Administrative/ Regulatory & More Attorney · Serving Yakima, WA · 43+ Years Experience
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About D. James Tree at a Glance
D. James Tree is a Member based in Yakima, Washington, practicing at Tree Law Offices. They have 43+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1983. Their practice focuses on personal injury, ssd, and government. Admitted to practice in Utah (1983) and Washington (1987). Educated at Brigham Young University (J.D., 1982) and Brigham Young University (B.S., 1978). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Washington State and American Bar Associations Utah State Bar. Serves clients in Yakima, WA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About D. James Tree
- Mr. D. James Tree is a lawyer practicing social security disability, personal injury, administrative/ regulatory and 1 other area of law
- D. received a B.S. degree from Brigham Young University in 1978, and has been licensed for 43 years
- D. practices at Tree Law Offices in Yakima, WA
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D. James Tree's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases D. James Tree handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Yakima.
Personal Injury in Yakima
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.
D. James Tree is one of 262,557 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Washington →
Social Security Disability in Yakima
SSDI and SSI attorneys for disability claims, denied benefits, and Social Security appeals.
D. James Tree is one of 26,311 ssd attorneys indexed nationally. Browse ssd attorneys in Washington →
Government & Administrative Law in Yakima
Attorneys for administrative law, agency hearings, government contracts, licensing, and public benefits.
D. James Tree is one of 131,162 government attorneys indexed nationally. Browse government attorneys in Washington →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Yakima
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 Yakima 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 venue, 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.
Yakima Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Yakima-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Yakima Choose D. James Tree
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish D. James Tree's practice in the field of personal injury, ssd, and government.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
D. James Tree brings 43+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in Utah and Washington, D. James Tree can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering personal injury, ssd, and government, D. James Tree can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Yakima
A Yakima-based practice means D. James Tree attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
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Common Legal Issues D. James Tree Handles in Yakima
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters D. James Tree has experience with under Washington law. If your situation involves one of these case categories, this attorney may be well positioned to help you understand your options.
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