From Dreams to Courtrooms: The Journey of Thomas Weaver
Thomas E. Weaver, WSBA #22488, has been an unwavering legal advocate since his admission to the Washington State Bar in 1993. With a career spanning upwards of 30 years, Mr. Weaver has passionately represented individuals facing a broad spectrum of criminal charges. In 2005, he established the esteemed Law Office of Thomas E. Weaver in order to continue defending the rights of individuals in criminal legal proceedings in his relentless pursuit of justice.
The Legal Expertise You Can Trust
Mr. Weaver's extensive legal journey includes handling approximately 300 jury trials and over 300 appeals. His commitment to excellence and dedication to his clients earned him the recognition of the Washington Supreme Court, which qualified him to represent individuals charged with potential capital offenses.
Thomas Weaver's Educational Background and Professional Distinctions
- Juris Doctor (J.D.), Seattle University (formerly University of Puget Sound) School of Law, cum laude, 1992.
- Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Columbia University, New York, NY, 1990.
- Distinguished Scholar, Central Kitsap High School, 1986.
Thomas Weaver has established himself as an expert around the State in criminal law, particularly in the areas of sexual and domestic violence offenses, as demonstrated by the fact that he is routinely asked to speak at statewide trainings for defense attorneys in these areas. He speaks regularly in the Washington legislature on these topics. He has been honored by the Washington State Office of Public Defense for his contributions to appellate public defense and the Washington Association of Criminal Defense Attorneys for distinguished service.
- Tom Weaver has been a member of Washington State Bar in good standing since May 24, 1993.
- In 2005, Tom became one of only three attorneys in the greater Kitsap area who were qualified by the Washington Supreme Court Capital Counsel Panel to handle capital cases.
- He is a member of United States Supreme Court Bar, Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals Bar, and the Federal District Court of Western Washington Bar.
- Tom’s extensive, in-depth understanding of the United States Constitution and the Washington State Constitution, and his ability to apply that understanding to each individual’s case, sets him apart in his proficiency in the field of criminal defense
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As a local attorney, Mr. Weaver is deeply committed to serving the community he calls home. With a welcoming and engaging approach, he strives to provide personalized legal solutions that address each client's unique needs.
"The Electoral College: A Biography of America's Peculiar Creation"
by Tom Weaver
A timely look at how the Electoral College has changed U.S. history and why it endures—told through the lenses of specific people who influenced the process and were impacted by the results.
"Over the years, no feature of the Constitution has attracted more criticism than that strange creature called the Electoral College. Thomas E. Weaver has made that history into a story with an intriguing cast of characters, some familiar, several new to me. Suppose you want to know why it is so hard to do away with this long-standing anachronism. In that case, Weaver's story will help you understand." —Joseph J. E., Professor Emeritus of History, Mount Holyoke College, author of Pulitzer Prize-winning Founding Brothers: The Revolutionary Generation.
"Weaver makes excellent use of well-chosen, vivid anecdotes and a clear, lively writing style to offer an engaging and insightful analysis of a topic that in less skilled hands could easily be offputtingly dry or arcane. Two other compelling aspects of the manuscript are that the subject matter is of obvious urgent contemporary concern and that the author has ferreted out underappreciated narratives of women and minorities that are nevertheless central to understanding the historical development of the Electoral College system." —Gregory S. A., Professor Emeritus of History and Humanities, University of Wisconsin-Green Bay, author of Daily Life in the Roman City: Rome, Pompeii, and Ostia.
"Those who think throwing stones at political institutions is the same as reasoned debate should take lessons from this carefully researched book. With a cast of colorful characters in tow, Weaver examines the long-standing controversies surrounding the EC and sets out numerous reform proposals ranging from outright abolition to removing the "plus two" clause. Weaver brings a wealth of historical research to the task, writing with authority and clarity." —Kirkus.
"Weaver's history of the origins of the Electoral College and the reasons put forth both for its abolition and preservation is tremendously engaging. In lively and accessible prose, Weaver makes the history of the founding of the EC come alive, and he makes the issues surrounding it, pro and con, clear, understandable, and interesting." —Booklist.
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