Atty. Thomas A. McDonald

Atty. Thomas A. McDonald

Thomas A. McDonald is a lawyer practicing government relations, international law, labor and employment law and 1 other area of law.

Washington Washington 45 yrs experience 45 year
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About Thomas A. McDonald at a glance

Thomas A. McDonald is a Partner based in Washington, District of Columbia, practicing at Baker And Hostetler Llp. They have 45+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1981. Their practice focuses on employment, government, adr, and international. Admitted to practice in Ohio (1981), District of Columbia (1987), and New York (1996). Educated at University of Minnesota Law School (J.D., 1979) and George Washington University (B.A., 1976). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of The Association of the Bar of the City of New York Cleveland (Member, Labor Law Section), Broome County, Ohio State (Member, Labor Law Section) and American (Member, Labor Law Section) Bar Associations The District of Columbia Bar. Serands clients in Washington, DC and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Thomas A. McDonald is a lawyer practicing government relations, international law, labor and employment law and 1 other area of law
  • Thomas A. received a B.A. degree from George Washington University in 1976, and has been licensed for 45 years
  • Thomas A. practices at Baker & Hostetler LLP in Washington, DC

Practice Areas Explained

Thomas A. McDonald's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Thomas A. McDonald 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.

Thomas A. McDonald is one of 169,120 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in District of Columbia →

Government & Administrative Law

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

Thomas A. McDonald is one of 132,225 government attorneys indexed nationally. Browse government attorneys in District of Columbia →

Mediation & Arbitration

Mediators and arbitrators for civil, commercial, family, and employment dispute resolution.

Thomas A. McDonald is one of 73,906 adr attorneys indexed nationally. Browse adr attorneys in District of Columbia →

International Law

International law attorneys for cross-border transactions, trade, foreign investment, and treaties.

Thomas A. McDonald is one of 40,133 international attorneys indexed nationally. Browse international attorneys in District of Columbia →

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 Thomas A. McDonald

Where is Thomas A. McDonald's law office located?
Thomas A. McDonald's law practice is located in Washington, District of Columbia. The firm is Baker And Hostetler Llp. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Thomas A. McDonald handle?
Thomas A. McDonald focuses on employment, government, adr, international. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in District of Columbia.
How long has Thomas A. McDonald practiced law?
Thomas A. McDonald has 45+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1981.
Where did Thomas A. McDonald go to law school?
Thomas A. McDonald earned their education at (J.D., 1979); (B.A., 1976).
How can I contact Thomas A. McDonald for a consultation?
You can contact Thomas A. McDonald 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 Thomas A. McDonald received?
Thomas A. McDonald's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Minnesota Law School
- 1979
B.A.
George Washington University
- 1976

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Ohio
Admitted: 1981
District of Columbia
Admitted: 1987
New York
Admitted: 1996

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