A. Thomas Morris, Appellate Attorney in Arlington, Virginia
Over 37 years of legal practice · focused on Appellate, Employment, and General
Arlington, VA
Practicing appellate in Arlington since 1989.
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- Years practicing
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A. Thomas Morris is an attorney based in Arlington, VA. The practice focuses on Appellate, Employment, and General. A. has over 37 years of legal experience.
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- Arlington, VA
- Experience
- over 37 years
- Known for
- Appellate · Employment · General
- Handles Appellate, Employment, and General matters from Arlington, VA.
- Over 37 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About A. Thomas Morris: A. Thomas Morris is an attorney based in Arlington, VA. The practice focuses on Appellate, Employment, and General. A. has over 37 years of legal experience.
Areas of practice
Practice areas handled by A. Thomas Morris
A. concentrates on appellate, employment, general, insurance, and ip. Each area below outlines the kind of case A. handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Appellate
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Employment
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General
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Insurance
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IP
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Appellate cases in Arlington, Virginia
A. takes appellate matters in Arlington, Virginia. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before A. agrees to represent you.
Employment cases in Arlington, Virginia
A. takes employment matters in Arlington, Virginia. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before A. agrees to represent you.
General cases in Arlington, Virginia
A. takes general matters in Arlington, Virginia. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before A. agrees to represent you.
Insurance cases in Arlington, Virginia
A. takes insurance matters in Arlington, Virginia. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before A. agrees to represent you.
IP cases in Arlington, Virginia
A. takes ip matters in Arlington, Virginia. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before A. agrees to represent you.
Biography
About A. Thomas Morris — Over 37 years of Virginia appellate experience
A. Thomas Morris is an attorney based in Arlington, VA. The practice focuses on Appellate, Employment, and General. A. has over 37 years of legal experience.
A. Thomas Morris is a lawyer practicing insurance coverage, labor and employment, intellectual property and 3 other areas of law. A. received a B.S. degree from Georgetown University in 1986, and has been licensed for 37 years. A. practices in Arlington, VA.
A.'s approach to appellate cases
A. Thomas Morris is a lawyer practicing insurance coverage, labor and employment, intellectual property and 3 other areas of law. A. received a B.S. degree from Georgetown University in 1986, and has been licensed for 37 years. A. practices in Arlington, VA.
Clients A. works with
A. reviews new inquiries case-by-case for appellate, employment, and general matters in Arlington and the surrounding Virginia area.
Credentials
A. Thomas Morris's legal education and bar admissions
Duke University
J.D. · 1989
Georgetown University
B.S. · 1986
Jurisdictions
A.'s state bar admissions
North Carolina
1998 · ACTIVE
District of Columbia
1990 · ACTIVE
Pennsylvania
1989 · ACTIVE
A. studied at J.D. in Duke University and B.S. in Georgetown University.
Law school and academic background
A. completed J.D. in Duke University and B.S. in Georgetown University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice A. runs in Virginia is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Locations
A. Thomas Morris's office in Arlington
A.'s primary office is at 3695 N Harrison St, Arlington, VA, 22207-1843. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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How to hire A. Thomas Morris — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new appellate attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with A. usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
A. charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain A.'s office.
What to bring to your first meeting
Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; A. will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a appellate attorney in Arlington, Virginia
A short list to run through before you commit: How many appellate matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?
Fees & payment
Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for A.
A. discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in appellate practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every appellate matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. A. confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
A.'s office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many appellate practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about A. Thomas Morris
How much does it cost to hire A. for a appellate case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. A. walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does A. offer a free consultation?
A. charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain A.'s office. Some appellate attorneys offer free consults — check A.'s current terms during booking.
How long do appellate cases in Virginia typically take?
Simple appellate matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. A. gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can A. take my case if I'm outside Arlington?
A. is licensed in Virginia. Matters governed by Virginia law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — A. will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.
What should I bring to my first meeting with A.?
Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. A. will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is A. accepting new appellate clients right now?
A.'s intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
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