About Tom A.
Tom A. Coll built his legal foundation at the University of California, Berkeley. He completed a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration in 1985. Four years later he earned his J.D. from the University of California, Berkeley School of Law in 1989. Those years in Berkeley framed both his legal training and his understanding of business issues that often intersect with the law.
After law school, Coll entered private practice and moved into roles that led to firm leadership. Over the course of his career he rose to the partnership ranks at Cooley Godward Kronish LLP. The firm is known for serving clients across industry sectors, and Coll spent years working within that environment. He has practiced under California rules and is admitted to the bar in that state.
Colleagues describe him as a lawyer who approaches problems with steady analysis. He has handled matters that require attention to both legal detail and client priorities. His practice has involved counseling clients, negotiating agreements, and participating in the kinds of transactions and disputes that large law firms typically manage. He balances the technical aspects of law with an awareness of how business decisions play out in practice.
Outside of casework, Coll’s background in business administration has informed how he communicates with corporate clients. He moves comfortably between legal concepts and business terminology. That combination helps when explaining risks, outlining options, and drafting documents that must serve both legal and commercial needs. Over time he has developed methods for organizing complex matters into clear steps for clients and teams.
Today Coll remains at Cooley Godward Kronish LLP, where he continues to work as a partner. He practices law in California and advises clients from the firm on a range of legal matters. His current practice involves advising and representing clients through transactional and corporate challenges at the firm.
