Atty. Franklin Dean Thomas

Atty. Franklin Dean Thomas

Franklin Dean Thomas is a lawyer practicing personal injury defense, contractual indemnification, insurance coverage and bad faith. Franklin received a B.A. degree from Stanford University in 1972, and has been licensed for 51 years.

San Francisco San Francisco 51 yrs experience 51 year
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Profile Summary

About Franklin Dean Thomas at a glance

Franklin Dean Thomas is a Member based in San Francisco, California, practicing at Hines & Thomas. They have 51+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1975. Their practice focuses on personal injury and insurance. Admitted to practice in California (1975). Educated at Hastings College of the Law, University of California (J.D., 1975) and Stanford University (B.A., 1972). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of State Bar of California Association of Defense Counsel of Northern California. Serands clients in San Francisco, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Franklin Dean Thomas is a lawyer practicing personal injury defense, contractual indemnification, insurance coverage and bad faith
  • Franklin received a B.A. degree from Stanford University in 1972, and has been licensed for 51 years
  • Franklin practices at Hines & Thomas in San Francisco, CA

Practice Areas Explained

Franklin Dean Thomas's Areas of Practice

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

Personal Injury

Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.

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Insurance Law

Insurance attorneys for coverage disputes, bad faith claims, denied claims, and policy disputes.

Franklin Dean Thomas is one of 121,912 insurance attorneys indexed nationally. Browse insurance attorneys in California →

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 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 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 Franklin Dean Thomas

Where is Franklin Dean Thomas's law office located?
Franklin Dean Thomas's law practice is located in San Francisco, California. The firm is Hines & Thomas. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Franklin Dean Thomas handle?
Franklin Dean Thomas focuses on personal injury, insurance. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Franklin Dean Thomas practiced law?
Franklin Dean Thomas has 51+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1975.
Where did Franklin Dean Thomas go to law school?
Franklin Dean Thomas earned their education at (J.D., 1975); (B.A., 1972).
How can I contact Franklin Dean Thomas for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Franklin Dean Thomas received?
Franklin Dean Thomas's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Hastings College of the Law, University of California
- 1975
B.A.
Stanford University
- 1972

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1975

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