Atty. Rhonda C. Thomas

Atty. Rhonda C. Thomas

Rhonda C. Thomas is a lawyer practicing public finance, nonprofit and charitable organizations, municipal law and 4 other areas of law.

Chicago Chicago 53 yrs experience 53 year
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Profile Summary

About Rhonda C. Thomas at a glance

Rhonda C. Thomas is a Partner based in Chicago, Illinois, practicing at Thompson Coburn LLP. They have 53+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1973. Their practice focuses on real estate, tax, education, government, and energy. Admitted to practice in Missouri (1973), Illinois (2001), and New Mexico (2023). Educated at University of Missouri School of Law (J.D., 1973) and Drury College (B.A., 1969). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Rhonda C. Thomas is a lawyer practicing public finance, nonprofit and charitable organizations, municipal law and 4 other areas of law
  • Rhonda received a B.A. degree from Drury College in 1969, and has been licensed for 53 years
  • Rhonda practices at Thompson Coburn LLP in Chicago, IL and 1 other location

Practice Areas Explained

Rhonda C. Thomas's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Rhonda C. 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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Tax Law

Tax attorneys handle IRS audits, tax debt, international tax, estate planning, and tax court litigation.

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Education Law

Education attorneys for special education (IEP), school discipline, Title IX, and student rights.

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Government & Administrative Law

Attorneys for administrative law, agency hearings, government contracts, licensing, and public benefits.

Rhonda C. Thomas is one of 132,225 government attorneys indexed nationally. Browse government attorneys in Illinois →

Energy & Utilities Law

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Illinois

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Rhonda C. Thomas

Where is Rhonda C. Thomas's law office located?
Rhonda C. Thomas's law practice is located in Chicago, Illinois. The firm is Thompson Coburn LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Rhonda C. Thomas handle?
Rhonda C. Thomas focuses on real estate, tax, education, government, energy. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Rhonda C. Thomas practiced law?
Rhonda C. Thomas has 53+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1973.
Where did Rhonda C. Thomas go to law school?
Rhonda C. Thomas earned their education at (J.D., 1973); (B.A., 1969).
How can I contact Rhonda C. Thomas for a consultation?
You can contact Rhonda C. Thomas 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 Rhonda C. Thomas received?
Rhonda C. Thomas's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Missouri School of Law
- 1973
B.A.
Drury College
- 1969

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Missouri
Admitted: 1973
Illinois
Admitted: 2001
New Mexico
Admitted: 2023

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