Atty. Thomas Charles Defilipps

Atty. Thomas Charles Defilipps

Mr. Thomas Charles Defilipps is a lawyer practicing corporate governance and compliance, emerging companies and venture capital, m&a and private equity and 5 other areas of law.

Palo Alto Palo Alto 45 yrs experience 45 year
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Profile Summary

About Thomas Charles Defilipps at a glance

Thomas Charles Defilipps is a Partner based in Palo Alto, California, practicing at Sidley Austin LLP. They have 45+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1981. Their practice focuses on business, m&a, securities, and government. Admitted to practice in California (1981). Educated at Stanford Law School (J.D., 1981) and Stanford University (A.B. Stanford, 1978). Active member of State Bar of California American Bar Association. Serands clients in Palo Alto, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Mr. Thomas Charles Defilipps is a lawyer practicing corporate governance and compliance, emerging companies and venture capital, m&a and private equity and 5 other areas of law
  • Thomas received a A.B. degree from Stanford University in 1978, and has been licensed for 45 years
  • Thomas practices at Sidley Austin LLP in Palo Alto, CA

Practice Areas Explained

Thomas Charles Defilipps's Areas of Practice

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

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

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Mergers & Acquisitions

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Securities Law

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Government & Administrative Law

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in California

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Thomas Charles Defilipps

Where is Thomas Charles Defilipps's law office located?
Thomas Charles Defilipps's law practice is located in Palo Alto, California. The firm is Sidley Austin LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Thomas Charles Defilipps handle?
Thomas Charles Defilipps focuses on business, m&a, securities, government. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Thomas Charles Defilipps practiced law?
Thomas Charles Defilipps has 45+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1981.
Where did Thomas Charles Defilipps go to law school?
Thomas Charles Defilipps earned their education at (J.D., 1981); (A.B. Stanford, 1978).
How can I contact Thomas Charles Defilipps for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Stanford Law School
- 1981
A.B. Stanford
Stanford University
- 1978

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1981

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