Atty. Thomas Frederick Shields

Atty. Thomas Frederick Shields

Thomas Frederick Shields is a lawyer practicing family law. Thomas received a B.A. degree from California State University Sonoma, and has been licensed for 14 years.

Santa Rosa Santa Rosa 14 Years Experience 14 year
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Profile Summary

About Thomas Frederick Shields at a glance

Thomas Frederick Shields is a family law attorney based in Santa Rosa, California. They have 14+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2012. Admitted to practice in California (2012). Educated at University of California Hastings College of Law J.D. (—) and California State University Sonoma B.A. (—). Serves clients in Santa Rosa, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

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  • Thomas Frederick Shields is a lawyer practicing family law
  • Thomas received a B.A. degree from California State University Sonoma, and has been licensed for 14 years
  • Thomas practices in Santa Rosa, CA

Practice Areas Explained

Thomas Frederick Shields's Areas of Practice

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

Family 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 Santa Rosa 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 venue, 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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Thomas Frederick Shields's law practice is located in Santa Rosa, California. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
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Thomas Frederick Shields focuses on family law. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Thomas Frederick Shields practiced law?
Thomas Frederick Shields has 14+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2012.
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Education

University of California Hastings College of Law J.D.
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California State University Sonoma B.A.
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Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 2012

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