Atty. Eric A. DeJong
Eric A. DeJong is a lawyer practicing corporate finance, corporate governance, securities and 4 other areas of law.
Corporate Finance & More Attorney · Serving Seattle, WA · 36+ Years Experience
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About Eric A. DeJong at a Glance
Eric A. DeJong is a Partner based in Seattle, Washington, practicing at Perkins Coie LLP. They have 36+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1990. Their practice focuses on business, m&a, and securities. Admitted to practice in California (1990) and Washington (1994). Educated at Hastings College of the Law, University of California (J.D., 1990) and Washington State University (B.A., 1986). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serves clients in Seattle, WA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Eric A. DeJong
- Eric A. DeJong is a lawyer practicing corporate finance, corporate governance, securities and 4 other areas of law
- Eric received a B.A. degree from Washington State University in 1986, and has been licensed for 36 years
- Eric practices at Perkins Coie LLP in Seattle, WA
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Eric A. DeJong's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Eric A. DeJong handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Seattle.
Business & Corporate Law in Seattle
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
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Mergers & Acquisitions in Seattle
Eric A. DeJong is one of 49,430 m&a attorneys indexed nationally. Browse m&a attorneys in Washington →
Securities Law in Seattle
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Seattle
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 Seattle 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.
Seattle Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Seattle-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 Seattle Choose Eric A. DeJong
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 Eric A. DeJong's practice in the field of business, m&a, and securities.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Eric A. DeJong brings 36+ 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 California and Washington, Eric A. DeJong can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering business, m&a, and securities, Eric A. DeJong can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Seattle
A Seattle-based practice means Eric A. DeJong 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 Eric A. DeJong Handles in Seattle
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