John B. Thomas, Jr.
About John B. Thomas, Jr.
John B. Thomas, Jr. is an Associate currently working at Arnold & Porter Kaye Scholer LLP in Washington, D.C. He has a diverse background in government affairs, public policy, and law, with experience at various organizations including Altria Client Services Inc., McAleese and Associates, and Lockheed Martin.
Work at Arnold & Porter
John B. Thomas, Jr. has been employed as an Associate at Arnold & Porter Kaye Scholer LLP since 2022. His role involves providing legal support and expertise in various matters, contributing to the firm's reputation in the legal industry. His experience in government affairs and public policy enhances his capabilities in this position.
Education and Expertise
John B. Thomas, Jr. holds a Doctor of Law (JD) degree from Columbia Law School, which he completed from 2018 to 2020. He also studied at The George Washington University Law School, earning another JD from 2017 to 2018. Prior to his law education, he obtained a Bachelor of Arts in Public Policy and History from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, where he studied from 2010 to 2013.
Background
John B. Thomas, Jr. has a diverse professional background. He began his career as a Sales Associate at Advance Auto Parts from 2008 to 2013. He transitioned to roles in government and legal sectors, including positions at the U.S. House of Representatives as a Congressional Intern in 2011 and as a Judicial Extern at the United States District Court in 2019.
Previous Employment Experience
Prior to his current role at Arnold & Porter, John B. Thomas, Jr. worked at several notable organizations. He served as a Government Affairs Professional at Altria Client Services Inc. from 2015 to 2016, and as a Defense Policy Analyst at McAleese and Associates in 2014. He also held positions at Foley & Lardner LLP as a Public Affairs Coordinator and Advisor, and at Lockheed Martin as a Legal Intern in 2018.
Professional Development
John B. Thomas, Jr. has engaged in various professional development opportunities throughout his career. He was a Summer Associate at Ropes & Gray LLP in 2019 before becoming an Associate there in 2021. His experiences across different legal and policy roles have contributed to his expertise in the field.