Atty. Thomas Frederick Horton

Atty. Thomas Frederick Horton

Thomas Frederick Horton is a lawyer practicing estate planning. Thomas received a B.A. degree from Boston College in 1980, and has been licensed for 40 years.

Oakland Oakland 40 yrs experience 40 year
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About Thomas Frederick Horton at a glance

Thomas Frederick Horton is a estate planning attorney based in Oakland, California. They have 40+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1986. Admitted to practice in Pennsylvania (1986), Massachusetts (1987), Washington (Inactive) (1996), and California (1998). Educated at University of Utah (J.D., 1984) and Boston College (B.A., 1980). Serands clients in Oakland, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Thomas Frederick Horton is a lawyer practicing estate planning
  • Thomas received a B.A. degree from Boston College in 1980, and has been licensed for 40 years
  • Thomas practices in Oakland, CA

Practice Areas Explained

Thomas Frederick Horton's Areas of Practice

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

Estate Planning & Probate

An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.

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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 Oakland 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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Where is Thomas Frederick Horton's law office located?
Thomas Frederick Horton's law practice is located in Oakland, California. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Thomas Frederick Horton handle?
Thomas Frederick Horton focuses on estate planning. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Thomas Frederick Horton practiced law?
Thomas Frederick Horton has 40+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1986.
Where did Thomas Frederick Horton go to law school?
Thomas Frederick Horton earned their education at (J.D., 1984); (B.A., 1980).
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Practice Areas

Education

J.D.
University of Utah
- 1984
B.A.
Boston College
- 1980

Bar Admissions

Pennsylvania
Admitted: 1986
Massachusetts
Admitted: 1987
Washington (Inactive)
Admitted: 1996
California
Admitted: 1998

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