Atty. Thomas J Salerno

Atty. Thomas J Salerno

Thomas J Salerno is a lawyer practicing business restructuring & bankruptcy, bankruptcy litigation. Thomas received a B.A. degree from Rutgers University, Phi Beta Kappa in 1979, and has been licensed for 44 years.

Phoenix Phoenix 44 yrs experience 44 year
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Profile Summary

About Thomas J Salerno at a glance

Thomas J Salerno is a Shareholder based in Phoenix, Arizona, practicing at Gordon Silver. They have 44+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1982. Their practice focuses on bankruptcy. Admitted to practice in Arizona U.S. Supreme Court U.S. Court of Appeals, Fifth Circuit U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit (1982) and Supreme Court of Arizona U.S. District Court, Arizona (1982). Educated at Law Review, University of Notre Dame (J.D., 1982) and Rutgers University, Phi Beta Kappa (B.A., 1979). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Affiliations American Bankruptcy Institute, Past Director and Executive Committee Member American Bankruptcy Board of Certification, Inc and Past Director Bankruptcy Section of the State Bar of Arizona, Past Chair American College of Bankruptcy Fellow Plan Issues Advisory Subcommittee for the ABI Bankruptcy Review Commission, Member. Serands clients in Phoenix, AZ and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Thomas J Salerno is a lawyer practicing business restructuring & bankruptcy, bankruptcy litigation
  • Thomas received a B.A. degree from Rutgers University, Phi Beta Kappa in 1979, and has been licensed for 44 years
  • Thomas practices at Gordon Silver in Phoenix, AZ

Practice Areas Explained

Thomas J Salerno's Areas of Practice

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

Bankruptcy & Debt

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Arizona

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

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Where is Thomas J Salerno's law office located?
Thomas J Salerno's law practice is located in Phoenix, Arizona. The firm is Gordon Silver. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Thomas J Salerno handle?
Thomas J Salerno focuses on bankruptcy. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Arizona.
How long has Thomas J Salerno practiced law?
Thomas J Salerno has 44+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1982.
Where did Thomas J Salerno go to law school?
Thomas J Salerno earned their education at (J.D., 1982); (B.A., 1979).
How can I contact Thomas J Salerno for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Thomas J Salerno received?
Thomas J Salerno's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Law Review, University of Notre Dame
- 1982
B.A.
Rutgers University, Phi Beta Kappa
- 1979

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Arizona U.S. Supreme Court U.S. Court of Appeals, Fifth Circuit U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit
Admitted: 1982
Supreme Court of Arizona U.S. District Court, Arizona
Admitted: 1982

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