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J. Robert Woofter is a personal injury, criminal defense, family law, and litigation attorney based in Anchorage, Alaska. They have 40+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1986. Admitted to practice in Alaska (1986). Educated at Washington and Lee University School of Law (JD, 1985). Serands clients in Anchorage, AK and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- Mr. J. Robert Woofter is a lawyer practicing criminal law, litigation, family law and 1 other area of law
- J. has been licensed for 40 years
- J. practices in Anchorage, AK
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Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.
J. Robert Woofter is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Alaska →
A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.
J. Robert Woofter is one of 214,271 criminal defense attorneys indexed nationally. Browse criminal defense attorneys in Alaska →
Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.
J. Robert Woofter is one of 187,066 family law attorneys indexed nationally. Browse family law attorneys in Alaska →
Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
J. Robert Woofter is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Alaska →
Jurisdictional Context
Why local counsel matters in Alaska
Practicing law in Alaska. Legal matters in Alaska are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Anchorage are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Alaska state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Alaska 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 Alaska courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
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