Overview

Thomas is based in Reminger’s Columbus office. His practice focuses on governmental/public entity liability, employment litigation, professional liability as well as a broad range of pre-suit investigative work and general litigation matters.

Prior to joining Reminger, Thomas served for three years in the United States Navy as a military police officer and for seven years in uniformed civilian law enforcement. Over his decade in police work, Thomas obtained several certifications and served in a variety of roles ranging from use of force training to hostage negotiations. Thomas also served for six years as a police union steward for the nation’s largest federal employment union representing fellow officers in pursuing grievances and against adverse employment actions.

These practical experiences give Thomas a unique insight into public entity liability and employment defense.

Representative Experience

Obtained summary judgment in favor of police department defending its field training program against claims of wrongful termination, discrimination, disparate treatment, and retaliation. 

Obtained summary judgment in favor of municipal prosecutor and court clerk against federal privacy law claims.

Obtained defense verdict for construction company on re-trial after successfully arguing for a new trial due to magistrate’s legal error in initially finding for Plaintiff during the first trial.

Honors & Recognitions

Awarded Capital University Law School’s Dean’s Award for Excellence in Leadership and Academic Achievement, 2018

Admitted to the Order of the Barristers, 2018

Defense Logistic Agency’s Police Officer of the Year, 2014

Awarded Police Commendation Medal, 2014

Community & Professional

Ohio State Bar Association

Columbus Bar Association

American Bar Association

Ohio Association of Civil Trial Attorneys
Governmental Liability Committee Vice-Chair
Young Lawyers Committee Chair

Results

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Education

J.D., Capital University Law School, cum laude, 2018
President of the Student Bar Association

B.A., Criminal Justice, Ohio University, 2014

Admissions

  • State of Ohio, 2018
  • U.S. District Court, Southern District of Ohio, 2018
  • U.S. Court of Appeals, Sixth Circuit 2019
  • U.S. District Court, Northern District of Ohio, 2019
  • U.S. District Court, Southern District of Indiana, 2021
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