Atty. Thomas P. Lanigan

Atty. Thomas P. Lanigan

Thomas P. Lanigan is a lawyer practicing criminal prosecution.

Fort Lauderdale Fort Lauderdale 41 yrs experience 41 year
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About Thomas P. Lanigan at a glance

Thomas P. Lanigan is an U.S. Atty. Off. based in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. They have 41+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1985. Their practice focuses on criminal defense. Admitted to practice in New Mexico (1985). Educated at Northern Illinois University (J.D., 1984) and Northern Illinois University (B.A., 1977). Serands clients in Fort Lauderdale, FL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

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  • Thomas P. Lanigan is a lawyer practicing criminal prosecution
  • Thomas P. received a B.A. degree from Northern Illinois University in 1977, and has been licensed for 41 years
  • Thomas P. practices in Fort Lauderdale, FL

Practice Areas Explained

Thomas P. Lanigan's Areas of Practice

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

Criminal Defense

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Jurisdictional Context

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

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Where is Thomas P. Lanigan's law office located?
Thomas P. Lanigan's law practice is located in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Thomas P. Lanigan handle?
Thomas P. Lanigan focuses on criminal defense. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Florida.
How long has Thomas P. Lanigan practiced law?
Thomas P. Lanigan has 41+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1985.
Where did Thomas P. Lanigan go to law school?
Thomas P. Lanigan earned their education at (J.D., 1984); (B.A., 1977).
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Practice Areas

Education

J.D.
Northern Illinois University
- 1984
B.A.
Northern Illinois University
- 1977

Bar Admissions

New Mexico
Admitted: 1985

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