Atty. Thomas Jay Baird

Atty. Thomas Jay Baird

Thomas Jay Baird is a lawyer practicing county and local government law, city, county & local govt law and 2 other areas of law. Thomas received a M.P.A. degree from Florida Atlantic University in 1979, and has been licensed for 41 years.

North Palm Beach North Palm Beach 41 yrs experience 41 year
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Profile Summary

About Thomas Jay Baird at a glance

Thomas Jay Baird is a Member based in North Palm Beach, Florida, practicing at Thomas J. Baird, P.A.. They have 41+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1985. Their practice focuses on zoning and government. Admitted to practice in Florida (1985) and U.S. District Court, Southern District of Florida U.S. Court of Appeals, Eleventh Circuit (1991). Educated at Nova Southeastern University (J.D., 1984) and Florida Atlantic University (M.P.A. Heidelberg, 1979). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of The Florida Bar (Member: Environmental and Land Use Law Section, 1985— City, County and Local Government Law Section, 1986—) American Institute of Certified Planners. Serands clients in North Palm Beach, FL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Thomas Jay Baird is a lawyer practicing county and local government law, city, county & local govt law and 2 other areas of law
  • Thomas received a M.P.A. degree from Florida Atlantic University in 1979, and has been licensed for 41 years
  • Thomas practices at Thomas J. Baird, P.A. in North Palm Beach, FL

Practice Areas Explained

Thomas Jay Baird's Areas of Practice

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

Land Use & Zoning

Thomas Jay Baird is one of 40,226 zoning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse zoning attorneys in Florida →

Government & Administrative Law

Attorneys for administrative law, agency hearings, government contracts, licensing, and public benefits.

Thomas Jay Baird is one of 132,225 government attorneys indexed nationally. Browse government attorneys in Florida →

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 North Palm Beach 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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Common questions about Thomas Jay Baird

Where is Thomas Jay Baird's law office located?
Thomas Jay Baird's law practice is located in North Palm Beach, Florida. The firm is Thomas J. Baird, P.A.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Thomas Jay Baird handle?
Thomas Jay Baird focuses on zoning, government. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Florida.
How long has Thomas Jay Baird practiced law?
Thomas Jay Baird has 41+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1985.
Where did Thomas Jay Baird go to law school?
Thomas Jay Baird earned their education at (J.D., 1984); (M.P.A. Heidelberg, 1979).
How can I contact Thomas Jay Baird for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Thomas Jay Baird received?
Thomas Jay Baird's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Nova Southeastern University
- 1984
M.P.A. Heidelberg
Florida Atlantic University
- 1979

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Florida
Admitted: 1985
U.S. District Court, Southern District of Florida U.S. Court of Appeals, Eleventh Circuit
Admitted: 1991

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