Atty. Thomas Joseph Vaughan

Atty. Thomas Joseph Vaughan

Thomas Joseph Vaughan is a lawyer practicing estates, wills, powers of attorney and 7 other areas of law. Thomas received a B.S. degree from Canisius College in 1959, and has been licensed for 51 years.

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Profile Summary

About Thomas Joseph Vaughan at a glance

Thomas Joseph Vaughan is a Member based in Buffalo, New York, practicing at Thomas J. Vaughan. They have 51+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1975. Their practice focuses on dui/dwi, wills, probate, criminal defense, and estate planning. Admitted to practice in New York (1975). Educated at Ohio Northern University (J.D., 1974) and Canisius College (B.S., 1959). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Serands clients in Buffalo, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Thomas Joseph Vaughan is a lawyer practicing estates, wills, powers of attorney and 7 other areas of law
  • Thomas received a B.S. degree from Canisius College in 1959, and has been licensed for 51 years
  • Thomas practices at Thomas J. Vaughan in Buffalo, NY

Practice Areas Explained

Thomas Joseph Vaughan's Areas of Practice

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

DUI / DWI Defense

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Wills

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Probate

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Criminal Defense

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Estate Planning & Probate

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in New York

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Thomas Joseph Vaughan

Where is Thomas Joseph Vaughan's law office located?
Thomas Joseph Vaughan's law practice is located in Buffalo, New York. The firm is Thomas J. Vaughan. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Thomas Joseph Vaughan handle?
Thomas Joseph Vaughan focuses on dui/dwi, wills, probate, criminal defense, estate planning. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New York.
How long has Thomas Joseph Vaughan practiced law?
Thomas Joseph Vaughan has 51+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1975.
Where did Thomas Joseph Vaughan go to law school?
Thomas Joseph Vaughan earned their education at (J.D., 1974); (B.S., 1959).
How can I contact Thomas Joseph Vaughan for a consultation?
You can contact Thomas Joseph Vaughan 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 Vaughan received?
Thomas Joseph Vaughan's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
Ohio Northern University
- 1974
B.S.
Canisius College
- 1959

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

New York
Admitted: 1975

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