Atty. Scott R. Thomas

Atty. Scott R. Thomas

Chairman, Moot Court Board, 1982-1983. Note Editor, Albany Law Review, 1982-1983.

Fort Mitchell Fort Mitchell 43 yrs experience 43 year
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Profile Summary

About Scott R. Thomas at a glance

Scott R. Thomas is a Member based in Fort Mitchell, Kentucky, practicing at Finney Law Firm (formerly Hemmer Wessels McMurtry PLLC). They have 43+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1983. Their practice focuses on litigation. Admitted to practice in New York (1983), Ohio (1993), U.S. Court of Appeals, Sixth Circuit and U.S. District Court, Southern District of Ohio (1993), and Kentucky (2006). Educated at Albany Law School of Union University (J.D., 1983) and United States Naval Academy (B.S.M.E. Golden, 1978). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Fort Mitchell, KY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Chairman, Moot Court Board, 1982-1983
  • Note Editor, Albany Law Review, 1982-1983
  • Editor, Naval Law Review, 1990-1992

Author

  • "Gauging the Reasonableness of Non-arrest Seizures," Albany Law Review, Vol. 46, 1982
  • Judge Advocate, U.S
  • Marine Corps, Lieutenant Colonel, 1978-1992
  • Special Assistant U.S
  • Attorney, Eastern District of North Carolina, 1984-1985
  • Adjunct Faculty, Central Texas College, Business Law, 1986-1987
  • ABA Military Lawyer, 1989
  • NBI Faculty, "Superior Deposition Strategies," 2004
  • "Ohio Civil Trials," 2005-2008
  • and "Negotiation," 2007

Practice Areas Explained

Scott R. Thomas's Areas of Practice

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

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 Kentucky

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Scott R. Thomas

Where is Scott R. Thomas's law office located?
Scott R. Thomas's law practice is located in Fort Mitchell, Kentucky. The firm is Finney Law Firm (formerly Hemmer Wessels McMurtry PLLC). You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Scott R. Thomas handle?
Scott R. Thomas focuses on litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Kentucky.
How long has Scott R. Thomas practiced law?
Scott R. Thomas has 43+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1983.
Where did Scott R. Thomas go to law school?
Scott R. Thomas earned their education at (J.D., 1983); (B.S.M.E. Golden, 1978).
How can I contact Scott R. Thomas for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Scott R. Thomas received?
Scott R. Thomas's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Practice Areas

Education

J.D.
Albany Law School of Union University
- 1983
B.S.M.E. Golden
United States Naval Academy
- 1978

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

New York
Admitted: 1983
Ohio
Admitted: 1993
U.S. Court of Appeals, Sixth Circuit and U.S. District Court, Southern District of Ohio
Admitted: 1993
Kentucky
Admitted: 2006

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