Atty. Thomas C Athens

Atty. Thomas C Athens

Thomas C Athens is a lawyer practicing litigation, torts, personal injury and 7 other areas of law. Thomas received a B.A. degree from University of Minnesota in 1956, and has been licensed for 67 years.

Fergus Falls Fergus Falls 67 yrs experience 67 year
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Profile Summary

About Thomas C Athens at a glance

Thomas C Athens is a personal injury, family law, employment, product liability, and litigation attorney based in Fergus Falls, Minnesota. They have 67+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1959. Admitted to practice in Minnesota (1959) and North Dakota (1985). Educated at University of Michigan (J.D., 1959) and University of Minnesota (B.A., 1956). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Otter Tail County, Sixteenth District (President, 1972), Seventh Judicial District and Minnesota State (Leading Minnesota Attorneys, Litigation) Bar Associations. Serands clients in Fergus Falls, MN and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Thomas C Athens is a lawyer practicing litigation, torts, personal injury and 7 other areas of law
  • Thomas received a B.A. degree from University of Minnesota in 1956, and has been licensed for 67 years
  • Thomas practices in Fergus Falls, MN

Practice Areas Explained

Thomas C Athens's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Thomas C Athens 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.

Thomas C Athens is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Minnesota →

Family Law

Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.

Thomas C Athens is one of 187,066 family law attorneys indexed nationally. Browse family law attorneys in Minnesota →

Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

Thomas C Athens is one of 169,120 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in Minnesota →

Product Liability

Thomas C Athens is one of 66,193 product liability attorneys indexed nationally. Browse product liability attorneys in Minnesota →

Civil Litigation

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

Thomas C Athens is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Minnesota →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Minnesota

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Thomas C Athens

Where is Thomas C Athens's law office located?
Thomas C Athens's law practice is located in Fergus Falls, Minnesota. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Thomas C Athens handle?
Thomas C Athens focuses on personal injury, family law, employment, product liability, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Minnesota.
How long has Thomas C Athens practiced law?
Thomas C Athens has 67+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1959.
Where did Thomas C Athens go to law school?
Thomas C Athens earned their education at (J.D., 1959); (B.A., 1956).
How can I contact Thomas C Athens for a consultation?
You can contact Thomas C Athens 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 C Athens received?
Thomas C Athens's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Michigan
- 1959
B.A.
University of Minnesota
- 1956

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Minnesota
Admitted: 1959
North Dakota
Admitted: 1985

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