Atty. Christopher R. Rao

Atty. Christopher R. Rao

Christopher R. Rao is a lawyer practicing civil litigation, family, personal injury and 4 other areas of law.

Seattle Seattle 29 yrs experience 29 year
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Profile Summary

About Christopher R. Rao at a glance

Christopher R. Rao is a Member based in Seattle, Washington, practicing at Rao & Pierce, LLC. They have 29+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1997. Their practice focuses on divorce, personal injury, family law, real estate, and bankruptcy. Admitted to practice in Washington (1997). Educated at Harvard University (J.D., 1992) and University of Texas at Austin (B.A., 1987). Serands clients in Seattle, WA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Christopher R. Rao is a lawyer practicing civil litigation, family, personal injury and 4 other areas of law
  • Christopher received a B.A. degree from University of Texas at Austin in 1987, and has been licensed for 29 years
  • Christopher practices at Rao & Pierce, LLC in Seattle, WA

Practice Areas Explained

Christopher R. Rao's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Christopher R. Rao handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Divorce

A divorce attorney guides you through property division, spousal support, custody, and the final decree — contested or uncontested.

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Personal Injury

Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.

Christopher R. Rao is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Washington →

Family Law

Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.

Christopher R. Rao is one of 187,066 family law attorneys indexed nationally. Browse family law attorneys in Washington →

Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

Christopher R. Rao is one of 316,149 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in Washington →

Bankruptcy & Debt

A bankruptcy attorney can help you eliminate debt, stop creditor harassment, and protect your home through Chapter 7 or Chapter 13.

Christopher R. Rao is one of 105,321 bankruptcy attorneys indexed nationally. Browse bankruptcy attorneys in Washington →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Washington

Practicing law in Washington. Legal matters in Washington are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Seattle are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Washington state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Washington brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Washington courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Christopher R. Rao

Where is Christopher R. Rao's law office located?
Christopher R. Rao's law practice is located in Seattle, Washington. The firm is Rao & Pierce, LLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Christopher R. Rao handle?
Christopher R. Rao focuses on divorce, personal injury, family law, real estate, bankruptcy. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Washington.
How long has Christopher R. Rao practiced law?
Christopher R. Rao has 29+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1997.
Where did Christopher R. Rao go to law school?
Christopher R. Rao earned their education at (J.D., 1992); (B.A., 1987).
How can I contact Christopher R. Rao for a consultation?
You can contact Christopher R. Rao directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.

Education

J.D.
Harvard University
- 1992
B.A.
University of Texas at Austin
- 1987

Bar Admissions

Washington
Admitted: 1997

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