Atty. J. Alece Cox

Atty. J. Alece Cox

J. Alece Cox is a lawyer practicing estate planning/ probate/ wills, family, general and 2 other areas of law.

Tacoma Tacoma 43 yrs experience 43 year
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Profile Summary

About J. Alece Cox at a glance

J. Alece Cox is a Member based in Tacoma, Washington, practicing at Counsell, Murphy & Cox, P.S.. They have 43+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1983. Their practice focuses on probate, family law, estate planning, poa, and elder law. Admitted to practice in Washington (1983). Educated at Seattle University School of Law (J.D., 1983) and San Francisco State University (M.A. Educational, 1974). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of President, 1988-1989, Seattle-King County and Washington State Bar Associations Washington Women Lawyers. Serands clients in Tacoma, WA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • J. Alece Cox is a lawyer practicing estate planning/ probate/ wills, family, general and 2 other areas of law
  • J. received a M.A. degree from San Francisco State University in 1974, and has been licensed for 43 years
  • J. practices at Counsell, Murphy & Cox, P.S. in Tacoma, WA

Practice Areas Explained

J. Alece Cox's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases J. Alece Cox handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Probate

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Family Law

Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.

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Estate Planning & Probate

An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.

J. Alece Cox is one of 226,537 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in Washington →

Power of Attorney

J. Alece Cox is one of 33,188 poa attorneys indexed nationally. Browse poa attorneys in Washington →

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 Tacoma 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 J. Alece Cox

Where is J. Alece Cox's law office located?
J. Alece Cox's law practice is located in Tacoma, Washington. The firm is Counsell, Murphy & Cox, P.S.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does J. Alece Cox handle?
J. Alece Cox focuses on probate, family law, estate planning, poa, elder law. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Washington.
How long has J. Alece Cox practiced law?
J. Alece Cox has 43+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1983.
Where did J. Alece Cox go to law school?
J. Alece Cox earned their education at (J.D., 1983); (M.A. Educational, 1974).
How can I contact J. Alece Cox for a consultation?
You can contact J. Alece Cox 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 J. Alece Cox received?
J. Alece Cox's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
Seattle University School of Law
- 1983
M.A. Educational
San Francisco State University
- 1974

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Washington
Admitted: 1983

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