Atty. Thomas Joseph Tarkoff

Atty. Thomas Joseph Tarkoff

Thomas Joseph Tarkoff is a lawyer practicing construction, employment, immigration and 6 other areas of law. Thomas received a B.A. degree from Northwestern University in 1988, and has been licensed for 34 years.

Oakland Oakland 34 yrs experience 34 year
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Profile Summary

About Thomas Joseph Tarkoff at a glance

Thomas Joseph Tarkoff is a Partner based in Oakland, California, practicing at Foley & Mansfield. They have 34+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1992. Their practice focuses on personal injury, employment, immigration, business, and product liability. Admitted to practice in California (1992), U.S. District Court, Northern District of California (1992), U.S. District Court, Eastern District of California U.S. Supreme Court (1997), and Washington (2015). Educated at McGeorge School of Law, University of the Pacific (J.D., 1992) and Northwestern University (B.A., 1988). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Oakland, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Thomas Joseph Tarkoff is a lawyer practicing construction, employment, immigration and 6 other areas of law
  • Thomas received a B.A. degree from Northwestern University in 1988, and has been licensed for 34 years
  • Thomas practices at Foley & Mansfield in Oakland, CA

Practice Areas Explained

Thomas Joseph Tarkoff's Areas of Practice

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

Personal Injury

Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.

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Employment Law

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

Thomas Joseph Tarkoff is one of 169,120 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in California →

Immigration Law

Immigration attorneys help with green cards, visas, citizenship, asylum, and deportation defense. Find a verified immigration lawyer for your case.

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Business & Corporate Law

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Product Liability

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Jurisdictional Context

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 Oakland 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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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Thomas Joseph Tarkoff

Where is Thomas Joseph Tarkoff's law office located?
Thomas Joseph Tarkoff's law practice is located in Oakland, California. The firm is Foley & Mansfield. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Thomas Joseph Tarkoff handle?
Thomas Joseph Tarkoff focuses on personal injury, employment, immigration, business, product liability. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Thomas Joseph Tarkoff practiced law?
Thomas Joseph Tarkoff has 34+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1992.
Where did Thomas Joseph Tarkoff go to law school?
Thomas Joseph Tarkoff earned their education at (J.D., 1992); (B.A., 1988).
How can I contact Thomas Joseph Tarkoff for a consultation?
You can contact Thomas Joseph Tarkoff 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 Joseph Tarkoff received?
Thomas Joseph Tarkoff's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
McGeorge School of Law, University of the Pacific
- 1992
B.A.
Northwestern University
- 1988

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1992
U.S. District Court, Northern District of California
Admitted: 1992
U.S. District Court, Eastern District of California U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 1997
Washington
Admitted: 2015

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