Born and raised in Northwest Ohio, Tom’s diverse legal experience, extensive courtroom knowledge and dedication to integrity makes him uniquely qualified for this position. Since graduating from the University of Toledo, College of Law, Tom has dedicated his career to serving the public. He has worked in private practice, as a Public Defender, an Assistant Prosecutor, a Staff Attorney at the 6^th District Court of Appeals, and now as a Senior Attorney for the City of Toledo. Tom’s record of integrity and dedication to the law, along with a diverse legal background, including extensive civil and criminal jury trial experience makes him ready to serve on day one.