Atty. Thomas James Santone

Atty. Thomas James Santone

Thomas James Santone is a lawyer practicing business law, taxation, finance and 3 other areas of law. Thomas received a B.A. degree from Cornell University in 1975, and has been licensed for 48 years.

Pittsburgh Pittsburgh 48 yrs experience 48 year
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Profile Summary

About Thomas James Santone at a glance

Thomas James Santone is a probate, estate planning, employment, business, and tax attorney based in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. They have 48+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1978. Admitted to practice in Pennsylvania (1978), U.S. District Court, Western District of Pennsylvania (1978), and U.S. Court of Appeals, Third Circuit and U.S. Tax Court (1982). Educated at Duquesne University (J.D. Georgetown, 1978) and Cornell University (B.A., 1975). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Pittsburgh, PA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Thomas James Santone is a lawyer practicing business law, taxation, finance and 3 other areas of law
  • Thomas received a B.A. degree from Cornell University in 1975, and has been licensed for 48 years
  • Thomas practices in Pittsburgh, PA

Practice Areas Explained

Thomas James Santone's Areas of Practice

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

Probate

Thomas James Santone is one of 128,014 probate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse probate attorneys in Pennsylvania →

Estate Planning & Probate

An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.

Thomas James Santone is one of 226,537 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in Pennsylvania →

Employment Law

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

Thomas James Santone is one of 169,120 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in Pennsylvania →

Business & Corporate Law

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

Thomas James Santone is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Pennsylvania →

Tax Law

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

Thomas James Santone is one of 85,302 tax attorneys indexed nationally. Browse tax attorneys in Pennsylvania →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Pennsylvania

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Thomas James Santone

Where is Thomas James Santone's law office located?
Thomas James Santone's law practice is located in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Thomas James Santone handle?
Thomas James Santone focuses on probate, estate planning, employment, business, tax. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Pennsylvania.
How long has Thomas James Santone practiced law?
Thomas James Santone has 48+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1978.
Where did Thomas James Santone go to law school?
Thomas James Santone earned their education at (J.D. Georgetown, 1978); (B.A., 1975).
How can I contact Thomas James Santone for a consultation?
You can contact Thomas James Santone 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 James Santone received?
Thomas James Santone's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D. Georgetown
Duquesne University
- 1978
B.A.
Cornell University
- 1975

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Pennsylvania
Admitted: 1978
U.S. District Court, Western District of Pennsylvania
Admitted: 1978
U.S. Court of Appeals, Third Circuit and U.S. Tax Court
Admitted: 1982

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