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Thomas Vanis

I prioritize developing a collaborative relationship with my clients that allows me to comprehensively understand their business and map their primary concerns and objectives. I work closely with my clients and commit myself to their circumstances to deliver personalized solutions and reliable counsel. Quotation mark
Thomas Vanis
Thomas Vanis
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About Thomas

Thomas Vanis is an associate on the firm’s litigation team. His practice is focused on commercial litigation, and his experience includes supporting client intake, conducting legal research, drafting pleadings, managing discovery and motion practice, and supporting matters through dispute resolution.

Prior to graduating law school, Thomas worked as a law clerk at Miller Nash. His previous experience includes internships at investment firms, where he worked on investment analysis, financial research, and earnings projections. He also interned in the legal department of a sports management agency, where he analyzed and edited client endorsement contracts and NFL contract extensions and conducted research on current athlete-agent laws and NCAA compliance regulations.

Services

Education

  • J.D., University of San Diego School of Law, cum laude, 2025
    • Associate Editor, International Law Journal
    • JD/MBA Chair, Business Law Society
    • Faculty Honor Scholarship
    • Excellence for the Future Award, business transactions in emerging markets
  • M.B.A., University of San Diego Knauss School of Business, 2023
    • Dean Graduate Merit Scholarship
    • Winner, Sempra Energy Consulting Case Competition
  • B.A., University of California, Berkeley, interdisciplinary studies , 2021
    • Varsity Letterman and Linebacker, Cal Football
    • Pac-12 Student-Athlete Academic Honor Roll

Bar Admissions

  • California, 2025

Activities

Civic Plus
  • Midnight Mission Shelter
    • Volunteer
  • LA Food Bank
    • Volunteer
  • Boys and Girls Club
    • Basketball Coach

Outside the Office

Outside of the office, Thomas enjoys fishing, golf, going to the beach, and supporting the Dodgers and Rams.

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