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Debra A. Thomas is a Baltimore native. She is married with two sons. She has over 20 years of experience as a trial attorney and has tried cases in all jurisdictions of Maryland.
Debra A. Thomas attended Western High School and after graduation attended Goucher College, receiving a B.A. She attended the University of Baltimore Law School where she received a Juris Doctor degree. She was admitted to the Maryland Bar in 1995. She is a member of the Maryland State Bar, Baltimore City Bar Association, Baltimore County Bar Association, Women's Bar Association, Maryland Association for Justice (formerly Trial Lawyer's Assoc.), and Alliance of Black Women Attorneys. She is also a member of the National Black Lawyer Association. In 2015, she was appointed by Governor Hogan to the Judicial Nominating Commission for the 3rd District, Baltimore County where she interviewed and determined eligible candidates for the bench. She has been the Chair of the Family Law Committee of the Baltimore City Bar and Co-Chair of Family Law Committee of Maryland Association of Justice. She is currently the Chair of the Board of Directors of Maryland Legal Services Corporations which provides milliions of dollars to non profit agencies that provide legal services to those who cannot afford private attorneys.
Ms. Thomas worked as a Casualty Claim Manager for Allstate Insurance Company and later worked as a Trial Attorney at the Allstate Staff Counsel office in Baltimore. There she tried over 300 cases in the Circuit and District Courts in Baltimore City, Baltimore County, Anne Arundel County, Howard County and Queen Anne’s County. Her experience gives her better insight to handle personal injury claims and to maximize settlements.
The law firm currently handles cases involving Personal Injury, Workers’ Compensation, Traffic, DUI/DWI, Uncontested Divorces, Separation Agreements, Marital Property Prenuptial Agreements, Mediation, and Wills. Her hobbies include traveling and reading. She was the President of the Jack and Jill Baltimore Chapter from 2017 to 2019.
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Practice Areas
22 years | 1,026 cases
14 years | 500 cases
33%-40%
State: Maryland
Acquired: 1995
No misconduct found
35 Client Reviews
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Posted by Tanika | May 01, 2019 | Hired Attorney
Pleasurable Law Experience
Attorney and staff very knowledgeable. Mrs. Thomas was very patient and explained each step of the process to me. I didn't feel rushed. I received the attention I needed. I highly recommend this office for any legal needs.
Posted by Katherine E | March 20, 2019 | Hired Attorney
Car accident
I honestly don’t know what I would have done without the Law Office of Debra A. Thomas. They provided me with piece of mind during my time of need. They were very personable and they made me feel like I was their only client. I did not have to worry or wonder about my case because they did an excelle...
Posted by NaShey | October 11, 2018 | Hired Attorney
Amazing Experience
Ms.Thomas and her team made my experience the easiest and painless. I felt that my best interest was taken into account throughout the whole process. I would definitely suggest others entrust her company with your legal needs.
Posted by Michel | October 11, 2018 | Car Accidents
Accident
Did a good job at getting what I thought I should get back. I would recommend her to anyway who get in an accident
Posted by Nneka | January 08, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
Settlement
This is my second time working with Debbie and I was pleased to work with her the first time, which prompted my return. This time around my case was way more complicated. My case was supposed to go court but thanks to Debbie we were able to avoid that and settle for an amount that I was very satisfie...
"She is an amazing family lawyer. She works hard for her clients and goes above and beyond to keep them updated. She works hard for her clients and I always know that I refer or work a case with Debra Thomas her client is in good hands."
Family lawyer
Family lawyer
2025
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2025
Top 100, The National Black Lawyers Association
2024
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2019
10 Best Attorneys, American Institute of Personal Injury Attorneys
2004 - Present
Owner, Law Office of Debra A. Thomas
2008 - 2017
Hearing Examiner, Baltimore City Fire and Police Department
1994 - 2004
Staff Counsel, Allstate Insurance Co. Staff Counsel
2013 - Present
Women's Bar Association of MarylandMember
1995 - Present
Maryland State Bar AssociationMember
1995 - Present
Bar Association of Baltimore CityFormer Chair
1995 - Present
Baltimore County Bar AssociationEntertainment Committee Chair, Family Law Committee Member
1995 - Present
Maryland Association for Justice, Family Law SectionCo-chair
1995 - Present
Alliance of Black Women AttorneysMember
$75,000
1994
JD - Juris Doctor
1990
Bachelors
2016
Divorce and Custody
2016
How to Handle a Custody Case & Uncontested Divorce
2015
10 Tips from 10 Family Law Magistrates
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English
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