Atty. Donica Thomas Varner

Atty. Donica Thomas Varner

Donica Thomas Varner is a lawyer practicing employment law, labor law, general litigation and 5 other areas of law. Donica received a B.A. degree from North Carolina State University in 1991, and has been licensed for 32 years.

Ithaca Ithaca 32 yrs experience 32 year
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Profile Summary

About Donica Thomas Varner at a glance

Donica Thomas Varner is an Univ. of Michigan based in Ithaca, New York. They have 32+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1994. Their practice focuses on employment, litigation, and civil rights. Admitted to practice in Michigan (1994) and U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Michigan (1994). Educated at University of Michigan (J.D., 1993) and North Carolina State University (B.A., 1991). Serands clients in Ithaca, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Donica Thomas Varner is a lawyer practicing employment law, labor law, general litigation and 5 other areas of law
  • Donica received a B.A. degree from North Carolina State University in 1991, and has been licensed for 32 years
  • Donica practices in Ithaca, NY

Practice Areas Explained

Donica Thomas Varner's Areas of Practice

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

Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

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Civil Litigation

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Civil Rights

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in New York

Practicing law in New York. Legal matters in New York are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Ithaca are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate New York state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in New York 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 New York courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Donica Thomas Varner

Where is Donica Thomas Varner's law office located?
Donica Thomas Varner's law practice is located in Ithaca, New York. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Donica Thomas Varner handle?
Donica Thomas Varner focuses on employment, litigation, civil rights. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New York.
How long has Donica Thomas Varner practiced law?
Donica Thomas Varner has 32+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1994.
Where did Donica Thomas Varner go to law school?
Donica Thomas Varner earned their education at (J.D., 1993); (B.A., 1991).
How can I contact Donica Thomas Varner for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
University of Michigan
- 1993
B.A.
North Carolina State University
- 1991

Bar Admissions

Michigan
Admitted: 1994
U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Michigan
Admitted: 1994

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