Thomas P. Abbott has practiced law in California for the past 38 years. He was admitted to the California Bar in 1987 after graduating from Pepperdine School of Law where he received his Juris Doctorate Degree.  He received his Bachelor of Arts Degree in Political Science from Saint Mary’s College of California in 1983.

Mr. Abbott is a highly accomplished litigation attorney whose practice has focused on property, casualty, and general liability insurance defense, with a particular emphasis on complex construction litigation. He has extensive experience representing developers, general contractors, and subcontractors in commercial and residential construction defect disputes. His career has included defending claims involving structural defects, water intrusion, landslides, subterranean construction, and multimillion-dollar commercial and residential projects.

In addition to his work in construction litigation, Mr. Abbott has handled matters involving insurance fraud, product liability, premises liability, and catastrophic injury claims. He is a seasoned trial lawyer, having handled more than 20 jury trials and as well as hundreds of mediations and arbitrations.

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Our firm specializes in medical product liability defense, providing robust representation for manufacturers, distributors, and designers of pharmaceuticals and medical devices. We understand that these cases present unique challenges, often involving highly complex scientific data, strict regulatory oversight, and substantial financial and reputational stakes. Our legal team combines deep courtroom experience with a sophisticated understanding of biotechnology, engineering, and clinical trials to build aggressive, technically sound defense strategies tailored to the specific vulnerabilities of each claim.

A core component of our defense strategy involves navigating the extensive federal and state regulations that govern healthcare products. We routinely leverage defense doctrines such as FDA preemption, demonstrating that a product met or exceeded stringent federal safety standards during its design, manufacturing, and labeling processes. By collaborating closely with top-tier medical experts, toxicologists, and bioengineers, we systematically challenge allegations of design defects, manufacturing flaws, or a failure to warn, effectively translating complex clinical concepts into clear, persuasive arguments for judges and juries.

Beyond litigation, we partner with our clients to manage risk and protect their long-term business viability. We recognize that a single product liability claim can threaten market share, trigger regulatory scrutiny, or spark class-action lawsuits. Whether navigating multidistrict litigation (MDL), negotiating favorable early resolutions, or defending a product's integrity at trial, our primary objective is to deliver cost-effective, high-stakes defense that safeguards your innovations and preserves public trust.