Atty. Matthew Hummel Thomas

Atty. Matthew Hummel Thomas

Matthew Hummel Thomas is a lawyer practicing constitutional, criminal, government and 8 other areas of law. Matthew received a degree from Washington State University in 1986, and has been licensed for 36 years.

Tacoma Tacoma 36 yrs experience 36 year
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Profile Summary

About Matthew Hummel Thomas at a glance

Matthew Hummel Thomas is an U.S. Atty. based in Tacoma, Washington. They have 36+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1990. Their practice focuses on criminal defense, bankruptcy, litigation, civil rights, and government. Admitted to practice in Washington (1990). Educated at University of Washington (J.D., 1990) and Washington State University (B.A., 1986). Serands clients in Tacoma, WA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Matthew Hummel Thomas is a lawyer practicing constitutional, criminal, government and 8 other areas of law
  • Matthew received a degree from Washington State University in 1986, and has been licensed for 36 years
  • Matthew practices in Tacoma, WA

Practice Areas Explained

Matthew Hummel Thomas's Areas of Practice

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

Criminal Defense

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Bankruptcy & Debt

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Civil Litigation

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Civil Rights

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Government & Administrative Law

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Washington

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Matthew Hummel Thomas

Where is Matthew Hummel Thomas's law office located?
Matthew Hummel Thomas's law practice is located in Tacoma, Washington. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Matthew Hummel Thomas handle?
Matthew Hummel Thomas focuses on criminal defense, bankruptcy, litigation, civil rights, government. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Washington.
How long has Matthew Hummel Thomas practiced law?
Matthew Hummel Thomas has 36+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1990.
Where did Matthew Hummel Thomas go to law school?
Matthew Hummel Thomas earned their education at (J.D., 1990); (B.A., 1986).
How can I contact Matthew Hummel Thomas for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
University of Washington
- 1990
B.A.
Washington State University
- 1986

Bar Admissions

Washington
Admitted: 1990

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