Atty. Ian Christopher Cairns
Ian Christopher Cairns is a lawyer practicing appellate, civil litigation. Ian received a B.A. degree from University of Washington in 2004, and has been licensed for 16 years.
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Ian Christopher Cairns is a Member based in Seattle, Washington, practicing at Smith Goodfriend, P.S.. They have 16+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2010. Their practice focuses on litigation and appellate. Admitted to practice in Washington (2010). Educated at University of Washington School of Law (J.D., 2010) and University of Washington (B.A. University, 2004). Active member of Amicus Brief Committee. Serands clients in Seattle, WA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- Ian Christopher Cairns is a lawyer practicing appellate, civil litigation
- Ian received a B.A. degree from University of Washington in 2004, and has been licensed for 16 years
- Ian practices at Smith Goodfriend, P.S. in Seattle, WA
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Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
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Appellate attorneys for civil and criminal appeals at state and federal court.
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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 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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