About John
Biography
John Thomas is an Associate at McKinley Irvin, a premiere divorce and family law firm serving residents throughout the Pacific Northwest. A graduate of UCLA and UC Davis School of Law, John has dedicated his career to advocating on behalf of clients in a wide range of family law matters, including those involving high net worth divorce, domestic violence, relocation, and child support.
Attorney Thomas centers his practice on close communication with clients and meticulous preparation of cases. His versatility and knowledge of law in contracts, tax, criminal defense, and business and finance enable him to effectively handle a variety of issues that may arise during the divorce process.
John is a member of the King County, Washington State, and California State Bar Associations. He is also a former President / Treasurer of the Kern County Bar Association. John has authored several legal articles and has delivers various family law legal presentations.
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Practice Areas
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Fees and Rates
Cost
Always
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
Licenses
Licensed in Washington for 11 years
State: Washington
Acquired: 2014
No misconduct found
Licensed in California for 17 years
State: California
Acquired: 2008
No misconduct found
Location
Mckinley Irvin
Fax
1201 Pacific Avenue, Suite 2000, Tacoma, WA, 98402
mckinleyirvin.com/Tacoma.aspxEdward J. Thomas A Professional Corporation
5201 California Avenue, Suite 400, Bakersfield, CA, 93309-1673
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John Edward Thomas's Reviews
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5 Client Reviews
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Posted by Debbie | April 13, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Domestic Violence
Incredible Experience
We needed legal advice for my son who left an emotionally and mentally abusive relationship. I was able to get a same-day appointment with John. We were dealing with protection orders and domestic violence protection orders. During our initial consult, John spent the time to get to know my son, an...
Posted by anonymous | October 03, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
Good Family Lawyer
John had to take my case over, in the face of a really contentious case and an unhinged OC. He managed to rapidly comprehend the case and what was required, and provided solid representation. You might be hard pressed to find a better lawyer to handle your difficult case.
John Edward Thomas's Lawyer Endorsements
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Experience
Work Experience
2014 - Present
Associate Attorney, McKinley Irvin
1900 - Present
Associate Counsel, Edward J. Thomas A Professional Corporation
Associations
2014 - Present
Washington State Bar AssociationMember
2012 - 2012
Kern County Bar Association, Family Law SectionPresident
2011 - 2011
Kern County Bar Association, Family Law SectionTreasurer
2011 - 2013
State Bar of California, Family Law SectionFormer Executive Committee Member
Education
2008
JD
2005
BA
Speaking Engagements
2012
The illegally obtained e-mail: The admissibility of illegally obtained electronic evidence
2011
Watching it happen: Advanced evidence in the courtroom
2011
Illegally obtained e-mails: Using, excluding, and analyzing the problems of using stolen e-mails in marital dissolution proceedings
Publications
2013
2012
2011
Languages
English