The strongest team is by your side.
Our team of attorneys is set apart by purpose – to fight for you. Together we’ve won hundreds of victories, working tirelessly to help those who need it most. The hard earned positions at Kimmel Carter require more than expertise, they demand a passion for justice.
Associate
Morton Richard Kimmel
FOUNDING PARTNER
Kimmel Carter’s founding partner, Mort Kimmel is a highly accomplished attorney with a successful track record of obtaining positive awards for clients throughout the state of Delaware. Mr. Kimmel's practice is focused primarily on personal injury, workers' compensation, products liability, insurance, and construction law. He has tried more than 100 cases and has argued before the Delaware Supreme Court and other Courts of Appeals on numerous occasions.
With over 50 years of legal experience, Mort Kimmel has the skill and resources needed to successfully negotiate with large insurance companies on your behalf. He zealously seeks to achieve the best possible outcome in your case, and will fight for the compensation or settlement you deserve based on your injuries. Mr. Kimmel is also an arbitrator and a certified mediator for the Delaware Superior Court. In this capacity, he has experience resolving hundreds of disputes.
Education
Temple University, B.A
George Washington University Law Center, J.D.
Bar Location
Delaware
District of Columbia
U.S. Court of Appeals
U.S. Court: District of Delaware
U.S. Supreme Court
Professional Associations
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Chairman, President and CEO: First State Police Foundation
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American Bar Association
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Delaware Trial Lawyers Association
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Delaware State Bar Association
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American Trial Lawyers Association
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American Judicature Society
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Defense Research Institute
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Federation of Insurance Counsel
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American Board of Trial Advocates
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Million Dollar Verdicts Club
CONTACT
mkimmel@kimmelcarter.com
(302) 565-6100
CONTACT
ebcarter@kimmelcarter.com
(302) 565-6100
Edward B. Carter Jr.
PARTNER
With more than 30 years of experience, Mr. Carter’s practice is focused on general and civil trial practice, insurance, negligence, federal practice, workers’ compensation, construction accidents, and products liability. Mr. Carter is a Member in the Newark office.
As an experienced personal injury and workers compensation attorney in Delaware, Mr. Carter understands your concerns. He takes a personal interest in every case and will work diligently to achieve the best outcome possible for your individual circumstances. He has a proven track record of achieving favorable results for clients injured as a result of an accident or while on the job. Mr. Carter has the resources and skill to negotiate with the big insurance companies on your behalf and will fight for the compensation or settlement you deserve.
Education
Duke University, B.A.
Widener University, J.D.
Bar Location
Delaware
Professional Associations
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Trustee Lawyer's Fund for Client Protection of Delaware Supreme Court
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Member: Torts & Insurance, Delaware State Bar Association
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Chairman: Workers Comp., U.S. Court: District of Delaware
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Member: Litigation, American Bar Association
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American Trial Lawyers Association
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Delaware Trial Lawyers Association
Thomas J. Roman
PARTNER
Thomas J. Roman is a Member in the Newark office of Kimmel, Carter, Roman, Peltz & O'Neill, P.A. Mr. Roman’s practice is focused on general and civil trial practice, insurance, negligence, workers’ compensation, construction accidents, and products liability.
Licensed to practice law in Delaware for more than 36 years, Mr. Roman is an experienced and skilled attorney. If you were injured due to someone else’s carelessness, Mr. Roman will work diligently to get the just compensation you deserve. Each client is important to him and he takes the time to understand your concerns. He is dedicated to achieving fair results and will advocate on your behalf until you are made whole again. Personal injury and workers’ compensation claims can be difficult to handle on your own. Mr. Roman knows how to negotiate on your behalf and will take your case to trial if that’s what it takes to reach a fair result.
Education
University of Delaware, B.A.
Widener University, J.D.
Bar Location
Delaware
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Professional Associations
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Delaware State Bar Association
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Delaware Trial Lawyers Association
CONTACT
tjroman@kimmelcarter.com
(302) 565-6100
CONTACT
wpeltz@kimmelcarter.com
(302) 565-6100
William R. Peltz
PRESIDENT
William R. Peltz is the president and a partner in the Newark office of Kimmel, Carter, Roman, Peltz & O'Neill, P.A. Mr. Peltz’s legal practice areas include general matters and civil trial litigation, federal practice, personal injury plaintiffs law, insurance, worker's compensation, construction accidents, and products liability.
A gifted negotiator and trial lawyer, Mr. Peltz has argued numerous cases before the Supreme Court of Delaware, the U.S. District Court of Delaware and other high courts. He has a strong record of obtaining impressive settlements and verdicts for injured clients, and he is known for his skill in handling particularly complex personal injury and workers’ compensation cases.
Mr. Peltz has more than 30 years of experience assisting Delaware clients achieve fair compensation for their injuries. He understands the pain and stress that can accompany a car accident or an on-the-job injury, and he is always available to answer any questions that you may have about the legal process.
Education
University of Delaware, B.A.
Widener University, J.D.
Bar Location
Delaware
U.S. Court: District of Delaware
U.S. Court of Appeals: Third Circuit
U.S. Federal Courts
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Professional Associations
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Delaware State Bar Association
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Delaware Trial Lawyers Association
Jonathan B. O'Neill
PARTNER
Jonathan O’Neill is a partner in the Newark office of Kimmel, Carter, Roman, Peltz & O'Neill, P.A. Jon primarily focuses on civil trial practice, motor-vehicle accidents, nursing home negligence, workers' compensation, and insurance law.
As an experienced Delaware attorney, Jon is dedicated to representing people who were seriously injured while on the job or as a result of an accident. Because he understands the devastation and uncertainty which often accompanies a serious injury, he takes the time to communicate with his clients. Jon always endeavors to answer any legal questions associated with your injury and he is available to discuss any concerns. He is committed to achieving the best possible result for his clients and to ensuring their rights are sufficiently protected after an injury.
Praised by his peers in the legal community and clients alike, Jon knows how to negotiate with the big insurance companies to get you the compensation you deserve, and if a fair settlement cannot be reached, you can rest assured he is fully prepared to take your case to trial.
Education
University of Delaware, B.A.
Widener University, J.D.
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Bar Location
Delaware
New Jersey
U.S. Court: District of Delaware
U.S. Court: District of New Jersey
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Professional Associations
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President: Delaware Trial Lawyers Association
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American Bar Association
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Delaware State Bar Association
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American Association for Justice
CONTACT
jboneill@kimmelcarter.com
(302) 565-6100
CONTACT
lkimmel@kimmelcarter.com
(302) 565-6100
Lawrance Spiller Kimmel
MANAGING PARTNER
An AV Preeminent peer-rated attorney and Kimmel Carter’s managing partner, Larry Kimmel is highly regarded by his peers, opposing counsel, and clients alike. Through his passion, his in-depth knowledge of the law and his persuasive abilities, Larry has taken over 15 civil cases to jury trial and has amassed an impressive record of settlements and verdicts for motor vehicle accident victims, injured workers, and victims of nursing home neglect, including several multi-million dollar settlements.
With Larry as your attorney, you will have an advocate who is a leader in his field, with a deep knowledge of personal injury and workers’ compensation law. As a past president of the Delaware Trial Lawyers Association and a former chair of the Workers’ Compensation Section of the Delaware State Bar Association, Larry played a key role in passing Delaware’s new underinsured motorist laws, along with other laws that protect the rights of personal injury plaintiffs and workers’ compensation claimants in the First State.
Larry is passionate about serving Delawareans both through his legal work and through community service. As chair of the Blue-Gold Basketball Board of Trustees, Larry goes above and beyond to ensure that the annual Blue-Gold All-Star Basketball Games are a successful fundraiser for the Best Buddies Delaware organization, while also providing unique educational opportunities for the student athletes involved. Larry is also a founding member and a former co-chair of the Jewish Federation of Delaware’s Ben-Gurion Society, which encourages philanthropy among the state’s young Jewish community.
Larry and his wife, Kimberly, are the proud parents of Juliette, Daniel, and Brittany.
Education
Cornell University, B.A.
Temple University, M.B.A.
Temple University, J.D.
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Bar Location
Delaware
Pennsylvania
New Jersey
U.S. Court: District of Delaware
U.S. Court: District of New Jersey
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Professional Associations​
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Delaware Trial Lawyers Association
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Delaware Trial Lawyers Association Legislative Committee
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Delaware State Bar Association Workers’ Compensation Section
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American Bar Association
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Delaware State Bar Association
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American Association for Justice
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Workers’ Injury Law Group
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Chair: Blue-Gold Basketball Board of Trustees
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Jewish Federation of Delaware Ben-Gurion Society
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Kimmel-Spiller Charitable Foundation Board of Trustees
Heather A. Long
PARTNER
Heather A. Long is a partner in the Newark office of Kimmel, Carter, Roman, Peltz & O'Neill, P.A. Licensed since 2005, Ms. Long’s practice is focused on assisting plaintiffs with workers' compensation, personal injury, motor vehicle accident, nursing home negligence, medical malpractice, and premises liability claims.
Ms. Long has a proven track record of attaining favorable results for clients injured as a result of an accident or while on the job, and she will work diligently to get you the compensation you deserve. Ms. Long is a former paramedic, an experience that gives her an edge when handling your injury claims. She knows what questions to ask your doctors, understands medical jargon, and can enter into negotiations armed with the information required to obtain the largest settlement possible for you.
With several years of experience practicing personal injury defense, Heather also understands how to negotiate with the insurance companies you are up against. Additionally, Ms. Long is skilled in the courtroom and has experience arguing before a judge and in front of a jury.
Education
University of Nebraska-Lincoln, B.F.A.
Widener University Delaware Law School, J.D.
Bar Location
New Jersey
Delaware
Pennsylvania
U.S. Virgin Islands
U.S. Court: District of Delaware
U.S. Court: District of New Jersey
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Professional Associations
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Delaware State Bar Associations
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Virgin Islands Bar Association
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Pennsylvania Bar Association
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Delaware Trial Lawyers Association
CONTACT
sgambogi@kimmelcarter.com
(302) 565-6100
Sean P. Gambogi
ASSOCIATE
Sean is an associate in the firm’s Newark office. His practice is focused primarily in personal injury, nursing home neglect, and workers' compensation.
Sean is a lifelong Delawarean. He began working with Kimmel Carter as a file clerk and courier while attending Salesianum High School and the University of Delaware. When he continued on to The Dickinson School of Law, he remained with the firm as a law clerk and also served as an intern with The Honorable William W. Caldwell, United States Judge for the Middle District of Pennsylvania.
Since his admission to the Delaware Bar in 2010, Sean has been an associate attorney with the firm. He is committed to thoughtfully and effectively representing individuals and families whose lives have been changed as the result of an injury.
Education
University of Delaware, B.A.
The Dickinson School of Law at Pennsylvania State University, J.D.
Bar Location
Delaware
U.S. Court: District of Delaware
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Professional Associations
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Delaware Trial Lawyers Association
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Delaware State Bar Association
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American Association for Justice- Nursing Home Neglect
Brian S. Legum
ASSOCIATE
Brian Legum is an associate attorney in the Newark office of Kimmel, Carter, Roman, Peltz & O'Neill, P.A. His practice is focused primarily on car accidents, wrongful death, workers' compensation, nursing home negligence, products liability, and medical malpractice.
Brian goes above and beyond to get his clients the compensation they deserve. He understands the stress experienced by those who have been injured, whether in a car accident, on private property, or on the job. He works to put clients at ease, while maintaining a clear focus on how to build a strong case against those responsible for their injuries. He is a committed advocate and a skilled negotiator.
Bilingual in Spanish and English, Brian works one on one with Spanish-speaking clients from their initial consultation to the closing of their case, alongside his bilingual legal assistant, Iris Torres. Brian is honored to be able to use his Spanish language skills to ensure that his clients have a deep understanding of their cases, while educating the community at large on their workers’ compensation and personal injury rights.
CONTACT
blegum@kimmelcarter.com
(302) 565-6100
Education
Columbia University, B.A.
Widener University School of Law, J.D.
Bar Location
New Jersey
Pennsylvania
Delaware
Professional Associations
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Supreme Court of Delaware Commission on Law and Technology
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American Bar Association
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Pennsylvania Bar Association
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Delaware State Bar Association
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Delaware Trial Lawyers Association
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Grand Lodge Free & Accepted Masons of the State of New York
CONTACT
elaursen@kimmelcarter.com
302-565-6135
Emily P. Laursen
ASSOCIATE
A graduate of Catholic University and Widener School of Law, Emily Laursen is thrilled to be the newest associate on the Kimmel Carter team.
Praised by the firm’s leadership for her superior research skills, her legal writing and her strong rapport with clients, Emily worked as a Kimmel Carter law clerk throughout her time at Widener, and was promoted to the position of associate following her graduation. She is barred in Delaware, Pennsylvania, New Jersey, and the U.S. District Court of Delaware and is a member of the American Association for Justice and the Delaware Trial Lawyers Association.
Emily is a lifelong Delawarean, and she is ready to do what it takes to get First State injury victims the compensation they deserve.
Education
Catholic Universoty of America, B.A.
Widener University Delaware Law School, J.D.
Bar Location
Delaware
Pennsylvania
New Jersey
U.S. Court: District of Delaware
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Professional Associations
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American Association for Justice
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Delaware Trial Lawyers Association
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Delaware State Bar Association