Atty. Allison Bentley Thomas

Atty. Allison Bentley Thomas

Allison Bentley Thomas is a lawyer practicing securities litigation, commercial litigation, litigation and 1 other area of law. Allison received a A.B. degree from Mount Holyoke College in 1981, and has been licensed for 36 years.

Palo Alto Palo Alto 36 yrs experience 36 year
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Profile Summary

About Allison Bentley Thomas at a glance

Allison Bentley Thomas is a business, securities, litigation, and consumer attorney based in Palo Alto, California, practicing at Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati Professional Corporation. They have 36+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1990. Admitted to practice in California (1990). Educated at University of Connecticut School of Law (J.D., 1990) and Mount Holyoke College (A.B., 1981). Serands clients in Palo Alto, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Allison Bentley Thomas is a lawyer practicing securities litigation, commercial litigation, litigation and 1 other area of law
  • Allison received a A.B. degree from Mount Holyoke College in 1981, and has been licensed for 36 years
  • Allison practices at Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati Professional Corporation in Palo Alto, CA

Practice Areas Explained

Allison Bentley Thomas's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Allison Bentley Thomas handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

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Securities Law

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Civil Litigation

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Consumer Protection

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in California

Practicing law in California. Legal matters in California are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Palo Alto are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate California state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in California brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in California courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Allison Bentley Thomas

Where is Allison Bentley Thomas's law office located?
Allison Bentley Thomas's law practice is located in Palo Alto, California. The firm is Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati Professional Corporation. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Allison Bentley Thomas handle?
Allison Bentley Thomas focuses on business, securities, litigation, consumer. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Allison Bentley Thomas practiced law?
Allison Bentley Thomas has 36+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1990.
Where did Allison Bentley Thomas go to law school?
Allison Bentley Thomas earned their education at (J.D., 1990); (A.B., 1981).
How can I contact Allison Bentley Thomas for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
University of Connecticut School of Law
- 1990
A.B.
Mount Holyoke College
- 1981

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1990

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