Atty. Thomas Wayne Simms

Atty. Thomas Wayne Simms

Thomas Wayne Simms is a lawyer practicing domestic relations, wills, probate and 11 other areas of law. Thomas received a B.S. degree from University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill in 1969, and has been licensed for 54 years.

Xenia Xenia 54 Years Experience 54 year
Call (513) 275-7646

Profile Summary

About Thomas Wayne Simms at a glance

Thomas Wayne Simms is an Of Counsel based in Xenia, Ohio, practicing at Peterson & Peterson. They have 54+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1972. Their practice focuses on wills, trusts, probate, personal injury, and family law. Admitted to practice in Ohio (1972) and U.S. District Court, Southern District of Ohio (1972). Educated at Ohio State University (J.D., 1972) and University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill (B.S., 1969). Active member of Dayton, Greene County and Ohio State Bar Associations. Serves clients in Xenia, OH and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Thomas Wayne Simms is a lawyer practicing domestic relations, wills, probate and 11 other areas of law
  • Thomas received a B.S. degree from University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill in 1969, and has been licensed for 54 years
  • Thomas practices at Peterson & Peterson in Xenia, OH

Practice Areas Explained

Thomas Wayne Simms's Areas of Practice

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

Wills

Thomas Wayne Simms is one of 32,113 wills attorneys indexed nationally. Browse wills attorneys in Ohio →

Trusts

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Probate

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Personal Injury

Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.

Thomas Wayne Simms is one of 238,048 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Ohio →

Family Law

Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.

Thomas Wayne Simms is one of 167,063 family law attorneys indexed nationally. Browse family law attorneys in Ohio →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Ohio

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Thomas Wayne Simms

Where is Thomas Wayne Simms's law office located?
Thomas Wayne Simms's law practice is located in Xenia, Ohio. The firm is Peterson & Peterson. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Thomas Wayne Simms handle?
Thomas Wayne Simms focuses on wills, trusts, probate, personal injury, family law. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Ohio.
How long has Thomas Wayne Simms practiced law?
Thomas Wayne Simms has 54+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1972.
Where did Thomas Wayne Simms go to law school?
Thomas Wayne Simms earned their education at (J.D., 1972); (B.S., 1969).
How can I contact Thomas Wayne Simms for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Ohio State University
- 1972
B.S.
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
- 1969

Bar Admissions

Ohio
Admitted: 1972
U.S. District Court, Southern District of Ohio
Admitted: 1972

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