About Archibald Johns Thomas
Archibald Johns Thomas III is a board-certified labor and employment attorney based in Jacksonville, Florida. With over 40 years of experience, he has dedicated his career to specializing in employment law and advocating for employee rights. His expertise extends to wrongful termination cases, where he has successfully represented numerous clients. Mr. Thomas earned his Juris Doctor from Stetson University College of Law in 1977. He distinguished himself as a member of the Law Review—a prestigious honor that supports his legal scholarship. Following his graduation, Mr. Thomas began his legal career by clerking for the Honorable Paul Game Jr., a United States Magistrate Judge for the Middle District of Florida, Tampa Division. This position provided him with inexperience in federal law and judicial processes.
Subsequently, he took on the role of the first Assistant Federal Public Defender for the Jacksonville Division of the United States District Court, Middle District of Florida. This experience further developed his skills in litigation and advocacy, preparing him for his future endeavors in private practice. In 1983, Mr. Thomas founded the Law Offices of Archibald J — Thomas, III, P.A., located at 1326 3rd Street South, Suite 2, Jacksonville Beach, FL 32250. His firm has since focused on employment law, employee rights. Wrongful termination cases, earning a reputation for its dedication to client advocacy. Mr. Thomas's leadership extends beyond his practice; he has served as the former President and State Chapter Co-Chair of the Florida Chapter of the National Employment Lawyers Association. His involvement in professional organizations shows his commitment to advancing employment law and protecting workers' rights.
Throughout his career, Mr. Thomas has held several influential positions, including serving on the Executive Council of the Labor and Employment Section of the Florida Bar. He has been the Chair of the Current Legal Developments Committee and Co-Chair of the Individual Rights Committee, where he contributed to shaping policies and practices within the field. His peers have recognized his legal acumen, as evidenced by his inclusion in the Martindale-Hubbell Bar Register of Preeminent Lawyers, where he holds an AV rating—the highest attorney rating awarded. In addition to his practice, Mr. Thomas is a sought-after speaker who has lectured extensively on employment law issues. He has presented at various seminars and conferences sponsored by organizations such as the National Employment Lawyers Association, the American Bar Association, and the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission. Admitted to practice in Florida since 1977, he is also a member of The Florida Bar. His credentials extend to the U.S.
District Court for the Middle District of Florida, the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fifth and Eleventh Circuits, the U.S. Supreme Court, the U.S. Court of Federal Claims. The U.S. Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit. Mr. Thomas’s extensive background and commitment to labor and employment law make him a respected figure in his field.
