Atty. Thomas DeFranco
Thomas DeFranco is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Commercial Litigation, Litigation - Securities and Securities Regulation. Thomas, who practices law in Washington, District of Columbia, has been recognized since 2025.
Commercial Litigation & More Attorney · Serving Washington, DC
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About Thomas DeFranco at a Glance
Thomas DeFranco is a business, securities, and litigation attorney based in Washington, District of Columbia, practicing at Davis Wright Tremaine LLP. Educated at Georgetown University (J.D., 2014). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Litigation (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Securities (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — Securities Regulation (2026). Serves clients in Washington, DC and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Thomas DeFranco
- Thomas DeFranco is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Commercial Litigation, Litigation - Securities and Securities Regulation
- Thomas, who practices law in Washington, District of Columbia, has been recognized since 2025
- This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Thomas is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area
Practice Areas Explained
Thomas DeFranco's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Thomas DeFranco handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Washington.
Business & Corporate Law in Washington
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
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Securities Law in Washington
Thomas DeFranco is one of 64,075 securities attorneys indexed nationally. Browse securities attorneys in District of Columbia →
Civil Litigation in Washington
Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
Thomas DeFranco is one of 450,751 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in District of Columbia →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Washington
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 venue, 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.
Washington Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Washington-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Washington Choose Thomas DeFranco
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Thomas DeFranco's practice in the field of business, securities, and litigation.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering business, securities, and litigation, Thomas DeFranco can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Washington
A Washington-based practice means Thomas DeFranco attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
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Common Legal Issues Thomas DeFranco Handles in Washington
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