Thomas Warns is a litigation partner focusing primarily on international arbitration
and commercial litigation. Tom has represented clients in arbitrations governed by
most major rules, including those of the ICC, AAA, JAMS, ICDR, and ICSID. He also
has substantial litigation experience in both state and federal court, where he has
litigated breach of contract and corporate governance disputes, as well as several
matters in Delaware state courts. Tom has represented clients in a broad range of
complex commercial cases, including arbitrations in the LNG and natural gas industry
involving breaches of sales and purchase agreements, as well as supply agreements.
Tom also handles appellate work and mediations.
As a key aspect of his litigation practice, Tom has significant experience with all
phases of discovery, including electronic discovery and other electronically stored
information; document collection, review, and production; taking and defending
depositions; and drafting dispositive pre-trial motions. He also has
significant trial experience, including preparing and examining witnesses.
Tom also maintains an active pro bono practice and has represented charter schools in
litigation against a government agency, as well as indigent individuals in family
and immigration court.
