Thomas Viloria Lawyer Reviews & Ratings - Reno

Thomas Viloria Bio
Thomas E. Viloria is a founding partner in the firm Viloria, Oliphant, Oster & Aman L.L.P., where he practices primarily in the area of criminal defense.  His emphasis in criminal defense is representing those accused of serious felonies, murder, DUI resulting in death or injury, drug offenses, sex crimes, domestic battery and DUI's.  As one of the most experienced trial lawyers in the firm, Mr. Viloria is also involved in representing select clients in personal injury and wrongful death matters.   He is licensed to practice law before all courts of Nevada and California.. As one of the founding partners in the firm, Mr. Viloria has extensive experience in defending people accused of crimes.  He has tried in excess of 75 cases to jury and in excess of 100 trials before a judge.  He also handles select serious peronal injury cases and has recovered  millions of dollars for those injured in motor vehicle accidents  and wrongful death cases. Known for his trial preparation and presence in the courtroom, Mr. Viloria was a member of the Major Violator's unit of the Washoe County District Attorney's Office, and was assigned to murder and death penalty cases. Acknowledged by one District Court Judge as, "one of the very best prosecutors in the country…," Mr. Viloria brings his considerable trial skills on behalf of each client he represents.. Mr. Viloria has lectured at seminars for judges, lawyers, paralegals and high school students. He was a featured speaker on Evidence at the Nevada District Court Judges’ annual conference. Mr. Viloria is a former instructor at Truckee Meadows Community College. He was an extension instructor at the University of California, Berkeley, California State University, Stanislaus, and the University of Nevada, Reno. Mr. Viloria prepared the course materials and taught at the Reno-Sparks Police Academy in the areas of Search and Seizure, Laws of Arrest, and Crimes Against the Person.. Mr. Viloria is a member of the Washoe County Bar Association, Nevada Justice Association, American Association for Justice and the National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers.