Atty. Thomas Ray McMorrow
Thomas Ray McMorrow is a lawyer practicing administrative law, california state government and regulatory policy and government contracts, energy & natural resources and 4 other areas of law. Thomas received a B.A. degree from University of California Los Angeles, and has been licensed for 37 years.
Administrative Law & More Attorney · Serving Sacramento, CA · 37+ Years Experience
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About Thomas Ray McMorrow at a Glance
Thomas Ray McMorrow is a Partner, Government & Regulatory based in Sacramento, California, practicing at Manatt, Phelps & Phillips, LLP. They have 37+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1989. Their practice focuses on business, environmental, government, and entertainment. Admitted to practice in California (1989) and District of Columbia (1991). Educated at George Washington University Law School J.D. 1989 Samuel Greene Memorial Scholar George Washington University Law School J.D. Associate Editor George Washington University Law School J.D. Geo (—) and University of California Los Angeles B.A. with honors University of California Los Angeles B.A. 1985 Gold Fourragere Society (—). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Membership Activities Admitted to practice in California and the District of Columbia, Director and Officer, Order of Malta Free Clinics, 1996-present, and Director and Officer, Research and Policy Institute of California, 2002-present. Serves clients in Sacramento, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Thomas Ray McMorrow
- Thomas Ray McMorrow is a lawyer practicing administrative law, california state government and regulatory policy and government contracts, energy & natural resources and 4 other areas of law
- Thomas received a B.A. degree from University of California Los Angeles, and has been licensed for 37 years
- Thomas practices at Manatt, Phelps & Phillips, LLP in Sacramento, CA
Practice Areas Explained
Thomas Ray McMorrow's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Thomas Ray McMorrow handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Sacramento.
Business & Corporate Law in Sacramento
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
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Environmental Law in Sacramento
Environmental attorneys for regulatory compliance, contamination, land use, and natural resource law.
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Government & Administrative Law in Sacramento
Attorneys for administrative law, agency hearings, government contracts, licensing, and public benefits.
Thomas Ray McMorrow is one of 131,162 government attorneys indexed nationally. Browse government attorneys in California →
Entertainment & Sports Law in Sacramento
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Sacramento
Practicing law in California. Legal matters in California are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Sacramento are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate California state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in California 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 California courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
Sacramento Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Sacramento-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Sacramento Choose Thomas Ray McMorrow
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Thomas Ray McMorrow's practice in the field of business, environmental, government, and entertainment.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Thomas Ray McMorrow brings 37+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in California and District of Columbia, Thomas Ray McMorrow can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering business, environmental, and government, Thomas Ray McMorrow can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Sacramento
A Sacramento-based practice means Thomas Ray McMorrow attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues Thomas Ray McMorrow Handles in Sacramento
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Thomas Ray McMorrow has experience with under California law. If your situation involves one of these case categories, this attorney may be well positioned to help you understand your options.
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