Atty. Thomas W. Foley

Atty. Thomas W. Foley

Thomas W. Foley is a lawyer practicing employment law, discrimination, civil rights and 4 other areas of law.

Des Moines Des Moines 41 yrs experience 41 year
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Profile Summary

About Thomas W. Foley at a glance

Thomas W. Foley is a Partner based in Des Moines, Iowa. They have 41+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1985. Their practice focuses on wrongful termination, sexual harassment, employment, litigation, and civil rights. Admitted to practice in Missouri (1985) and Iowa U.S. District Court, Northern District of Iowa U.S. District Court, Southern District of Iowa U (1986). Educated at University of Iowa (J.D., 1985) and University of Iowa (B.B.A., 1982). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Polk County, Iowa State and American Bar Associations Labor and Employment Law Section Council National National Employment Law Association. Serands clients in Des Moines, IA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Thomas W. Foley is a lawyer practicing employment law, discrimination, civil rights and 4 other areas of law
  • Thomas received a B.B.A. degree from University of Iowa in 1982, and has been licensed for 41 years
  • Thomas practices in Des Moines, IA

Practice Areas Explained

Thomas W. Foley's Areas of Practice

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

Wrongful Termination

Thomas W. Foley is one of 6,921 wrongful termination attorneys indexed nationally. Browse wrongful termination attorneys in Iowa →

Sexual Harassment

Thomas W. Foley is one of 6,021 sexual harassment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse sexual harassment attorneys in Iowa →

Employment Law

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

Thomas W. Foley is one of 169,120 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in Iowa →

Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

Thomas W. Foley is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Iowa →

Civil Rights

Civil rights attorneys for discrimination, police misconduct, constitutional rights, and civil liberties cases.

Thomas W. Foley is one of 70,245 civil rights attorneys indexed nationally. Browse civil rights attorneys in Iowa →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Iowa

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Thomas W. Foley

Where is Thomas W. Foley's law office located?
Thomas W. Foley's law practice is located in Des Moines, Iowa. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Thomas W. Foley handle?
Thomas W. Foley focuses on wrongful termination, sexual harassment, employment, litigation, civil rights. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Iowa.
How long has Thomas W. Foley practiced law?
Thomas W. Foley has 41+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1985.
Where did Thomas W. Foley go to law school?
Thomas W. Foley earned their education at (J.D., 1985); (B.B.A., 1982).
How can I contact Thomas W. Foley for a consultation?
You can contact Thomas W. Foley 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 W. Foley received?
Thomas W. Foley's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Iowa
- 1985
B.B.A.
University of Iowa
- 1982

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Missouri
Admitted: 1985
Iowa U.S. District Court, Northern District of Iowa U.S. District Court, Southern District of Iowa U
Admitted: 1986

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