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Thomas P Ramstack Esq.
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Biography
I am the owner and editor of The Legal Forum and the weekly email newsletter Legal Forum News. I have handled criminal defense and workers compensation cases. I also have written on a wide variety of legal issues, everything from constitutional law to government regulation to environmental law.
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Licensed in District of Columbia for 35 years
State: District of Columbia
Acquired: 1990
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Location
The Legal Forum
800 4th Street SW, No. N517, Washington, DC, 20024
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Posted by Muhammad Tariq Younas Advocate | November 06, 2025
Nice and sover lawyer
I appreciate your clear and practical guidance on this complex civil rights issue. Your approach reflects a deep understanding of procedural and substantive aspects. As a practicing lawyer myself, I find your contribution both informative and professionally enriching.
Thomas Ramstack
Replied last November 06, 2025Thank you. I couldn’t be happier with your review.
Posted by Scott | November 21, 2024
Respectfully no fluff
He voluntarily answered my legal question very informatively, which has been weighing on my mind now I'm able to focus on the main issue in my case. Thank you Sir
Posted by Justin | October 11, 2023
Thorough, timely, detailed, and helpful.
Attorney Ramstack is the go-to for your legal questions and assistance. I highly recommend him as he is the best in the business! He's extremely helpful and will work tirelessly until your question or situation is resolved. Thanks, Attorney Ramstack! God Bless!
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Experience
Honors
2024
2023 Capital Pro Bono Honor Roll, D.C. Bar
2008
Dateline Award, Society of Professional Journalists
2002
volunteer of the year, D.C. Employment Justice Center
Work Experience
2020 - Present
contract attorney, U.S. Department Of Homeland Security
2015 - Present
owner/editor, The Legal Forum
2000 - 2009
legal affairs reporter/ad hoc legal advisor, The Washington Times
1991 - 1995
contract public defender, District of Columbia Public Defender Service
Associations
2014 - Present
D.C. Bar real media sectionMember
1990 - Present
District of Columbia Bar
Sample of Legal Cases
D.C. Bar Ethics Opinion
Education
1978
University of Kansas
B.S., B.A.
Speaking Engagements
2008
Washington Journal
C-Span
Publications
2015
Koehler Books
Boston's Bloody Marathon
2015
Reuters
Fox News Terrorism Analyst Ordered Jailed After Lying About CIA Ties
2015
Reuters
Hearing for accused 9/11 plotters weighs alleged government meddling
2015
Reuters
Lawyer for accused 9/11 plotter alleges mistreatment at Guantanamo
2014
Reuters
Defense says Guantanamo detainee is soldier, exempt from war crimes
1999
legal manual on OSHA law and regulations
Cases and Materials on Occupational Safety and Health Law
Languages
Spanish
French
Activity
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Legal Guides
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Q&A
My son is not getting medical attention in jail.
01 Jul 2026
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How do I go about seeking legal counsel for being assaulted by the police?
30 Jun 2026
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Will the police come after me over a missed $30 pizza delivery?
30 Jun 2026