Atty. Thomas Rhys James

Atty. Thomas Rhys James

Thomas Rhys James is a lawyer practicing capital markets, development and real estate investment, general business representation and 5 other areas of law. Thomas received a B.S. degree from Washington & Lee University in 2002, and has been licensed for 19 years.

Richmond Richmond 19 yrs experience 19 year
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About Thomas Rhys James at a glance

Thomas Rhys James is an Associate based in Richmond, Virginia, practicing at Kaplan Voekler Cunningham & Frank, PLC. They have 19+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2007. Their practice focuses on business, real estate, m&a, and securities. Admitted to practice in Virginia (2007). Educated at Marshall-Wythe School of Law, College of William & Mary (J.D., 2007) and Washington & Lee University (B.S., 2002). Active member of Virginia State Bar. Serands clients in Richmond, VA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Thomas Rhys James is a lawyer practicing capital markets, development and real estate investment, general business representation and 5 other areas of law
  • Thomas received a B.S. degree from Washington & Lee University in 2002, and has been licensed for 19 years
  • Thomas practices at Kaplan Voekler Cunningham & Frank, PLC in Richmond, VA

Practice Areas Explained

Thomas Rhys James's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Thomas Rhys James 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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Mergers & Acquisitions

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Securities Law

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Virginia

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Thomas Rhys James

Where is Thomas Rhys James's law office located?
Thomas Rhys James's law practice is located in Richmond, Virginia. The firm is Kaplan Voekler Cunningham & Frank, PLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Thomas Rhys James handle?
Thomas Rhys James focuses on business, real estate, m&a, securities. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Virginia.
How long has Thomas Rhys James practiced law?
Thomas Rhys James has 19+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2007.
Where did Thomas Rhys James go to law school?
Thomas Rhys James earned their education at (J.D., 2007); (B.S., 2002).
How can I contact Thomas Rhys James for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Marshall-Wythe School of Law, College of William & Mary
- 2007
B.S.
Washington & Lee University
- 2002

Bar Admissions

Virginia
Admitted: 2007

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