Atty. William Rudolph Thomas

Atty. William Rudolph Thomas

William Rudolph Thomas is a lawyer practicing federal employers liability act, personal injury, workers compensation and 3 other areas of law. William received a B.S. degree from Western Kentucky University in 1967, and has been licensed for 54 years.

Madisonville Madisonville 54 yrs experience 54 year
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About William Rudolph Thomas at a glance

William Rudolph Thomas is a Member based in Madisonville, Kentucky, practicing at Corbin & Thomas. They have 54+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1972. Their practice focuses on personal injury, criminal defense, estate planning, employment, and workers comp. Admitted to practice in Kentucky (1972), Tennessee (1993), and Indiana (1994). Educated at University of Kentucky (J.D., 1971) and Western Kentucky University (B.S., 1967). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Kentucky Bar Association, Kentucky Academy of Trial Lawyers, The Association of Trial Lawyers of America. Serands clients in Madisonville, KY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • William Rudolph Thomas is a lawyer practicing federal employers liability act, personal injury, workers compensation and 3 other areas of law
  • William received a B.S. degree from Western Kentucky University in 1967, and has been licensed for 54 years
  • William practices at Corbin & Thomas in Madisonville, KY

Practice Areas Explained

William Rudolph Thomas's Areas of Practice

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

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.

William Rudolph Thomas is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Kentucky →

Criminal Defense

A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.

William Rudolph Thomas is one of 214,271 criminal defense attorneys indexed nationally. Browse criminal defense attorneys in Kentucky →

Estate Planning & Probate

An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.

William Rudolph Thomas is one of 226,537 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in Kentucky →

Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

William Rudolph Thomas is one of 169,120 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in Kentucky →

Workers Compensation

Workers compensation lawyers help injured workers get medical care, lost wages, and disability benefits. Free consult, no fee unless you win.

William Rudolph Thomas is one of 55,389 workers comp attorneys indexed nationally. Browse workers comp attorneys in Kentucky →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Kentucky

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about William Rudolph Thomas

Where is William Rudolph Thomas's law office located?
William Rudolph Thomas's law practice is located in Madisonville, Kentucky. The firm is Corbin & Thomas. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does William Rudolph Thomas handle?
William Rudolph Thomas focuses on personal injury, criminal defense, estate planning, employment, workers comp. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Kentucky.
How long has William Rudolph Thomas practiced law?
William Rudolph Thomas has 54+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1972.
Where did William Rudolph Thomas go to law school?
William Rudolph Thomas earned their education at (J.D., 1971); (B.S., 1967).
How can I contact William Rudolph Thomas for a consultation?
You can contact William Rudolph Thomas directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has William Rudolph Thomas received?
William Rudolph Thomas's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
University of Kentucky
- 1971
B.S.
Western Kentucky University
- 1967

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Kentucky
Admitted: 1972
Tennessee
Admitted: 1993
Indiana
Admitted: 1994

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