Atty. Thomas Joseph Burns

Atty. Thomas Joseph Burns

Thomas Joseph Burns is a lawyer. Thomas received a B.S. degree from University of Santa Clara in 1979, and has been licensed for 43 years.

San Francisco San Francisco 43 yrs experience 43 year
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About Thomas Joseph Burns at a glance

Thomas Joseph Burns is a Member based in San Francisco, California, practicing at Law Office of Thomas J. Burns. They have 43+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1983. Admitted to practice in California (1983). Educated at University of Santa Clara (J.D., 1982) and University of Santa Clara (B.S., 1979). Active member of Stanislaus County Bar Association The State Bar of California California Reserve Peace Officers Association. Serands clients in San Francisco, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Thomas Joseph Burns is a lawyer
  • Thomas received a B.S. degree from University of Santa Clara in 1979, and has been licensed for 43 years
  • Thomas practices at Law Office of Thomas J. Burns in San Francisco, CA

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Why local counsel matters in California

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

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Thomas Joseph Burns's law practice is located in San Francisco, California. The firm is Law Office of Thomas J. Burns. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
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Thomas Joseph Burns has 43+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1983.
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Thomas Joseph Burns earned their education at (J.D., 1982); (B.S., 1979).
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Education

J.D.
University of Santa Clara
- 1982
B.S.
University of Santa Clara
- 1979

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1983

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