Atty. Edward Jay Ames
Edward Jay Ames is a lawyer practicing appellate, constitutional, criminal and 3 other areas of law. Edward received a B.A. degree from Eastern Washington University in 1985, and has been licensed for 36 years.
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Edward Jay Ames is an Asst. Pub. Def. based in Spokane Valley, Washington. They have 36+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1990. Their practice focuses on criminal defense, litigation, civil rights, and appellate. Admitted to practice in Washington (1990). Educated at University of Oregon (J.D., 1988) and Eastern Washington University (B.A. Spokane, 1985). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Serves clients in Spokane Valley, WA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- Edward Jay Ames is a lawyer practicing appellate, constitutional, criminal and 3 other areas of law
- Edward received a B.A. degree from Eastern Washington University in 1985, and has been licensed for 36 years
- Edward practices in Spokane Valley, WA
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Civil rights attorneys for discrimination, police misconduct, constitutional rights, and civil liberties cases.
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Appellate attorneys for civil and criminal appeals at state and federal court.
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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 Spokane Valley 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.
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