Atty. James David Burns

Atty. James David Burns

James David Burns is a lawyer practicing weaving heritage, personal injury, torts. James received a B.A. degree from Whitman College in 1954, and has been licensed for 69 years.

Seattle Seattle 69 yrs experience 69 year
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Profile Summary

About James David Burns at a glance

James David Burns is a Member based in Seattle, Washington, practicing at James D. Burns. They have 69+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1957. Their practice focuses on personal injury. Admitted to practice in Washington (1957). Educated at University of Washington (J.D., 1957) and Whitman College (B.A., 1954). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Seattle, WA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • James David Burns is a lawyer practicing weaving heritage, personal injury, torts
  • James received a B.A. degree from Whitman College in 1954, and has been licensed for 69 years
  • James practices at James D. Burns in Seattle, WA

Practice Areas Explained

James David Burns's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases James David Burns handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Personal Injury

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.

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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 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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Where is James David Burns's law office located?
James David Burns's law practice is located in Seattle, Washington. The firm is James D. Burns. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James David Burns handle?
James David Burns focuses on personal injury. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Washington.
How long has James David Burns practiced law?
James David Burns has 69+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1957.
Where did James David Burns go to law school?
James David Burns earned their education at (J.D., 1957); (B.A., 1954).
How can I contact James David Burns for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has James David Burns received?
James David Burns's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Washington
- 1957
B.A.
Whitman College
- 1954

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Washington
Admitted: 1957

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