Atty. Douglas P. Thomas

Atty. Douglas P. Thomas

Douglas P. Thomas is a lawyer practicing wills, estates, trusts and 4 other areas of law.

Scranton Scranton 42 J. Erfahrung 42 year
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Profile Summary

About Douglas P. Thomas at a glance

Douglas P. Thomas is an Of Counsel based in Scranton, Pennsylvania. They have 42+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1984. Their practice focuses on wills, trusts, probate, estate planning, and real estate. Admitted to practice in Pennsylvania (1984) and U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Pennsylvania (1986). Educated at Boston University (LL.M. Dickinson, 1985) and Lehigh University (B.S., 1981). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Lackawanna County and Pennsylvania Bar Associations. Serands clients in Scranton, PA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Douglas P. Thomas is a lawyer practicing wills, estates, trusts and 4 other areas of law
  • Douglas received a B.S. degree from Lehigh University in 1981, and has been licensed for 42 years
  • Douglas practices in Scranton, PA

Practice Areas Explained

Douglas P. Thomas's Areas of Practice

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

Wills

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Trusts

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Probate

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Estate Planning & Probate

An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.

Douglas P. Thomas is one of 226,537 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in Pennsylvania →

Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Pennsylvania

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Douglas P. Thomas

Where is Douglas P. Thomas's law office located?
Douglas P. Thomas's law practice is located in Scranton, Pennsylvania. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Douglas P. Thomas handle?
Douglas P. Thomas focuses on wills, trusts, probate, estate planning, real estate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Pennsylvania.
How long has Douglas P. Thomas practiced law?
Douglas P. Thomas has 42+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1984.
Where did Douglas P. Thomas go to law school?
Douglas P. Thomas earned their education at (LL.M. Dickinson, 1985); (B.S., 1981).
How can I contact Douglas P. Thomas for a consultation?
You can contact Douglas P. Thomas directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has Douglas P. Thomas received?
Douglas P. Thomas's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

LL.M. Dickinson
Boston University
- 1985
B.S.
Lehigh University
- 1981

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Pennsylvania
Admitted: 1984
U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Pennsylvania
Admitted: 1986

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