Behind each claim is a client. Whether a claim is large or small, simple or complex, it must be handled with skill and attention to detail. I am committed to taking the necessary action to represent our clients’ interests and to advocate, both in and out of the courtroom, on their behalf.
Behind each claim is a client. Whether a claim is large or small, simple or complex, it must be handled with skill and attention to detail. I am committed to taking the necessary action to represent our clients’ interests and to advocate, both in and out of the courtroom, on their behalf.
Tim O’Connor’s diverse experience includes representing clients in litigation involving personal injury, auto liability, trucking and transportation claims, dram shop/liquor liability, products liability, premises liability, construction site accidents, workers compensation, insurance coverage issues, and many other matters.
Tim is a member of the American Board of Trial Advocates. ABOTA membership requires having served as legal counsel in 20 or more jury trials. He has handled cases in a majority of Arizona counties and has briefed and argued several cases in the Arizona Court of Appeals
Tim has extensive litigation experience with both complex and routine tort motor vehicle actions, including general negligence, uninsured and under-insured motorist claims, and property damage subrogation. He has defended litigation involving pedestrians, motorcycle, busses and boats, many of which involve catastrophic injuries or traumatic brain injuries. Tim’s clients include both commercial carriers and personal automobile owners.
He also offers substantial experience with dram shop and alcohol impairment-related lawsuits. He has represented bars, restaurants and social hosts in claims involving statutory and common law negligent over-service of alcohol. He regularly handles issues involving industry standards of care governing employee training and supervision.
In the area of products liability, Tim has handled matters involving design defects, manufacturing defects, and informational/warnings defects. Tim has litigated matters involving tire failures, pool equipment malfunctions, and negligent food preparation and service. Tim has represented manufacturers and distributors with both defending claims and securing indemnity.
Tim also has significant experience in the area of premises liability, including slip/trip and fall litigation, negligent security claims, assault & battery, shootings and excessive force by security personnel. He is intimately familiar with lighting and human factors issues.
His wide-ranging litigation experience includes toxic mold exposure, negligent roadway design, libel and slander, and negligent entrustment. Tim has represented both general contractors and subcontractors in construction site accidents and contractual indemnity claims.
Personal. When not in the office or courtroom, Tim enjoys spending time with his children playing baseball, hiking, and snowboarding.
Schneider & Onofry meets the legal needs of companies and individuals throughout Arizona from offices in Phoenix and Yuma.
Schneider & Onofry is structured to meet the anticipated needs of specific groups of clients, ranging from individuals and families to major corporations.
