Atty. Thomas Lee Allen

Atty. Thomas Lee Allen

Thomas Lee Allen is a lawyer practicing antitrust & competition, financial services litigation, government investigations & white collar criminal defense and 12 other areas of law. Thomas received a B.A. degree from University of Michigan in 1977, and has been licensed for 46 years.

Pittsburgh Pittsburgh 46 Years Experience 46 year
Call (878) 235-7668

Profile Summary

About Thomas Lee Allen at a glance

Thomas Lee Allen is a Partner based in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, practicing at Reed Smith LLP. They have 46+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1980. Their practice focuses on criminal defense, business, class action, white collar, and securities. Admitted to practice in Pennsylvania (1980) and California U.S. Supreme Court U.S. Court of Appeals, Third, Fourth, Fifth, Sixth, Seventh, Eighth, N (2003). Educated at University of North Carolina (J.D., 1980) and University of Michigan (B.A. History, 1977). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serves clients in Pittsburgh, PA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Thomas Lee Allen is a lawyer practicing antitrust & competition, financial services litigation, government investigations & white collar criminal defense and 12 other areas of law
  • Thomas received a B.A. degree from University of Michigan in 1977, and has been licensed for 46 years
  • Thomas practices at Reed Smith LLP in Pittsburgh, PA

Practice Areas Explained

Thomas Lee Allen's Areas of Practice

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

Criminal Defense

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Business & Corporate Law

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Class Action

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White Collar Crimes

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Securities Law

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Pennsylvania

Practicing law in Pennsylvania. Legal matters in Pennsylvania are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Pittsburgh are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Pennsylvania state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Pennsylvania brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this venue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Pennsylvania courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Thomas Lee Allen

Where is Thomas Lee Allen's law office located?
Thomas Lee Allen's law practice is located in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. The firm is Reed Smith LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Thomas Lee Allen handle?
Thomas Lee Allen focuses on criminal defense, business, class action, white collar, securities. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Pennsylvania.
How long has Thomas Lee Allen practiced law?
Thomas Lee Allen has 46+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1980.
Where did Thomas Lee Allen go to law school?
Thomas Lee Allen earned their education at (J.D., 1980); (B.A. History, 1977).
How can I contact Thomas Lee Allen for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Thomas Lee Allen received?
Thomas Lee Allen's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of North Carolina
- 1980
B.A. History
University of Michigan
- 1977

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Pennsylvania
Admitted: 1980
California U.S. Supreme Court U.S. Court of Appeals, Third, Fourth, Fifth, Sixth, Seventh, Eighth, N
Admitted: 2003

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