Atty. Thomas Edward Sokat

Atty. Thomas Edward Sokat

Mr. Thomas Edward Sokat is a lawyer practicing personal injury law, wrongful death, motor vehicle collisions and 7 other areas of law.

Danville Danville 43 yrs experience 43 year
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Profile Summary

About Thomas Edward Sokat at a glance

Thomas Edward Sokat is a Member based in Danville, California, practicing at Law Office of Thomas Sokat. They have 43+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1983. Their practice focuses on wrongful death, personal injury, business, slip & fall, and product liability. Admitted to practice in Texas (1983), U.S. District Court, Southern District of Texas (1984), and California (1997). Educated at American University (J.D., 1982) and Ramapo College (B.A. Political, 1978). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of State Bar of Texas State Bar of California The Association of Trial Lawyers of America. Serands clients in Danville, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Mr. Thomas Edward Sokat is a lawyer practicing personal injury law, wrongful death, motor vehicle collisions and 7 other areas of law
  • Thomas received a B.A. degree from Ramapo College in 1978, and has been licensed for 43 years
  • Thomas practices at Law Office of Thomas Sokat in Danville, CA

Practice Areas Explained

Thomas Edward Sokat's Areas of Practice

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

Wrongful Death

Thomas Edward Sokat is one of 31,253 wrongful death attorneys indexed nationally. Browse wrongful death attorneys in California →

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 Edward Sokat is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in California →

Business & Corporate Law

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

Thomas Edward Sokat is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in California →

Slip & Fall / Premises Liability

Thomas Edward Sokat is one of 29,473 slip & fall attorneys indexed nationally. Browse slip & fall attorneys in California →

Product Liability

Thomas Edward Sokat is one of 66,193 product liability attorneys indexed nationally. Browse product liability attorneys in California →

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 Danville 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 Edward Sokat

Where is Thomas Edward Sokat's law office located?
Thomas Edward Sokat's law practice is located in Danville, California. The firm is Law Office of Thomas Sokat. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Thomas Edward Sokat handle?
Thomas Edward Sokat focuses on wrongful death, personal injury, business, slip & fall, product liability. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Thomas Edward Sokat practiced law?
Thomas Edward Sokat has 43+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1983.
Where did Thomas Edward Sokat go to law school?
Thomas Edward Sokat earned their education at (J.D., 1982); (B.A. Political, 1978).
How can I contact Thomas Edward Sokat for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Thomas Edward Sokat received?
Thomas Edward Sokat's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
American University
- 1982
B.A. Political
Ramapo College
- 1978

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Texas
Admitted: 1983
U.S. District Court, Southern District of Texas
Admitted: 1984
California
Admitted: 1997

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