Atty. Michael J. Thomas

Atty. Michael J. Thomas

Michael J. Thomas is Co-Chair of the National Construction Law Practice.

Miami Miami 20 yrs experience 20 year
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About Michael J. Thomas at a glance

Michael J. Thomas is a Shareholder based in Miami, Florida, practicing at Greenberg Traurig, LLP. They have 20+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2006. Their practice focuses on real estate, construction, estate litigation, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Florida U.S. Court of Appeals for the Eleventh Circuit U.S. District Court for the Middle District o (2006). Educated at University of Florida Levin College of Law (J.D., 2005) and University of Florida (B.S., 2002). Active member of Professional & Community Involvement •Member, American Bar Association, Construction Law Section •Member, Florida Bar Association, Construction Law Committee •Member, Miami-Dade County Bar Association. Serands clients in Miami, FL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Michael J. Thomas is Co-Chair of the National Construction Law Practice
  • Michael is a “go to” litigator and construction attorney for complex construction litigation and real estate focused commercial disputes
  • Michael is an accomplished litigator with significant courtroom experience, who works with his clients to find practical and effective, out-of-court resolutions whenever possible
  • Michael represented many of the largest development companies in Florida and represents and counsels his developer clients in all aspects of the design, development and construction of residential, commercial and mixed-use real estate development projects, including construction contract negotiation, design services contract negotiation, construction financing, insurance, contract administration, risk management, suretyship, mechanic’s lien law, construction and design defect litigation, and alternative dispute resolution
  • Michael is also board certified by The Florida Bar in construction law
  • City & State Florida recently named Michael to the 'Construction Power 100' list
  • Concentrations •Construction •Architecture, engineering and design •Insurance •Bonds and suretyship •Condominiums •Mass torts •Business litigation •Real estate litigation •Trial and appellate practice Recognition & Leadership Awards & Accolades •Listed, Law360, 'MVP - Construction,' 2023 •Team Member, U.S
  • News - Best Lawyers, Best Law Firms Edition, 'Law Firm of the Year,' Real Estate - Litigation, 2017 and 2022 •Listed, Chambers USA Guide, 2020-2025 •Listed, The Best Lawyers in America, Construction Law, 2019-2026 •Listed, The Legal 500 United States, Real Estate> Construction (Including Construction Litigation), 2016 and 2019-2025 •Listed, Super Lawyers magazine •Florida Super Lawyers, 2024-2025 •Florida Super Lawyers, 'Rising Star,' 2009-2011 •Team Member, Chambers & Partners USA Real Estate Law Firm of the Year, 2017-2018 and 2022 •Listed, City & State Florida, 'Construction Power 100, '2023 •Team Member, a Law360 'Construction Practice Group of the Year,' 2020, 2022 •Listed, South Florida Legal Guide, 'Top Up-and-Comer,' 2020-2021 •Board Certified in Construction Law by The Florida Bar •Team Member, a Law360 'Real Estate Practice Group of the Year,' 2015, 2022 and 2023

Practice Areas Explained

Michael J. Thomas's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Michael 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.

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Construction Law

Michael J. Thomas is one of 40,689 construction attorneys indexed nationally. Browse construction attorneys in Florida →

Estate & Trust Litigation

Michael J. Thomas is one of 20,023 estate litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate litigation attorneys in Florida →

Civil Litigation

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

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Florida

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Michael J. Thomas

Where is Michael J. Thomas's law office located?
Michael J. Thomas's law practice is located in Miami, Florida. The firm is Greenberg Traurig, LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Michael J. Thomas handle?
Michael J. Thomas focuses on real estate, construction, estate litigation, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Florida.
How long has Michael J. Thomas practiced law?
Michael J. Thomas has 20+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2006.
Where did Michael J. Thomas go to law school?
Michael J. Thomas earned their education at (J.D., 2005); (B.S., 2002).
How can I contact Michael J. Thomas for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
University of Florida Levin College of Law
- 2005
B.S.
University of Florida
- 2002

Bar Admissions

Florida U.S. Court of Appeals for the Eleventh Circuit U.S. District Court for the Middle District o
Admitted: 2006

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