Atty. Thomas J. Meeks

Atty. Thomas J. Meeks

Thomas J. Meeks is a lawyer practicing business litigation and trade regulation, class actions, estates and trusts and 8 other areas of law.

Miami Miami 46 yrs experience 46 year
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Profile Summary

About Thomas J. Meeks at a glance

Thomas J. Meeks is a Shareholder based in Miami, Florida, practicing at Carlton Fields. They have 46+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1980. Their practice focuses on trusts, business, class action, trade secrets, and employment contracts. Admitted to practice in Florida U.S. District Court, Southern District of Florida U.S. District Court, Middle District of Fl (1980) and Georgia (inactive) (1980). Educated at University of Florida (J.D., 1979) and University of Florida (B.A., 1975). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of The Florida Bar (Former Co-Chair, Civil Procedure Rules Committee) State Bar of Georgia American Bar Association. Serands clients in Miami, FL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Thomas J. Meeks is a lawyer practicing business litigation and trade regulation, class actions, estates and trusts and 8 other areas of law
  • Thomas received a B.A. degree from University of Florida in 1975, and has been licensed for 46 years
  • Thomas practices at Carlton Fields in Miami, FL

Practice Areas Explained

Thomas J. Meeks's Areas of Practice

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

Trusts

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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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Trade Secrets

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Employment Contracts

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Florida

Practicing law in Florida. Legal matters in Florida are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Miami are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Florida state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Florida 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 Florida courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Thomas J. Meeks

Where is Thomas J. Meeks's law office located?
Thomas J. Meeks's law practice is located in Miami, Florida. The firm is Carlton Fields. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Thomas J. Meeks handle?
Thomas J. Meeks focuses on trusts, business, class action, trade secrets, employment contracts. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Florida.
How long has Thomas J. Meeks practiced law?
Thomas J. Meeks has 46+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1980.
Where did Thomas J. Meeks go to law school?
Thomas J. Meeks earned their education at (J.D., 1979); (B.A., 1975).
How can I contact Thomas J. Meeks for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Thomas J. Meeks received?
Thomas J. Meeks's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Florida
- 1979
B.A.
University of Florida
- 1975

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Florida U.S. District Court, Southern District of Florida U.S. District Court, Middle District of Fl
Admitted: 1980
Georgia (inactive)
Admitted: 1980

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