Atty. Howard J. Thomas

Atty. Howard J. Thomas

Howard J. Thomas is a lawyer practicing administrative law, real estate law, zoning law.

Gaithersburg Gaithersburg 72 yrs experience 72 year
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Profile Summary

About Howard J. Thomas at a glance

Howard J. Thomas is a real estate, zoning, and government attorney based in Gaithersburg, Maryland. They have 72+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1954. Admitted to practice in Maryland (1954) and U.S. Supreme Court (1960). Educated at Cornell University (LL.B., 1954) and University of Maryland and Cornell University (A.B., 1950). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Gaithersburg, MD and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Howard J. Thomas is a lawyer practicing administrative law, real estate law, zoning law
  • Howard received a A.B. degree from University of Maryland and Cornell University in 1950, and has been licensed for 72 years
  • Howard practices in Gaithersburg, MD

Practice Areas Explained

Howard J. Thomas's Areas of Practice

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

Real Estate Law

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

Howard J. Thomas is one of 316,149 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in Maryland →

Land Use & Zoning

Howard J. Thomas is one of 40,226 zoning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse zoning attorneys in Maryland →

Government & Administrative Law

Attorneys for administrative law, agency hearings, government contracts, licensing, and public benefits.

Howard J. Thomas is one of 132,225 government attorneys indexed nationally. Browse government attorneys in Maryland →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Maryland

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Howard J. Thomas

Where is Howard J. Thomas's law office located?
Howard J. Thomas's law practice is located in Gaithersburg, Maryland. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Howard J. Thomas handle?
Howard J. Thomas focuses on real estate, zoning, government. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Maryland.
How long has Howard J. Thomas practiced law?
Howard J. Thomas has 72+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1954.
Where did Howard J. Thomas go to law school?
Howard J. Thomas earned their education at (LL.B., 1954); (A.B., 1950).
How can I contact Howard J. Thomas for a consultation?
You can contact Howard J. 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 Howard J. Thomas received?
Howard J. Thomas's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

LL.B.
Cornell University
- 1954
A.B.
University of Maryland and Cornell University
- 1950

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Maryland
Admitted: 1954
U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 1960

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