Atty. Thomas E. Burns, Jr.

Atty. Thomas E. Burns, Jr.

Thomas E. Burns, Jr. is a lawyer practicing international law.

Washington Washington 54 yrs experience 54 year
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About Thomas E. Burns, Jr. at a glance

Thomas E. Burns, Jr. is a Dep. Asst. Secy. of State based in Washington, District of Columbia. They have 54+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1972. Their practice focuses on international. Admitted to practice in New York (1972) and Second Judicial District (1972). Educated at St. John's University (J.D., 1964) and St. John's University (B.A., 1961). Serands clients in Washington, DC and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Thomas E. Burns, Jr. is a lawyer practicing international law
  • Thomas received a B.A. degree from St. John's University in 1961, and has been licensed for 54 years
  • Thomas practices in Washington, DC

Practice Areas Explained

Thomas E. Burns, Jr.'s Areas of Practice

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

International Law

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

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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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Where is Thomas E. Burns, Jr.'s law office located?
Thomas E. Burns, Jr.'s law practice is located in Washington, District of Columbia. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Thomas E. Burns, Jr. handle?
Thomas E. Burns, Jr. focuses on international. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in District of Columbia.
How long has Thomas E. Burns, Jr. practiced law?
Thomas E. Burns, Jr. has 54+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1972.
Where did Thomas E. Burns, Jr. go to law school?
Thomas E. Burns, Jr. earned their education at (J.D., 1964); (B.A., 1961).
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Practice Areas

Education

J.D.
St. John's University
- 1964
B.A.
St. John's University
- 1961

Bar Admissions

New York
Admitted: 1972
Second Judicial District
Admitted: 1972

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