Atty. Thomas Lavaille Totten

Atty. Thomas Lavaille Totten

Thomas Lavaille Totten is a lawyer practicing construction & development, commercial, real estate development and finance. Thomas received a B.A. degree from The Johns Hopkins University in 1973, and has been licensed for 39 years.

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Profile Summary

About Thomas Lavaille Totten at a glance

Thomas Lavaille Totten is a Special Counsel based in Baltimore, Maryland, practicing at Duane Morris LLP. They have 39+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1987. Their practice focuses on business and real estate. Admitted to practice in Maryland (1987). Educated at University of Baltimore School of Law (J.D., 1987) and The Johns Hopkins University (B.A. University, 1973). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Baltimore, MD and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Thomas Lavaille Totten is a lawyer practicing construction & development, commercial, real estate development and finance
  • Thomas received a B.A. degree from The Johns Hopkins University in 1973, and has been licensed for 39 years
  • Thomas practices at Duane Morris LLP in Baltimore, MD

Practice Areas Explained

Thomas Lavaille Totten's Areas of Practice

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

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

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Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Maryland

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Thomas Lavaille Totten

Where is Thomas Lavaille Totten's law office located?
Thomas Lavaille Totten's law practice is located in Baltimore, Maryland. The firm is Duane Morris LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Thomas Lavaille Totten handle?
Thomas Lavaille Totten focuses on business, real estate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Maryland.
How long has Thomas Lavaille Totten practiced law?
Thomas Lavaille Totten has 39+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1987.
Where did Thomas Lavaille Totten go to law school?
Thomas Lavaille Totten earned their education at (J.D., 1987); (B.A. University, 1973).
How can I contact Thomas Lavaille Totten for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Thomas Lavaille Totten received?
Thomas Lavaille Totten's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Baltimore School of Law
- 1987
B.A. University
The Johns Hopkins University
- 1973

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Maryland
Admitted: 1987

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