Atty. Michelle Pretlow Thomas

Atty. Michelle Pretlow Thomas

Michelle Pretlow Thomas is a lawyer practicing employee benefits, healthcare, executive compensation and 1 other area of law. Michelle Pretlow received a B.A. degree from Spelman College in 1992, and has been licensed for 29 years.

Washington Washington 29 yrs experience 29 year
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Profile Summary

About Michelle Pretlow Thomas at a glance

Michelle Pretlow Thomas is a Special Counsel based in Washington, District of Columbia, practicing at Littler Mendelson P C. They have 29+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1997. Their practice focuses on employment, employment contracts, litigation, and health care. Admitted to practice in Virginia Virginia Supreme Court (1997) and District of Columbia U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Virginia U.S. District Court for the D (2003). Educated at Howard University School of Law (J.D., 1997) and Spelman College (B.A., 1992). Serands clients in Washington, DC and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Michelle Pretlow Thomas is a lawyer practicing employee benefits, healthcare, executive compensation and 1 other area of law
  • Michelle Pretlow received a B.A. degree from Spelman College in 1992, and has been licensed for 29 years
  • Michelle Pretlow practices at Littler Mendelson P.C. in Washington, DC

Practice Areas Explained

Michelle Pretlow Thomas's Areas of Practice

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

Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

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Employment Contracts

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Civil Litigation

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Health Care Law

Health care attorneys for HIPAA, Medicare, Medicaid, regulatory compliance, and medical licensing matters.

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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 Michelle Pretlow Thomas

Where is Michelle Pretlow Thomas's law office located?
Michelle Pretlow Thomas's law practice is located in Washington, District of Columbia. The firm is Littler Mendelson P C. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Michelle Pretlow Thomas handle?
Michelle Pretlow Thomas focuses on employment, employment contracts, litigation, health care. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in District of Columbia.
How long has Michelle Pretlow Thomas practiced law?
Michelle Pretlow Thomas has 29+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1997.
Where did Michelle Pretlow Thomas go to law school?
Michelle Pretlow Thomas earned their education at (J.D., 1997); (B.A., 1992).
How can I contact Michelle Pretlow Thomas for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Howard University School of Law
- 1997
B.A.
Spelman College
- 1992

Bar Admissions

Virginia Virginia Supreme Court
Admitted: 1997
District of Columbia U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Virginia U.S. District Court for the D
Admitted: 2003

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