Atty. Joseph Thomas Small, Jr.

Atty. Joseph Thomas Small, Jr.

Joseph Thomas Small, Jr. is a lawyer practicing litigation and dispute resolution, antitrust and competition law, catastrophic and mass disaster litigation and 8 other areas of law. Joseph received a B.A. degree from Washington & Lee University in 1969, and has been licensed for 51 years.

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Profile Summary

About Joseph Thomas Small, Jr. at a glance

Joseph Thomas Small, Jr. is a Partner-in Charge, Washington Office based in Washington, District of Columbia, practicing at Norton Rose Fulbright. They have 51+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1975. Their practice focuses on patent, personal injury, white collar, product liability, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Virginia (1975) and District of Columbia (1977). Educated at University of Virginia (J.D., 1975) and Washington & Lee University (B.A. Philosophy, 1969). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Washington, DC and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Joseph Thomas Small, Jr. is a lawyer practicing litigation and dispute resolution, antitrust and competition law, catastrophic and mass disaster litigation and 8 other areas of law
  • Joseph received a B.A. degree from Washington & Lee University in 1969, and has been licensed for 51 years
  • Joseph practices at Norton Rose Fulbright in Washington, DC

Practice Areas Explained

Joseph Thomas Small, Jr.'s Areas of Practice

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

Patent Law

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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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White Collar Crimes

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Product Liability

Joseph Thomas Small, Jr. is one of 66,193 product liability attorneys indexed nationally. Browse product liability attorneys in District of Columbia →

Civil Litigation

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

Joseph Thomas Small, Jr. is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in District of Columbia →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in District of Columbia

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Joseph Thomas Small, Jr.

Where is Joseph Thomas Small, Jr.'s law office located?
Joseph Thomas Small, Jr.'s law practice is located in Washington, District of Columbia. The firm is Norton Rose Fulbright. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Joseph Thomas Small, Jr. handle?
Joseph Thomas Small, Jr. focuses on patent, personal injury, white collar, product liability, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in District of Columbia.
How long has Joseph Thomas Small, Jr. practiced law?
Joseph Thomas Small, Jr. has 51+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1975.
Where did Joseph Thomas Small, Jr. go to law school?
Joseph Thomas Small, Jr. earned their education at (J.D., 1975); (B.A. Philosophy, 1969).
How can I contact Joseph Thomas Small, Jr. for a consultation?
You can contact Joseph Thomas Small, Jr. 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 Joseph Thomas Small, Jr. received?
Joseph Thomas Small, Jr.'s notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Virginia
- 1975
B.A. Philosophy
Washington & Lee University
- 1969

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Virginia
Admitted: 1975
District of Columbia
Admitted: 1977

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