Atty. Hardy L. Thomas

Atty. Hardy L. Thomas

Hardy L. Thomas is a lawyer practicing civil litigation, class action litigation, international corporate and 1 other area of law.

Santa Monica Santa Monica 60 yrs experience 60 year
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Profile Summary

About Hardy L. Thomas at a glance

Hardy L. Thomas is a business, real estate, class action, litigation, and international attorney based in Santa Monica, California. They have 60+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1966. Admitted to practice in California (1966) and U.S. District Court, Central, Northern and Southern Districts of California and U.S. Court of Appeal (1966). Educated at Harvard University (LL.B., 1965) and Stanford University (B.A., 1961). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Santa Monica, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Hardy L. Thomas is a lawyer practicing civil litigation, class action litigation, international corporate and 1 other area of law
  • Hardy received a B.A. degree from Stanford University in 1961, and has been licensed for 60 years
  • Hardy practices in Santa Monica, CA

Practice Areas Explained

Hardy L. Thomas's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Hardy L. 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.

Hardy L. Thomas is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in California →

Real Estate Law

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

Hardy L. Thomas is one of 316,149 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in California →

Class Action

Hardy L. Thomas is one of 26,424 class action attorneys indexed nationally. Browse class action attorneys in California →

Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

Hardy L. Thomas is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in California →

International Law

International law attorneys for cross-border transactions, trade, foreign investment, and treaties.

Hardy L. Thomas is one of 40,133 international attorneys indexed nationally. Browse international 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 Santa Monica 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 Hardy L. Thomas

Where is Hardy L. Thomas's law office located?
Hardy L. Thomas's law practice is located in Santa Monica, California. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Hardy L. Thomas handle?
Hardy L. Thomas focuses on business, real estate, class action, litigation, international. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Hardy L. Thomas practiced law?
Hardy L. Thomas has 60+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1966.
Where did Hardy L. Thomas go to law school?
Hardy L. Thomas earned their education at (LL.B., 1965); (B.A., 1961).
How can I contact Hardy L. Thomas for a consultation?
You can contact Hardy L. 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 Hardy L. Thomas received?
Hardy L. Thomas's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

LL.B.
Harvard University
- 1965
B.A.
Stanford University
- 1961

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1966
U.S. District Court, Central, Northern and Southern Districts of California and U.S. Court of Appeal
Admitted: 1966

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