Atty. William James Thomas, Jr

Atty. William James Thomas, Jr

William James Thomas, Jr is a lawyer practicing environmental law, air quality, water quality and 3 other areas of law. William received a B.S. degree from California State University, Chico in 1968, and has been licensed for 51 years.

Sacramento Sacramento 51 yrs experience 51 year
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Profile Summary

About William James Thomas, Jr at a glance

William James Thomas, Jr is an Of Counsel based in Sacramento, California, practicing at Best Best & Krieger LLP. They have 51+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1975. Their practice focuses on business, litigation, environmental, and agriculture. Admitted to practice in California (1975). Educated at McGeorge School of Law, University of the Pacific (J.D., 1975) and California State University, Chico (B.S., 1968). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Sacramento, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • William James Thomas, Jr is a lawyer practicing environmental law, air quality, water quality and 3 other areas of law
  • William received a B.S. degree from California State University, Chico in 1968, and has been licensed for 51 years
  • William practices at Best Best & Krieger LLP in Sacramento, CA

Practice Areas Explained

William James Thomas, Jr's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases William James Thomas, Jr 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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Civil Litigation

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

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Environmental Law

Environmental attorneys for regulatory compliance, contamination, land use, and natural resource law.

William James Thomas, Jr is one of 56,434 environmental attorneys indexed nationally. Browse environmental attorneys in California →

Agricultural Law

Agriculture attorneys for farm operations, ag finance, land use, water rights, and agribusiness.

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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 Sacramento 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 James Thomas, Jr

Where is William James Thomas, Jr's law office located?
William James Thomas, Jr's law practice is located in Sacramento, California. The firm is Best Best & Krieger LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does William James Thomas, Jr handle?
William James Thomas, Jr focuses on business, litigation, environmental, agriculture. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has William James Thomas, Jr practiced law?
William James Thomas, Jr has 51+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1975.
Where did William James Thomas, Jr go to law school?
William James Thomas, Jr earned their education at (J.D., 1975); (B.S., 1968).
How can I contact William James Thomas, Jr for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has William James Thomas, Jr received?
William James Thomas, Jr's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
McGeorge School of Law, University of the Pacific
- 1975
B.S.
California State University, Chico
- 1968

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1975

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