Thomas Joachim Herd

Thomas Joachim Herd is a seasoned personal injury attorney based in Colorado Springs, Colorado. He has been practicing law for over 47 years, specializing in personal injury, medical malpractice, and products liability litigation. As a founding member of Gaddis, Herd, Craw & Adams, P.C., he is known for his dedication to clients and his extensive litigation experience. Mr. Herd earned his Juris Doctor from the University of Notre Dame Law School in 1978. Prior to that, he graduated cum laude with a Bachelor of Science in Foreign Service from Georgetown University in 1975. His academic background laid a strong foundation for his legal career, equipping him with the skills necessary to navigate complex legal challenges.

Throughout his career, Mr. Herd has been recognized for his legal expertise and commitment to his clients. He has been selected to the Super Lawyers list from 2010 to 2020 and again in 2023, an honor that reflects his standing among peers in the legal community. Additionally, he holds an AV Preeminent® Rating from Martindale-Hubbell®, indicating the highest level of professional excellence. In his practice, Mr. Herd has achieved significant results for his clients. Notably, he secured a $1.8 million jury verdict for a client involved in a rear-end collision, resulting in head, neck, and back injuries.

He also obtained a $1.3 million settlement for a motorcyclist who sustained neck and back injuries after a collision with an SUV. Beyond his legal practice, Mr. Herd has been actively involved in professional organizations. He served as the Program Director (1988-1989), Secretary (1989-1990), President-elect (2001-2002), and President (2002-2003) of the El Paso County Bar Association. He has also been a member of the Colorado Trial Lawyers Association and the Association of Trial Lawyers of America, contributing to the advancement of the legal profession in Colorado. Mr. Herd's office is located at 15 W.

Cimarron Street, Suite 300, Colorado Springs, CO 80903. He offers free initial consultations and accepts various payment methods, including Discover, MasterCard, and Visa. For more information or to schedule a consultation, interested parties can contact the firm at (719) 625-3310. {"bar_number": "9014", "bar_admission_year": "1978", "license_status": "Active", "death_date": null, "firm_name": "Gaddis, Herd, Craw & Adams, P.C.", "case_types": "Personal Injury, Medical Malpractice, Products Liability", "legal_stages": "Trial, Settlement Negotiation", "courts": [{"court_name": "Colorado Supreme Court", "court_type": "State Supreme Court", "admission_year": "1978", "state": "Colorado"}, {"court_name": "U.S. District Court for the District of Colorado", "court_type": "U.S. District Court", "admission_year": "1978", "state": "Colorado"}]}