Busyness and Blogging are Not Always Friends
Since last autumn I have been working as many days and hours as ever in my career. The unhappy result is that I have neither blogged for...
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Reflections of an Appellate Law Attorney: Thanksgiving Weekend 2023
In my solo practice I sometimes get so busy that do not take adequate time to reflect on the blessings of my life, including those that I...
Super Lawyers Recognition for 2023 in Appellate Law
I am pleased to announce my 2023 recognition by Super Lawyers in Appellate Law. My professional peers honor me with their nominations for...
Norman A. Thomas, PLLC Ranked as “Best Law Firms” by U.S. News & World Report and Best Lawyers
Norman A. Thomas, PLLC announces its inclusion in the 2023 Edition of Best Lawyers® and U.S. News & World Report "Best Law Firms"...
Norman A. Thomas Named to 2023 Best Lawyers in America© List
Norman Thomas, Owner and Attorney at Norman A. Thomas, PLLC, is named to the 2023 Edition of The Best Lawyers in America© for his...
Norman A. Thomas Recognized by Super Lawyers for Work in Appellate Law, Fourth Consecutive Year
RICHMOND, VA (May 20, 2022) –– Norman A. Thomas, PLLC is pleased to announce that Norman Thomas has been selected for the 2022 edition of...
My Client and I Want to Hire you for Appellate Representation. What Documents Do You Need to See?
When a trial attorney or prospective client contacts me about representation, I make a preliminary assessment of the appellate case. At...
Virginia Business Magazine 2021 "Legal Elite" Selection in Appellate Law
I once again am honored by Virginia Business Magazine’s recognition of me as a Legal Elite in Appellate Law. I thank Virginia Business...
Norman A. Thomas, PLLC included in the 2022 Edition of U.S. News - Best Lawyers' "Best Law Firms.”
Norman A. Thomas, PLLC announces its inclusion in the 2022 Edition of Best Lawyers® and U.S. News & World Report "Best Law Firms"...
Suspension of Execution of Judgment in Virginia: So Often Misunderstood
In general, if an appealing party wishes to have a circuit court suspend (or “stay”) execution of judgment pending the outcome of an...
Norman Thomas Named to 2022 Best Lawyers in America© List
RICHMOND, VA (August 19, 2021) –– Norman Thomas, Owner and Attorney at Norman A. Thomas, PLLC, is named to the 2022 Edition of The Best...
Why Should My Client Hire an Appellate Attorney?
As civil or criminal litigation winds down in a Virginia circuit court or U.S. District Court, the jury’s or judge’s decision...
Forty Years a Lawyer Today
June 11, 2021 Celebrating forty years to the day since I was sworn in as an attorney in Virginia. I am still going strong, too! I'm...
Norman Thomas Selected to the 2021 Virginia Super Lawyers List
Norman Thomas, Owner and Attorney at Norman A. Thomas, PLLC, has been selected to the 2021 Virginia Super Lawyers list in Appellate Law....
Helpful Tips to Follow When Trial Counsel Anticipates an Appeal
Every trial attorney knows the feeling. The trial court makes a ruling that effectively guarantees that your client or clients will...
Virginia Business Magazine 2020 "Legal Elite" Selection in Appellate Law
I am proud and happy to acknowledge my 2020 selection as a Virginia Business Magazine Legal Elite in Appellate Law. As with my selection...
Best Law Firms Selection for 2021
I am very pleased to announce that my appellate practice law firm, Norman A. Thomas, PLLC, has been selected for 2021 recognition by Best...
Best Lawyers Recognitions for 2021
Please share in my happiness! I am proud and honored to be twice-recognized by Best Lawyers in America for 2021 in Appellate Law. The...
Green v. Diagnostic Imaging Assocs., P.C.: Virginia Executor May Maintain Wrongful Death Action Afte
In a unanimous decision significant to Virginia tort law, on June 4, 2020, the Virginia Supreme Court published its opinion in Green v....
Super Lawyers Selection for 2020 in Appellate Law
I am pleased to announce that for 2020, Super Lawyers once again recognized me in Appellate Law. I bring nearly forty years of...
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