Atty. James D. Thomas

Atty. James D. Thomas

James D. Thomas is a lawyer practicing litigation, appellate & supreme court, bankruptcy & restructuring litigation and 7 other areas of law.

Cleveland Cleveland 39 yrs experience 39 year
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Profile Summary

About James D. Thomas at a glance

James D. Thomas is a business, bankruptcy, construction, litigation, and appellate attorney based in Cleveland, Ohio. They have 39+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1987. Admitted to practice in Ohio (1987) and Florida U.S. Supreme Court U.S. Court of Appeals, Fifth, Sixth and Federal Circuits U.S. District Co (2009). Educated at University of Toledo (J.D., 1987) and Adrian College (B.A., 1984). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Cleveland, OH and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • James D. Thomas is a lawyer practicing litigation, appellate & supreme court, bankruptcy & restructuring litigation and 7 other areas of law
  • James D. received a B.A. degree from Adrian College in 1984, and has been licensed for 39 years
  • James D. practices in Cleveland, OH

Practice Areas Explained

James D. Thomas's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases James D. 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.

James D. Thomas is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Ohio →

Bankruptcy & Debt

A bankruptcy attorney can help you eliminate debt, stop creditor harassment, and protect your home through Chapter 7 or Chapter 13.

James D. Thomas is one of 105,321 bankruptcy attorneys indexed nationally. Browse bankruptcy attorneys in Ohio →

Construction Law

James D. Thomas is one of 40,689 construction attorneys indexed nationally. Browse construction attorneys in Ohio →

Civil Litigation

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

James D. Thomas is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Ohio →

Appellate Practice

Appellate attorneys for civil and criminal appeals at state and federal court.

James D. Thomas is one of 86,319 appellate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse appellate attorneys in Ohio →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Ohio

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about James D. Thomas

Where is James D. Thomas's law office located?
James D. Thomas's law practice is located in Cleveland, Ohio. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James D. Thomas handle?
James D. Thomas focuses on business, bankruptcy, construction, litigation, appellate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Ohio.
How long has James D. Thomas practiced law?
James D. Thomas has 39+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1987.
Where did James D. Thomas go to law school?
James D. Thomas earned their education at (J.D., 1987); (B.A., 1984).
How can I contact James D. Thomas for a consultation?
You can contact James D. 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 James D. Thomas received?
James D. Thomas's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Toledo
- 1987
B.A.
Adrian College
- 1984

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Ohio
Admitted: 1987
Florida U.S. Supreme Court U.S. Court of Appeals, Fifth, Sixth and Federal Circuits U.S. District Co
Admitted: 2009

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