Atty. William Edward Thomson

Atty. William Edward Thomson

William Edward Thomson is a lawyer practicing litigation, administrative law and regulatory practice, appellate and constitutional law and 7 other areas of law. William received a degree from Princeton University in 1985, and has been licensed for 29 years.

Los Angeles Los Angeles 29 yrs experience 29 year
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Profile Summary

About William Edward Thomson at a glance

William Edward Thomson is a Partner based in Los Angeles, California, practicing at Gibson Dunn And Crutcher Llp. They have 29+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1997. Their practice focuses on product liability, litigation, government, appellate, and entertainment. Admitted to practice in California United States Supreme Court California Supreme Court Second Circuit Court of Appeals Thir (1997). Educated at Princeton University (Bachelor, 1985). Serands clients in Los Angeles, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • William Edward Thomson is a lawyer practicing litigation, administrative law and regulatory practice, appellate and constitutional law and 7 other areas of law
  • William received a degree from Princeton University in 1985, and has been licensed for 29 years
  • William practices at Gibson, Dunn & Crutcher LLP in Los Angeles, CA

Practice Areas Explained

William Edward Thomson's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases William Edward Thomson handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Product Liability

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Civil Litigation

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Government & Administrative Law

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Appellate Practice

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Entertainment & Sports Law

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in California

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 Los Angeles 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 andnue, 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.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about William Edward Thomson

Where is William Edward Thomson's law office located?
William Edward Thomson's law practice is located in Los Angeles, California. The firm is Gibson Dunn And Crutcher Llp. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does William Edward Thomson handle?
William Edward Thomson focuses on product liability, litigation, government, appellate, entertainment. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has William Edward Thomson practiced law?
William Edward Thomson has 29+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1997.
Where did William Edward Thomson go to law school?
William Edward Thomson earned their education at (Bachelor, 1985).
How can I contact William Edward Thomson for a consultation?
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Education

Bachelor
Princeton University
- 1985

Bar Admissions

California United States Supreme Court California Supreme Court Second Circuit Court of Appeals Thir
Admitted: 1997

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