Atty. James Dinnen Cleary

Atty. James Dinnen Cleary

James Dinnen Cleary is a lawyer practicing public entitlements law, child support enforcement. James received a B.A. degree from University of Idaho in 1964, and has been licensed for 57 years.

Seattle Seattle 57 yrs experience 57 year
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About James Dinnen Cleary at a glance

James Dinnen Cleary is a child support and zoning attorney based in Seattle, Washington. They have 57+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1969. Admitted to practice in Washington (1969). Educated at University of Washington (J.D., 1969) and University of Idaho (B.A., 1964). Serands clients in Seattle, WA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • James Dinnen Cleary is a lawyer practicing public entitlements law, child support enforcement
  • James received a B.A. degree from University of Idaho in 1964, and has been licensed for 57 years
  • James practices in Seattle, WA

Practice Areas Explained

James Dinnen Cleary's Areas of Practice

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

Child Support

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Land Use & Zoning

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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 Dinnen Cleary's law office located?
James Dinnen Cleary's law practice is located in Seattle, Washington. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James Dinnen Cleary handle?
James Dinnen Cleary focuses on child support, zoning. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Washington.
How long has James Dinnen Cleary practiced law?
James Dinnen Cleary has 57+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1969.
Where did James Dinnen Cleary go to law school?
James Dinnen Cleary earned their education at (J.D., 1969); (B.A., 1964).
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Education

J.D.
University of Washington
- 1969
B.A.
University of Idaho
- 1964

Bar Admissions

Washington
Admitted: 1969

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