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Atty. Thomas J. Stanton

Atty. Thomas J. Stanton

Thomas J. Stanton is a lawyer practicing pre-bankruptcy workouts, bankruptcy chapter 7, bankruptcy chapter 13 and 7 other areas of law.

Alexandria Alexandria 59 yrs experience 59 year
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Profile Summary

About Thomas J. Stanton at a glance

Thomas J. Stanton is a Principal based in Alexandria, Virginia, practicing at Stanton & Associates. They have 59+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1967. Their practice focuses on chapter 7, chapter 13, bankruptcy, tax, and chapter 11. Admitted to practice in Virginia (1967), U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Virginia and U.S. Tax Court (1967), U.S. Court of Federal Claims (1968), and U.S. Supreme Court (1974). Educated at Georgetown University (J.D., 1967) and University of Chicago (A.B., 1964). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Virginia State Bar Maryland State Bar Association, Inc and Ex Officio, 1986-1989, District of Columbia Bar National Bankruptcy Conference. Serands clients in Alexandria, VA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Thomas J. Stanton is a lawyer practicing pre-bankruptcy workouts, bankruptcy chapter 7, bankruptcy chapter 13 and 7 other areas of law
  • Thomas received a A.B. degree from University of Chicago in 1964, and has been licensed for 59 years
  • Thomas practices at Stanton & Associates in Alexandria, VA

Practice Areas Explained

Thomas J. Stanton's Areas of Practice

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

Chapter 7 Bankruptcy

Thomas J. Stanton is one of 8,885 chapter 7 attorneys indexed nationally. Browse chapter 7 attorneys in Virginia →

Chapter 13 Bankruptcy

Thomas J. Stanton is one of 6,374 chapter 13 attorneys indexed nationally. Browse chapter 13 attorneys in Virginia →

Bankruptcy & Debt

A bankruptcy attorney can help you eliminate debt, stop creditor harassment, and protect your home through Chapter 7 or Chapter 13.

Thomas J. Stanton is one of 105,321 bankruptcy attorneys indexed nationally. Browse bankruptcy attorneys in Virginia →

Tax Law

Tax attorneys handle IRS audits, tax debt, international tax, estate planning, and tax court litigation.

Thomas J. Stanton is one of 85,302 tax attorneys indexed nationally. Browse tax attorneys in Virginia →

Chapter 11 Bankruptcy

Thomas J. Stanton is one of 5,840 chapter 11 attorneys indexed nationally. Browse chapter 11 attorneys in Virginia →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Virginia

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Thomas J. Stanton

Where is Thomas J. Stanton's law office located?
Thomas J. Stanton's law practice is located in Alexandria, Virginia. The firm is Stanton & Associates. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Thomas J. Stanton handle?
Thomas J. Stanton focuses on chapter 7, chapter 13, bankruptcy, tax, chapter 11. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Virginia.
How long has Thomas J. Stanton practiced law?
Thomas J. Stanton has 59+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1967.
Where did Thomas J. Stanton go to law school?
Thomas J. Stanton earned their education at (J.D., 1967); (A.B., 1964).
How can I contact Thomas J. Stanton for a consultation?
You can contact Thomas J. Stanton 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 J. Stanton received?
Thomas J. Stanton's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Georgetown University
- 1967
A.B.
University of Chicago
- 1964

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Virginia
Admitted: 1967
U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Virginia and U.S. Tax Court
Admitted: 1967
U.S. Court of Federal Claims
Admitted: 1968
U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 1974
U.S. Court of Appeals, Fourth Circuit
Admitted: 1976
U.S. Court of Appeals, Federal Circuit
Admitted: 1993
Maryland
Admitted: 1997
District of Columbia
Admitted: 1997
U.S. District Court for the District of Columbia
Admitted: 1999
U.S. Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia Circuit
Admitted: 2003
U.S. District Court, District of Maryland
Admitted: 2010

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