thomas obtained his license to practice law in Georgia and Tennessee and actively practices law in those states. He has achieved an AV Preeminent rating from Martindale-Hubbell.Thomas handles a variety of civil litigation including personal injury litigation resulting from automobile accidents and premises liability cases, construction litigation, insurance coverage litigation, and employment practices litigation. He has successfully handled as lead counsel multiple cases, both jury and non-jury, through verdict and appeal in both Tennessee and Georgia.Thomas grew up in nearby Ringgold, Georgia, and has lived in the Chattanooga area his entire life. He is married to Amanda and they have two children, Ben and Kara. When not at work, Thomas enjoys spending time with his family, traveling, and being on the golf course and on the racquetball court. Thomas practices out of the firm’s Chattanooga office and assists and represents individuals, businesses, and insurance companies in a variety of civil matters. He has been with the firm for many years and has been a member since 2009. Thomas attended the University of Georgia and graduated with a Bachelor of Arts degree in 1993. He then earned his Juris Doctorate from the Cumberland School of Law of Samford University in 1997. While in law school, Thomas was named to the Dean’s List, served as a teaching assistant, and excelled in various areas of study. After graduating from law school, Thomas obtained his license to practice law in Georgia and Tennessee and actively practices law in those states. He has achieved an AV Preeminent rating from Martindale-Hubbell. Thomas handles a variety of civil litigation including personal injury litigation resulting from automobile accidents and premises liability cases, construction litigation, insurance coverage litigation, and employment practices litigation. He has successfully handled as lead counsel multiple cases, both jury and non-jury, through verdict and appeal in both Tennessee and Georgia. Thomas grew up in nearby Ringgold, Georgia, and has lived in the Chattanooga area his entire life. He is married to Amanda and they have two children, Ben and Kara. When not at work, Thomas enjoys spending time with his family, traveling, and being on the golf course and on the racquetball court.

Local Legal Snapshot

Jurisdiction

Tennessee

State Capital

Nashville

Highest Court

Tennessee Supreme Court

Bar Association

Tennessee Bar Association

Typical Consultation

Free-$150

Typical Hourly Range

Often contingency-based

Fee Model Notes

Many personal injury matters are handled on contingency, often around 25%-40% of recovery.

Estimates vary by market, complexity, urgency, and attorney experience.

Practice Areas

Personal Injury Litigation - Defendants

Awards & Recognition

  • Lawyer of the Year: Personal Injury Litigation - Defendants, Chattanooga (2022)
  • Recognized: Personal Injury Litigation - Defendants
  • Practice Area: Workers' Compensation Law - Employers
  • Practice Area: Litigation - Insurance
  • Practice Area: Insurance Law
  • Practice Area: Family Law Mediation
  • Practice Area: Family Law
  • Practice Area: Litigation - Labor and Employment
  • Practice Area: Employment Law - Management
  • Practice Area: Civil Rights Law
  • Mid-South Super Lawyers since 2024
  • AV Preeminent RatingMartindale Hubbell

Recognized in Best Lawyers since 2019

Education

  • Samford University, J.D., graduated 1997
  • University of Georgia, B.A., graduated 1993

Reviews

E

Edward Reyes

3 months ago

A consummate professional who delivered a stellar outcome

Our company faced a complex workers' compensation claim that threatened significant financial exposure. From our initial consultation, Thomas Hickey demonstrated a profound command of Tennessee employer-side law. His 28 years of experience were immediately evident in his strategic assessment and clear communication. He meticulously prepared our defense, anticipating every argument from the opposing counsel. The result was a favorable settlement that protected our interests far better than we had hoped. Thomas’s recognition in areas like Personal Injury and Workers' Compensation Law is clearly well-earned. Beyond his legal acumen, his professionalism and steady guidance made a stressful process manageable. He is a true asset to Spicer Rudstrom. For any business or insurance entity navigating civil litigation in Chattanooga, I cannot recommend Thomas Hickey more highly.

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