Thomas M. O’Connell

Associate
email: oconnell@sfmlawfirm.com
phone: 571-434-7590
phone: 571-434-7590
Tom joined Seeger Faughnan Mendicino PC as a summer associate in 2009 and as an associate in the fall of 2010. Prior to joining SFM, Tom competed in numerous golf tournaments – both amateur and professional – througout the Southeast and then went on to serve as an educator in South-Central Los Angeles. During his teaching tenure, Tom served as a teacher, literacy coach, administrator, as well as curriculum designer. Now, Tom utilizes his skills and experiences as part of the education team.
Tom’s other primary practice areas include business, construction, and surety litigation.
Education
- Georgetown Law (J.D. Senior Journal Editor, 2010)
- University of Loyola Marymount, School of Education (M.Ed. with honors, 2007)
- University of Southern California (B.A. Magna Cum Laude; Phi Beta Kappa & Departmental Honors, 2005)
Bar Memberships and Court Admissions
- District of Columbia, Application Pending
- Maryland, 2010
Awards and Recognition
- Sue Lehmann Excellence in Teaching Award (National Teacher of the Year), Regional Finalist (Los Angeles Representative)

