Atty. Richard Scott Thomas

Atty. Richard Scott Thomas

Richard Scott Thomas is a lawyer practicing insurance law, products liability litigation, personal injury litigation. Richard received a B.S. degree from Louisiana State University in 1973, and has been licensed for 48 years.

Baton Rouge Baton Rouge 48 yrs experience 48 year
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Profile Summary

About Richard Scott Thomas at a glance

Richard Scott Thomas is a Member based in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, practicing at Thomas Law Firm. They have 48+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1978. Their practice focuses on personal injury, litigation, and insurance. Admitted to practice in Louisiana (1978), U.S. District Courts, Eastern, Western and Middle Districts of Louisiana and U.S. Court of Appeals, (1980), U.S. Court of Appeals, Eleventh Circuit (1982), and U.S. Supreme Court (1992). Educated at Loyola University (J.D., 1978) and Louisiana State University (B.S., 1973). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Baton Rouge, Louisiana State and American Bar Associations Louisiana Association of Defense Counsel. Serands clients in Baton Rouge, LA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Richard Scott Thomas is a lawyer practicing insurance law, products liability litigation, personal injury litigation
  • Richard received a B.S. degree from Louisiana State University in 1973, and has been licensed for 48 years
  • Richard practices at Thomas Law Firm in Baton Rouge, LA

Practice Areas Explained

Richard Scott Thomas's Areas of Practice

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

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.

Richard Scott Thomas is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Louisiana →

Civil Litigation

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

Richard Scott Thomas is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Louisiana →

Insurance Law

Insurance attorneys for coverage disputes, bad faith claims, denied claims, and policy disputes.

Richard Scott Thomas is one of 121,912 insurance attorneys indexed nationally. Browse insurance attorneys in Louisiana →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Louisiana

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Richard Scott Thomas

Where is Richard Scott Thomas's law office located?
Richard Scott Thomas's law practice is located in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. The firm is Thomas Law Firm. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Richard Scott Thomas handle?
Richard Scott Thomas focuses on personal injury, litigation, insurance. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Louisiana.
How long has Richard Scott Thomas practiced law?
Richard Scott Thomas has 48+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1978.
Where did Richard Scott Thomas go to law school?
Richard Scott Thomas earned their education at (J.D., 1978); (B.S., 1973).
How can I contact Richard Scott Thomas for a consultation?
You can contact Richard Scott 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 Richard Scott Thomas received?
Richard Scott Thomas's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
Loyola University
- 1978
B.S.
Louisiana State University
- 1973

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Louisiana
Admitted: 1978
U.S. District Courts, Eastern, Western and Middle Districts of Louisiana and U.S. Court of Appeals,
Admitted: 1980
U.S. Court of Appeals, Eleventh Circuit
Admitted: 1982
U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 1992
Texas
Admitted: 1997

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