Atty. Thomas Nathaniel Shorter

Atty. Thomas Nathaniel Shorter

Atty. Thomas Nathaniel Shorter is a lawyer practicing special education, education law, health care and 2 other areas of law.

Madison Madison 30 yrs experience 30 year
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About Thomas Nathaniel Shorter at a glance

Thomas Nathaniel Shorter is a Partner based in Madison, Wisconsin, practicing at Husch Blackwell LLP. They have 30+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1996. Their practice focuses on employment, immigration, education, and health care. Admitted to practice in Wisconsin (1996), Minnesota (1998), and Arizona (2023). Educated at Northeastern University School of Law (J.D., 1996) and University of Wisconsin-Madison (B.S., 1993). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Serands clients in Madison, WI and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Atty. Thomas Nathaniel Shorter is a lawyer practicing special education, education law, health care and 2 other areas of law
  • Thomas received a B.S. degree from University of Wisconsin-Madison in 1993, and has been licensed for 30 years
  • Thomas practices at Husch Blackwell LLP in Madison, WI

Practice Areas Explained

Thomas Nathaniel Shorter's Areas of Practice

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

Employment Law

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

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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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Education Law

Education attorneys for special education (IEP), school discipline, Title IX, and student rights.

Thomas Nathaniel Shorter is one of 24,079 education attorneys indexed nationally. Browse education attorneys in Wisconsin →

Health Care Law

Health care attorneys for HIPAA, Medicare, Medicaid, regulatory compliance, and medical licensing matters.

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Wisconsin

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Thomas Nathaniel Shorter

Where is Thomas Nathaniel Shorter's law office located?
Thomas Nathaniel Shorter's law practice is located in Madison, Wisconsin. The firm is Husch Blackwell LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Thomas Nathaniel Shorter handle?
Thomas Nathaniel Shorter focuses on employment, immigration, education, health care. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Wisconsin.
How long has Thomas Nathaniel Shorter practiced law?
Thomas Nathaniel Shorter has 30+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1996.
Where did Thomas Nathaniel Shorter go to law school?
Thomas Nathaniel Shorter earned their education at (J.D., 1996); (B.S., 1993).
How can I contact Thomas Nathaniel Shorter for a consultation?
You can contact Thomas Nathaniel Shorter 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 Nathaniel Shorter received?
Thomas Nathaniel Shorter's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
Northeastern University School of Law
- 1996
B.S.
University of Wisconsin-Madison
- 1993

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Wisconsin
Admitted: 1996
Minnesota
Admitted: 1998
Arizona
Admitted: 2023

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