Atty. John Harrold Thomas

Atty. John Harrold Thomas

Hon. John Harrold Thomas is a lawyer practicing patents, trademarks.

Richmond Richmond 71 yrs experience 71 year
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About John Harrold Thomas at a glance

John Harrold Thomas is a Member based in Richmond, Virginia, practicing at Thomas, Karceski, Raring & Teague, P.C.. They have 71+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1955. Their practice focuses on patent and trademark. Admitted to practice in Virginia registered to practice before U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (1955), North Carolina (Inactive) (1986), and U.S. Court of Appeals, Fourth and Federal Circuits, U.S. District Court, Eastern and Western Distric (1997). Educated at Vanderbilt University (J.D., 1986) and Duke University (A.B., 1983). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Richmond, VA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Hon. John Harrold Thomas is a lawyer practicing patents, trademarks
  • John received a A.B. degree from Duke University in 1983, and has been licensed for 71 years
  • John practices at Thomas, Karceski, Raring & Teague, P.C. in Richmond, VA

Practice Areas Explained

John Harrold Thomas's Areas of Practice

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

Patent Law

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Trademark Law

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Virginia

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about John Harrold Thomas

Where is John Harrold Thomas's law office located?
John Harrold Thomas's law practice is located in Richmond, Virginia. The firm is Thomas, Karceski, Raring & Teague, P.C.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does John Harrold Thomas handle?
John Harrold Thomas focuses on patent, trademark. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Virginia.
How long has John Harrold Thomas practiced law?
John Harrold Thomas has 71+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1955.
Where did John Harrold Thomas go to law school?
John Harrold Thomas earned their education at (J.D., 1986); (A.B., 1983).
How can I contact John Harrold Thomas for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has John Harrold Thomas received?
John Harrold Thomas's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Practice Areas

Education

J.D.
Vanderbilt University
- 1986
A.B.
Duke University
- 1983

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Virginia registered to practice before U.S. Patent and Trademark Office
Admitted: 1955
North Carolina (Inactive)
Admitted: 1986
U.S. Court of Appeals, Fourth and Federal Circuits, U.S. District Court, Eastern and Western Distric
Admitted: 1997

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