Atty. David Benjamin Johnston
David Benjamin Johnston is a lawyer practicing real estate, land use, secured transactions and 5 other areas of law. David received a B.A. degree from Washington State University in 1986, and has been licensed for 35 years.
Land Use & More Attorney · Serving Kirkland, WA · 35+ Years Experience
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About David Benjamin Johnston at a Glance
David Benjamin Johnston is a Managing Partner based in Kirkland, Washington, practicing at Livengood Alskog, PLLC. They have 35+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1991. Their practice focuses on business, real estate, zoning, creditor rights, and civil rights. Admitted to practice in Washington (1991). Educated at University of Washington School of Law (J.D., 1991) and Washington State University (B.A., 1986). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Washington State, King County and East King County (President, 2003) Bar Associations. Serves clients in Kirkland, WA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About David Benjamin Johnston
- David Benjamin Johnston is a lawyer practicing real estate, land use, secured transactions and 5 other areas of law
- David received a B.A. degree from Washington State University in 1986, and has been licensed for 35 years
- David practices at Livengood Alskog, PLLC in Kirkland, WA
Practice Areas Explained
David Benjamin Johnston's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases David Benjamin Johnston handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Kirkland.
Business & Corporate Law in Kirkland
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
David Benjamin Johnston is one of 497,491 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Washington →
Real Estate Law in Kirkland
Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.
David Benjamin Johnston is one of 313,729 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in Washington →
Land Use & Zoning in Kirkland
David Benjamin Johnston is one of 39,875 zoning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse zoning attorneys in Washington →
Creditor Rights & Collections in Kirkland
David Benjamin Johnston is one of 42,582 creditor rights attorneys indexed nationally. Browse creditor rights attorneys in Washington →
Civil Rights in Kirkland
Civil rights attorneys for discrimination, police misconduct, constitutional rights, and civil liberties cases.
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Kirkland
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 Kirkland 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.
Kirkland Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Kirkland-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 Kirkland Choose David Benjamin Johnston
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 David Benjamin Johnston's practice in the field of business, real estate, zoning, creditor rights, and civil rights.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
David Benjamin Johnston brings 35+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering business, real estate, and zoning, David Benjamin Johnston can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Kirkland
A Kirkland-based practice means David Benjamin Johnston 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 David Benjamin Johnston Handles in Kirkland
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters David Benjamin Johnston 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.
This list is illustrative, not exhaustive. Contact David Benjamin Johnston directly to discuss the specifics of your situation.
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