Atty. Thomas Dean Phelps

Atty. Thomas Dean Phelps

Thomas Dean Phelps is a lawyer practicing corporate & finance, financial services and banking, advertising and 1 other area of law. Thomas received a B.S. degree from Iowa State University in 1959, and has been licensed for 63 years.

Los Angeles Los Angeles 63 yrs experience 63 year
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Profile Summary

About Thomas Dean Phelps at a glance

Thomas Dean Phelps is a Partner, Financial Services and Banking based in Los Angeles, California, practicing at Manatt Phelps And Phillips Llp. They have 63+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1963. Their practice focuses on business, government, and entertainment. Admitted to practice in Iowa (1963), California (1964), and U.S. Supreme Court (1979). Educated at Iowa State University (B.S., 1959) and George Washington University Law School J.D. 1963 Board of Editors George Washington University Law School J.D. George Washington Law Review (—). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Los Angeles, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Thomas Dean Phelps is a lawyer practicing corporate & finance, financial services and banking, advertising and 1 other area of law
  • Thomas received a B.S. degree from Iowa State University in 1959, and has been licensed for 63 years
  • Thomas practices at Manatt, Phelps & Phillips, LLP in Los Angeles, CA and 1 other location

Practice Areas Explained

Thomas Dean Phelps's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Thomas Dean Phelps 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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Government & Administrative Law

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Entertainment & Sports 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 Los Angeles 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

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Where is Thomas Dean Phelps's law office located?
Thomas Dean Phelps's law practice is located in Los Angeles, California. The firm is Manatt Phelps And Phillips Llp. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Thomas Dean Phelps handle?
Thomas Dean Phelps focuses on business, government, entertainment. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Thomas Dean Phelps practiced law?
Thomas Dean Phelps has 63+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1963.
Where did Thomas Dean Phelps go to law school?
Thomas Dean Phelps earned their education at (B.S., 1959); (—).
How can I contact Thomas Dean Phelps for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Thomas Dean Phelps received?
Thomas Dean Phelps's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

B.S.
Iowa State University
- 1959
George Washington University Law School J.D. 1963 Board of Editors George Washington University Law School J.D. George Washington Law Review
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Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Iowa
Admitted: 1963
California
Admitted: 1964
U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 1979

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