Atty. Thomas Z. Cheplo

Atty. Thomas Z. Cheplo

Mr. Thomas Z.

Washington Washington 27 yrs experience 27 year
Call (771) 220-6743 Book Appointment

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About Thomas Z. Cheplo at a glance

Thomas Z. Cheplo is a V.P., Gen. Coun. & Corp. Secy. based in Washington, District of Columbia. They have 27+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1999. Their practice focuses on business, m&a, maritime, and international. Admitted to practice in Maryland (1999) and District of Columbia United States Court of International Trade (2000). Educated at University of Maryland School of Law (J.D., 1999) and University of Maryland (B.A. University, 1994). Serands clients in Washington, DC and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Mr. Thomas Z. Cheplo is a lawyer practicing international law, financial services, mergers & acquisitions and 7 other areas of law
  • Thomas received a B.A. degree from University of Maryland in 1994, and has been licensed for 27 years
  • Thomas practices in Washington, DC

Practice Areas Explained

Thomas Z. Cheplo's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Thomas Z. Cheplo 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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Mergers & Acquisitions

Thomas Z. Cheplo is one of 49,731 m&a attorneys indexed nationally. Browse m&a attorneys in District of Columbia →

Maritime & Admiralty Law

Maritime attorneys for Jones Act claims, longshore injury, cruise ship cases, and offshore matters.

Thomas Z. Cheplo is one of 11,568 maritime attorneys indexed nationally. Browse maritime attorneys in District of Columbia →

International Law

International law attorneys for cross-border transactions, trade, foreign investment, and treaties.

Thomas Z. Cheplo is one of 40,133 international attorneys indexed nationally. Browse international attorneys in District of Columbia →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in District of Columbia

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Thomas Z. Cheplo

Where is Thomas Z. Cheplo's law office located?
Thomas Z. Cheplo's law practice is located in Washington, District of Columbia. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Thomas Z. Cheplo handle?
Thomas Z. Cheplo focuses on business, m&a, maritime, international. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in District of Columbia.
How long has Thomas Z. Cheplo practiced law?
Thomas Z. Cheplo has 27+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1999.
Where did Thomas Z. Cheplo go to law school?
Thomas Z. Cheplo earned their education at (J.D., 1999); (B.A. University, 1994).
How can I contact Thomas Z. Cheplo for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
University of Maryland School of Law
- 1999
B.A. University
University of Maryland
- 1994

Bar Admissions

Maryland
Admitted: 1999
District of Columbia United States Court of International Trade
Admitted: 2000

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