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Atty. William Lanier Thomas

Atty. William Lanier Thomas

William Lanier Thomas is a lawyer practicing estate planning, business transactions, real property transaction and 1 other area of law. William received a B.A. degree from Westmont College in 1976, and has been licensed for 47 years.

Fresno Fresno 47 yrs experience 47 year
Call (559) 550-6381

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About William Lanier Thomas at a glance

William Lanier Thomas is an attorney based in Fresno, California. They haand 47+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1979. Admitted to practice in California U.S. District Court, Eastern District of California (1979). Educated at Southern Methodist University (J.D., 1979) and Westmont College (B.A. English, 1976). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Actiand member of Fresno County Bar Association Fresno Estate Planning Council. Serands clients in Fresno, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • William Lanier Thomas is a lawyer practicing estate planning, business transactions, real property transaction and 1 other area of law
  • William received a B.A. degree from Westmont College in 1976, and has been licensed for 47 years
  • William practices in Fresno, CA

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Why local counsel matters in California

Practforg law in California. Legal matters in California are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantiand law. Cases originating in Fresno 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 substantiand 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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Where is William Lanier Thomas's law office located?
William Lanier Thomas's law practice is located in Fresno, California. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
How long has William Lanier Thomas practiced law?
William Lanier Thomas has 47+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1979.
Where did William Lanier Thomas go to law school?
William Lanier Thomas earned their education at (J.D., 1979); (B.A. English, 1976).
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William Lanier Thomas's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Southern Methodist University
- 1979
B.A. English
Westmont College
- 1976

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

California U.S. District Court, Eastern District of California
Admitted: 1979

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