Atty. Thomas Howard Petrides

Atty. Thomas Howard Petrides

Thomas Howard Petrides is a lawyer practicing labor and employment, class action litigation defense, consumer financial services. Thomas received a A.B. degree from Boston College in 1981, and has been licensed for 42 years.

Los Angeles Los Angeles 42 yrs experience 42 year
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Profile Summary

About Thomas Howard Petrides at a glance

Thomas Howard Petrides is a Partner based in Los Angeles, California, practicing at K And L Gates Llp. They have 42+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1984. Their practice focuses on employment, business, class action, and consumer. Admitted to practice in California U.S. District Court, Northern, Southern, Eastern and Central Districts of California U.S. (1984). Educated at University of Southern California Law School (J.D., 1984) and Boston College (A.B., 1981). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Serands clients in Los Angeles, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Thomas Howard Petrides is a lawyer practicing labor and employment, class action litigation defense, consumer financial services
  • Thomas received a A.B. degree from Boston College in 1981, and has been licensed for 42 years
  • Thomas practices at K & L Gates LLP in Los Angeles, CA

Practice Areas Explained

Thomas Howard Petrides's Areas of Practice

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

Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

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Business & Corporate Law

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

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Class Action

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Consumer Protection

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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 Los Angeles 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 Howard Petrides

Where is Thomas Howard Petrides's law office located?
Thomas Howard Petrides's law practice is located in Los Angeles, California. The firm is K And L Gates Llp. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Thomas Howard Petrides handle?
Thomas Howard Petrides focuses on employment, business, class action, consumer. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Thomas Howard Petrides practiced law?
Thomas Howard Petrides has 42+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1984.
Where did Thomas Howard Petrides go to law school?
Thomas Howard Petrides earned their education at (J.D., 1984); (A.B., 1981).
How can I contact Thomas Howard Petrides for a consultation?
You can contact Thomas Howard Petrides directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has Thomas Howard Petrides received?
Thomas Howard Petrides's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
University of Southern California Law School
- 1984
A.B.
Boston College
- 1981

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

California U.S. District Court, Northern, Southern, Eastern and Central Districts of California U.S.
Admitted: 1984

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