Atty. David L. Donnan

Atty. David L. Donnan

David L. Donnan is a lawyer practicing appellate, constitutional, criminal and 2 other areas of law.

Shoreline Shoreline 40 yrs experience 40 year
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Profile Summary

About David L. Donnan at a glance

David L. Donnan is a Washington Appellate Project based in Shoreline, Washington. They have 40+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1986. Their practice focuses on criminal defense, juvenile, civil rights, and appellate. Admitted to practice in California (1986) and Washington (1989). Educated at California Western School of Law (J.D., 1986) and University of Utah (B.S., 1980). Serands clients in Shoreline, WA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • David L. Donnan is a lawyer practicing appellate, constitutional, criminal and 2 other areas of law
  • David received a B.S. degree from University of Utah in 1980, and has been licensed for 40 years
  • David practices in Shoreline, WA

Practice Areas Explained

David L. Donnan's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases David L. Donnan handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Criminal Defense

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Juvenile Law

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Civil Rights

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Appellate Practice

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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 Shoreline 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 David L. Donnan

Where is David L. Donnan's law office located?
David L. Donnan's law practice is located in Shoreline, Washington. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does David L. Donnan handle?
David L. Donnan focuses on criminal defense, juvenile, civil rights, appellate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Washington.
How long has David L. Donnan practiced law?
David L. Donnan has 40+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1986.
Where did David L. Donnan go to law school?
David L. Donnan earned their education at (J.D., 1986); (B.S., 1980).
How can I contact David L. Donnan for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
California Western School of Law
- 1986
B.S.
University of Utah
- 1980

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1986
Washington
Admitted: 1989

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