Atty. Thomas Joseph Powell

Atty. Thomas Joseph Powell

Mr. Thomas Joseph Powell is a lawyer practicing commercial litigation, construction law, government contracts and 3 other areas of law.

Fairfax Fairfax 39 yrs experience 39 year
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Profile Summary

About Thomas Joseph Powell at a glance

Thomas Joseph Powell is a Partner based in Fairfax, Virginia, practicing at Law Offices of Thomas J. Powell, P.C.. They have 39+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1987. Their practice focuses on employment, business, construction, litigation, and civil rights. Admitted to practice in Virginia (1987), U.S. Court of Federal Claims, U.S. Court of Appeals, Fourth and Federal Circuits and U.S. District C (1988), District of Columbia (1990), and Pennsylvania (1993). Educated at George Washington University (J.D. Temple, 1987) and Villanova University (B.C.E. University, 1979). Active member of Virginia State Bar The District of Columbia Bar Pennsylvania and American Bar Associations The Association of Trial Lawyers of America Virginia Trial Lawyers Association National Society of Professional Engineers. Serands clients in Fairfax, VA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Mr. Thomas Joseph Powell is a lawyer practicing commercial litigation, construction law, government contracts and 3 other areas of law
  • Thomas received a B.C.E. degree from Villanova University in 1979, and has been licensed for 39 years
  • Thomas practices at Law Offices of Thomas J. Powell, P.C. in Fairfax, VA

Practice Areas Explained

Thomas Joseph Powell's Areas of Practice

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

Employment Law

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

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Business & Corporate Law

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Construction Law

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Civil Litigation

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Civil Rights

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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 Fairfax 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 Joseph Powell

Where is Thomas Joseph Powell's law office located?
Thomas Joseph Powell's law practice is located in Fairfax, Virginia. The firm is Law Offices of Thomas J. Powell, P.C.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Thomas Joseph Powell handle?
Thomas Joseph Powell focuses on employment, business, construction, litigation, civil rights. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Virginia.
How long has Thomas Joseph Powell practiced law?
Thomas Joseph Powell has 39+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1987.
Where did Thomas Joseph Powell go to law school?
Thomas Joseph Powell earned their education at (J.D. Temple, 1987); (B.C.E. University, 1979).
How can I contact Thomas Joseph Powell for a consultation?
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Education

J.D. Temple
George Washington University
- 1987
B.C.E. University
Villanova University
- 1979

Bar Admissions

Virginia
Admitted: 1987
U.S. Court of Federal Claims, U.S. Court of Appeals, Fourth and Federal Circuits and U.S. District C
Admitted: 1988
District of Columbia
Admitted: 1990
Pennsylvania
Admitted: 1993
Maryland
Admitted: 2016

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