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John B Thomas

John B Thomas

USA 2026

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Hicks Thomas LLP
 Hicks Thomas LLP

Ranked in 1 practice area

Litigation: General Commercial

Texas: Houston & Surrounds

6 years ranked

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John B. Thomas is the co-founder of Houston-based commercial litigation boutique Hicks Thomas LLP. Known for his deep experience in handling complex commercial litigation, Mr. Thomas and the firm’s lawyers represent both defendants and plaintiffs in lawsuits involving oil and gas, securities, environmental matters, banking, transportation, intellectual property and health care.

Mr. Thomas has been listed in Best Lawyers in America for his work in Commercial Litigation and Intellectual Property Litigation, selected as a Texas Super Lawyer by Thompson Reuters for every year since its inception, listed by Chambers USA as one of the leading lawyers in the country, has been named to Lawdragon’s 500 Leading Lawyers in America, and has an AV Preeminent rating from Martindale-Hubbell. He also is a Fellow of the Texas Bar Foundation.

Mr. Thomas received his law degree from The University of Michigan Law School, and earned his undergraduate degree from Western Michigan University. Following law school, he clerked for Edith H. Jones, Chief Judge (former) of the United States Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit.

Education

University of Michigan

J.D.

Western Michigan University

B.S., with honors

Awards

American Board of Trial Advocates

Chambers USA Leading Lawyers for Business – Environmental Litigation

Texas Super Lawyers – Business Litigation, 2003-present

Benchmark Litigation Star, 2024-2026

500 Leading Lawyers in America, 2023-2026

Lawdragon

500 Leading Litigators in America, 2023-2026

Lawdragon

500 Leading Lawyers in Environmental Law, 2023-2026

Lawdragon

Best Lawyers in America, 2018-2026

Chambers Review

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Chambers Guide to the USA

Litigation: General Commercial - Texas: Houston & Surrounds

Band 3
Individual Editorial
John Thomas has a strong track record representing clients in complex disputes, with experience across employment, insurance and environmental issues, among others.
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Strengths

Provided by Chambers

  • John is an outstanding advocate, both in the boardroom and the courtroom. He is firm yet practical and willing to make the right deal or stand his ground, all in the best interests of his clients.

    Litigation: General CommercialChambers Guide to the USA

  • John is the epitome of what all attorneys should strive to be. He is a consummate professional who is dedicated to his clients.

    Litigation: General CommercialChambers Guide to the USA

  • John understands our issues and is able to make great tactical and strategic decisions.

    Litigation: General CommercialChambers Guide to the USA

  • John is a true partner to our company. He has the big picture in mind and gives every effort to seeing our plans through to success.

    Litigation: General CommercialChambers Guide to the USA

  • John is smooth and persuasive with courts. He's also detail-oriented and easy to work with.

    Litigation: General CommercialChambers Guide to the USA

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Texas: Houston & Surrounds

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