
David G. Thomas, Class Action Attorney in Boston, Massachusetts
Over 28 years of legal practice · focused on Class Action, Employment, and General
ShareholderatGreenberg Traurig, LLP
Boston, MA
Practicing class action in Boston since 1998.
- 28+
- Years practicing
- 1
- Bar admission
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David G. Thomas is a shareholder based in Boston, MA. The practice focuses on Class Action, Employment, and General. David has over 28 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Greenberg Traurig, LLP.
- Based in
- Boston, MA
- Experience
- over 28 years
- Known for
- Class Action · Employment · General
- Handles Class Action, Employment, and General matters from Boston, MA.
- Over 28 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About David G. Thomas: David G. Thomas is a shareholder based in Boston, MA. The practice focuses on Class Action, Employment, and General. David has over 28 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Greenberg Traurig, LLP.
Areas of practice
Legal matters David takes on
David concentrates on class action, employment, general, litigation, and personal injury. Each area below outlines the kind of case David handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Class Action
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Employment
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General
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Litigation
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Personal Injury
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Class Action cases in Boston, Massachusetts
David takes class action matters in Boston, Massachusetts. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before David agrees to represent you.
Employment cases in Boston, Massachusetts
David takes employment matters in Boston, Massachusetts. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before David agrees to represent you.
General cases in Boston, Massachusetts
David takes general matters in Boston, Massachusetts. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before David agrees to represent you.
Litigation cases in Boston, Massachusetts
David takes litigation matters in Boston, Massachusetts. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before David agrees to represent you.
Personal Injury cases in Boston, Massachusetts
David takes personal injury matters in Boston, Massachusetts. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before David agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet David G. Thomas — class action lawyer in Boston
David G. Thomas is a shareholder based in Boston, MA. The practice focuses on Class Action, Employment, and General. David has over 28 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Greenberg Traurig, LLP.
David advises on individual and corporate disputes during the entire dispute-resolution life cycle, including through strategic negotiation, mediation, other forms of alternative dispute resolution, and adjudication through trial when needed or required. David has experience with many subject matters, including unfair or deceptive business practices disputes in individual and putative class action settings, including under Massachusetts General Laws Chapter 93A-the Massachusetts Consumer Protection Act. Boston magazine selected David as a “Top Lawyer-Class Action” in 2022-2024. Also, Massachusetts Lawyers Weekly selected David as a “Go To Lawyer-Business Litigation” in 2022-2024. David holds an LL.M. in Dispute Resolution and has been certified as a Mediator by the National Association of Mediators and works with clients on avoiding disputes proactively by identifying and ameliorating existing or potential dispute risks in business policies and practices.
Concentrations
•Defending unfair and deceptive business practices disputes brought by consumers or governmental agencies, including Qui Tam/False Claims Act/Telephone Consumer Protection Act disputes
•Defending and prosecuting business and commercial disputes between individuals and companies, including unfair methods of competition, unfair or deceptive business practices, and trade secrets disputes
•Defending and prosecuting intra-company corporate, limited liability company, and partnership disputes
Recognition & Leadership
Awards & Accolades
•Listed, The Best Lawyers in America, Commercial Litigation, 2025-2026
•Listed, Massachusetts Lawyers Weekly, “Go To Business Litigation Lawyers,” 2022-2024
•Listed, Boston magazine, 'Top Lawyers - Class Action,' 2022-2024
•Team Member, U.S. News - Best Lawyers, Best Law Firms Edition, 'Law Firm of the Year,' Banking & Finance - Litigation, 2017
David's approach to class action cases
David advises on individual and corporate disputes during the entire dispute-resolution life cycle, including through strategic negotiation, mediation, other forms of alternative dispute resolution, and adjudication through trial when needed or required. David has experience with many subject matters, including unfair or deceptive business practices disputes in individual and putative class…
The kind of cases David takes
David reviews new inquiries case-by-case for class action, employment, and general matters in Boston and the surrounding Massachusetts area.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
University of Missouri School of Law, Columbia LL.M. Dispute Resolution, summa cum laude Suffolk University Law School J.D. magna cum laude
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Harvard University Extension School Graduate Certificate of Special Studies in Administration and Management University of Massachusetts at Amherst B.A. Legal Studies
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Jurisdictions
David's state bar admissions
Massachusetts Suprem
1998 · ACTIVE
David studied at — in University of Missouri School of Law, Columbia LL.M. Dispute Resolution, summa cum laude Suffolk University Law School J.D. magna cum laude and — in Harvard University Extension School Graduate Certificate of Special Studies in Administration and Management University of Massachusetts at Amherst B.A. Legal Studies.
Law school and academic background
David completed — in University of Missouri School of Law, Columbia LL.M. Dispute Resolution, summa cum laude Suffolk University Law School J.D. magna cum laude and — in Harvard University Extension School Graduate Certificate of Special Studies in Administration and Management University of Massachusetts at Amherst B.A. Legal Studies. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice David runs in Massachusetts is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Affiliations
David's professional memberships and bar associations
Professional & Community Involvement •Member, American Bar Association •Member, Boston Bar Association •Member, Massachusetts Association of Trial Lawyers
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Locations
David G. Thomas's office in Boston
David's primary office is at One International Place, Suite 2000, Boston, MA, 02110. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Greenberg Traurig, LLP
One International Place, Suite 2000
Boston, MA 02110
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How to hire David G. Thomas — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new class action attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with David usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
David charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain David'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; David will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a class action attorney in Boston, Massachusetts
A short list to run through before you commit: How many class action 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 David
David discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in class action practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every class action 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. David confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
David's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many class action practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about David G. Thomas
How much does it cost to hire David for a class action case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. David walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does David offer a free consultation?
David charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain David's office. Some class action attorneys offer free consults — check David's current terms during booking.
How long do class action cases in Massachusetts typically take?
Simple class action 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. David gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can David take my case if I'm outside Boston?
David is licensed in Massachusetts. Matters governed by Massachusetts law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — David 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 David?
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. David will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is David accepting new class action clients right now?
David's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
Class Action attorneys serving Boston, Cambridge and Worcester in Massachusetts
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