Thomas Christian

Associate

Thomas Christian is an attorney in Dickinson Wright’s Litigation practice, where he focuses on civil litigation with a particular emphasis on government contracts and investigations. Licensed in Michigan, the District of Columbia, and Tennessee, Thomas represents clients across a wide geographic footprint, including large institutions, middle-market companies, and emerging businesses.

In his practice, Thomas handles disputes and investigations involving government contracts, including proceedings before the U.S. Court of Federal Claims. He also regularly advises clients on internal investigations and when facing government enforcement actions, fraud allegations, and compliance issues. Thomas takes a practical, collaborative approach to problem-solving and often works with clients to resolve matters before they reach trial, including through alternative dispute resolution methods like mediation and settlement negotiations. He also counsels on cross-border regulatory matters, including export controls, economic sanctions, and transactions involving the Committee on Foreign Investment in the United States (CFIUS), and is helping to expand the firm’s work in these areas.

Historically, at Dickinson Wright, Thomas advised clients on select political law matters involving election law, and nonprofit compliance. Prior to joining the firm, he clerked for Judge Edward H. Meyers at the U.S. Court of Federal Claims. His prior experience also includes practicing at a prominent Washington, D.C. law firm and working within the U.S. Intelligence Community and the Department of Defense.

Education & Credentials

Education

Vanderbilt University Law School

J.D., 2017
  • Scholastic Excellence Award in Corporate Compliance and Internal Investigations

Columbia University’s School of International and Public Affairs

Master of International Affairs, 2013

Bar Admission

  • Michigan
  • Tennessee
  • District of Columbia

Community Involvement

U.S. Board of Directors of World Renew

  • A Christian not-for-profit organization in the U.S. and Canada that focuses on international community development and domestic & international disaster response.

Court Admissions

  • U.S. Court of Federal Claims (2022)
  • U.S. District Court for the Western District of Michigan (2018)
  • U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Michigan (2022)
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