Thomas Vertetis

About Thomas Vertetis

As Managing Partner of Pfau Cochran Vertetis and Amala PLLC (PCVA), I am dedicated to fighting for victims in some of the most complex and challenging areas of personal injury law. My practice centers on cases involving medical malpractice, wrongful death, sexual abuse, school liability, and civil rights violations. These cases often involve life-changing harm, and I view it as both a professional responsibility and a personal calling to ensure my clients receive justice, accountability, and the resources they need to move forward.Over the course of my career, I have led more than 50 jury trials to verdict and helped secure numerous multi-million-dollar outcomes for injured individuals and their families. From significant plaintiff verdicts to high-stakes settlements, each result reflects my commitment to both strategic excellence in the courtroom and compassion in client advocacy. My work has been recognized by Best Lawyers in America, Super Lawyers, and other leading legal publications, and PCVA has been consistently ranked among the top firms in Washington for its trial record and client impact. For me, success is not measured only by financial recovery, but by whether the resolution restores dignity and opens a path toward healing for my clients.My legal foundation was built early in my career as a law clerk for the Honorable Jane B. Cantor of the New Jersey Superior Court, followed by service as an Assistant Prosecutor in New Jersey. In that role, I prosecuted hundreds of criminal cases on behalf of victims, gaining invaluable courtroom experience and deepening my understanding of how the justice system can be used to protect the vulnerable. Those years taught me that preparation, persistence, and a client-first mindset are essential in every case, no matter how large or small.Today, I continue to be driven by that same sense of purpose. Whether standing before a jury, negotiating a settlement, or counseling a client through the most difficult chapter of their life, I bring a relentless commitment to advocacy and integrity. At PCVA, our team is guided by a shared belief: every client deserves fearless representation, every case deserves meticulous preparation, and every voice deserves to be heard.

Experience

1. Managing Partner

   Pfau Cochran Vertetis Amala Pllc

   Jan 2009 — Present · Tacoma, WA, US

Education

• University of San Diego

  Bachelor of Arts (BA)

  1991 — 1994

• Villanova University School of Law

  Juris Doctor

  1994 — 1997

Skills

• Class Actions
• Mediation
• Wrongful Death
• Personal Injury
• Hearings
• Product Liability
• Civil Litigation
• Medical Malpractice
• Courts
• Commercial Litigation
• Personal Injury Litigation
• Business Litigation
• Torts
• Litigation
• Appeals