Atty. David Thomas
David Thomas is a lawyer practicing tax, commercial litigation, insurance recovery. David received a A.B. degree from Stanford University in 1998, and has been licensed for 48 years.
Commercial Litigation & More Attorney · Serving San Francisco, CA · 48+ Years Experience
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About David Thomas at a Glance
David Thomas is a Partner based in San Francisco, California, practicing at Kasowitz Benson Torres LLP. They have 48+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1978. Their practice focuses on business, tax, litigation, and insurance. Admitted to practice in California (1978), U.S. District Court, Northern District of California (2001), U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit (2002), and U.S. District Court, Central District of California (2006). Educated at Harvard Law School (J.D., 2001) and Stanford University (A.B. Public, 1998). Active member of Bar Association of San Francisco State Bar of California American Bar Association. Serves clients in San Francisco, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About David Thomas
- David Thomas is a lawyer practicing tax, commercial litigation, insurance recovery
- David received a A.B. degree from Stanford University in 1998, and has been licensed for 48 years
- David practices at Kasowitz Benson Torres LLP in San Francisco, CA
Practice Areas Explained
David Thomas's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases David Thomas handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in San Francisco.
Business & Corporate Law in San Francisco
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
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Tax Law in San Francisco
Tax attorneys handle IRS audits, tax debt, international tax, estate planning, and tax court litigation.
David Thomas is one of 84,606 tax attorneys indexed nationally. Browse tax attorneys in California →
Civil Litigation in San Francisco
Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
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Insurance Law in San Francisco
Insurance attorneys for coverage disputes, bad faith claims, denied claims, and policy disputes.
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in San Francisco
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 San Francisco 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 venue, 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.
San Francisco Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a San Francisco-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in San Francisco Choose David Thomas
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish David Thomas's practice in the field of business, tax, litigation, and insurance.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
David Thomas brings 48+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in California, U.S. District Court, Northern District of California, and U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit, David Thomas can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering business, tax, and litigation, David Thomas can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in San Francisco
A San Francisco-based practice means David Thomas attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues David Thomas Handles in San Francisco
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This list is illustrative, not exhaustive. Contact David Thomas directly to discuss the specifics of your situation.
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