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Shelly K. Thomas is a criminal defense, family law, estate planning, and civil rights attorney based in Tallahassee, Florida. They have 21+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2005. Admitted to practice in Florida (2005). Educated at Florida State University College of Law law (—). Serands clients in Tallahassee, FL and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- Ms. Shelly K. Thomas is a lawyer practicing family, criminal defense, civil rights and 1 other area of law
- Shelly has been licensed for 21 years
- Shelly practices in Tallahassee, FL
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Shelly K. Thomas's Areas of Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Shelly K. Thomas handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.
A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.
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Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.
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An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.
Shelly K. Thomas is one of 226,536 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in Florida →
Civil rights attorneys for discrimination, police misconduct, constitutional rights, and civil liberties cases.
Shelly K. Thomas is one of 70,245 civil rights attorneys indexed nationally. Browse civil rights attorneys in Florida →
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 Tallahassee 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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