Atty. Thomas Matthew Whelan

Atty. Thomas Matthew Whelan

Tom’s practice encompasses a broad range of leasing, financing, and other real estate transactions, as well as commercial litigation emphasizing landlord-tenant, lender liability, brokerage, and other real-estate-related matters. Tom has authored numerous articles and frequently speaks on leasing, receiverships, real estate brokerage and other real estate related topics.

Dallas Dallas 39 yrs experience 39 year
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About Thomas Matthew Whelan at a glance

Thomas Matthew Whelan is a Member based in Dallas, Texas, practicing at Thalheimer, Cipione, Whelan & Morgan, PLLC. They have 39+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1987. Their practice focuses on business, real estate, commercial re, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Texas U.S. District Court, Northern District of Texas U.S. Court of Appeals, Fifth Circuit (1987). Educated at Southern Methodist University (J.D., 1987) and University of Dallas (B.A., 1982). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Dallas Bar Association State Bar of Texas American Bar Association. Serands clients in Dallas, TX and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Tom’s practice encompasses a broad range of leasing, financing, and other real estate transactions, as well as commercial litigation emphasizing landlord-tenant, lender liability, brokerage, and other real-estate-related matters
  • Tom has authored numerous articles and frequently speaks on leasing, receiverships, real estate brokerage and other real estate related topics
  • In addition, Tom is named to the Texas Super Lawyers list by Thomson Reuters as published in Texas Monthly
  • He is rated AV Preeminent by LexisNexis Martindale-Hubbell and he is a Fellow of the American College of Real Estate Lawyers

Practice Areas Explained

Thomas Matthew Whelan's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Thomas Matthew Whelan 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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Commercial Real Estate

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Civil Litigation

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Texas

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Thomas Matthew Whelan

Where is Thomas Matthew Whelan's law office located?
Thomas Matthew Whelan's law practice is located in Dallas, Texas. The firm is Thalheimer, Cipione, Whelan & Morgan, PLLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Thomas Matthew Whelan handle?
Thomas Matthew Whelan focuses on business, real estate, commercial re, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Texas.
How long has Thomas Matthew Whelan practiced law?
Thomas Matthew Whelan has 39+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1987.
Where did Thomas Matthew Whelan go to law school?
Thomas Matthew Whelan earned their education at (J.D., 1987); (B.A., 1982).
How can I contact Thomas Matthew Whelan for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Thomas Matthew Whelan received?
Thomas Matthew Whelan's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Southern Methodist University
- 1987
B.A.
University of Dallas
- 1982

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Texas U.S. District Court, Northern District of Texas U.S. Court of Appeals, Fifth Circuit
Admitted: 1987

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