Atty. Douglas Dewitt Peters

Atty. Douglas Dewitt Peters

Douglas Dewitt Peters is a lawyer practicing discrimination, elder law, employment and 1 other area of law. Douglas received a B.A. degree from University of Washington in 1957, and has been licensed for 65 years.

Selah Selah 65 yrs experience 65 year
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Profile Summary

About Douglas Dewitt Peters at a glance

Douglas Dewitt Peters is a Member based in Selah, Washington, practicing at Peters & Fowler, Inc., P.S.. They have 65+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1961. Their practice focuses on employment, civil rights, and elder law. Admitted to practice in Washington (1961). Educated at University of Washington (J.D., 1960) and University of Washington (B.A., 1957). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Yakima County and Washington State Bar Associations Washington State Trial Lawyers Association. Serands clients in Selah, WA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Douglas Dewitt Peters is a lawyer practicing discrimination, elder law, employment and 1 other area of law
  • Douglas received a B.A. degree from University of Washington in 1957, and has been licensed for 65 years
  • Douglas practices at Peters & Fowler, Inc., P.S. in Selah, WA

Practice Areas Explained

Douglas Dewitt Peters's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Douglas Dewitt Peters handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

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Civil Rights

Civil rights attorneys for discrimination, police misconduct, constitutional rights, and civil liberties cases.

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Elder Law

Elder law attorneys for Medicaid planning, long-term care, guardianship, conservatorship, and elder abuse.

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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 Selah 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 Douglas Dewitt Peters

Where is Douglas Dewitt Peters's law office located?
Douglas Dewitt Peters's law practice is located in Selah, Washington. The firm is Peters & Fowler, Inc., P.S.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Douglas Dewitt Peters handle?
Douglas Dewitt Peters focuses on employment, civil rights, elder law. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Washington.
How long has Douglas Dewitt Peters practiced law?
Douglas Dewitt Peters has 65+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1961.
Where did Douglas Dewitt Peters go to law school?
Douglas Dewitt Peters earned their education at (J.D., 1960); (B.A., 1957).
How can I contact Douglas Dewitt Peters for a consultation?
You can contact Douglas Dewitt Peters 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.
What awards or recognition has Douglas Dewitt Peters received?
Douglas Dewitt Peters's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Washington
- 1960
B.A.
University of Washington
- 1957

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Washington
Admitted: 1961

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