Andrew T. Thomas is the founder of the law firm dedicated to
facilitating legal immigration to the United States. His expertise has garnered
notable attention from various media outlets, where he has provided insights on
immigration-related matters.
Mr. Thomas commenced his career as a vital member of a
litigation team representing a class of direct-serve gasoline dealers across
thirty-five states. The case revealed deliberate overcharging by a
multinational oil and gas conglomerate between March 1, 1983, and August 31,
1994. The outcome of this class action lawsuit resulted in a substantial
recovery of $1.08 billion for the dealers, along with attorneys' fees totaling
$325 million, expense reimbursement of $5.65 million, and an incentive award of
$15.9 million to the class representatives. His extensive litigation and trial
experience extends to Fortune 500 companies, encompassing complex litigation, products
liability, and specialty torts.
Andrew has channeled his extensive litigation and trial
acumen into advocating for individuals in Immigration Court facing deportation
from the United States. Additionally, he has assisted numerous families in
securing residency, visas, and work authorizations through petitions submitted
to the Department of Labor and U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services.
Media Appearances and Recognitions:
Throughout his career, Mr. Thomas has made numerous
appearances in the media, including Univision, Telemundo, Buenos Dias Familia,
and Estrella TV. His exceptional legal prowess has earned him recognition as
one of the "Leaders in Law" in D Magazine's Best of Big D edition and
a "Top Lawyer" in Houston, as acknowledged by Houstonia Magazine. The
New York Times has also bestowed honor upon him, including his name in its
annual roster of "Power Lawyers" in the United States.
Furthermore, Andrew Thomas has received
accolades from the American Institute of Legal Counsel, Immigration Law
Division, as a "10 Best" Immigration Attorney in Texas. He has been
duly recognized as a Top Rated Lawyer in Texas by Lawyers of Distinction and
featured as a distinguished attorney in Attorney & Practice Magazine.