Atty. James K. Hayner

Atty. James K. Hayner

Mr. James K.

Walla Walla Walla Walla 51 yrs experience 51 year
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About James K. Hayner at a glance

James K. Hayner is a Member based in Walla Walla, Washington, practicing at Minnick • Hayner A Professional Service Corporation. They have 51+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1975. Their practice focuses on estate planning, business, real estate, tax, and zoning. Admitted to practice in Washington (1975), Oregon (2002), and Idaho U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit U.S. Court of Claims U.S. Supreme Court U.S. Tax Court U. (2002). Educated at Stanford University (J.D., 1975) and Washington State University (B.A., 1972). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Walla Walla County Bar Association (President, 1988) Washington, Oregon and Idaho State Bar Associations. Serands clients in Walla Walla, WA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Mr. James K. Hayner is a lawyer practicing wind energy, water law, real estate and 9 other areas of law
  • James received a B.A. degree from Washington State University in 1972, and has been licensed for 51 years
  • James practices at Minnick • Hayner A Professional Service Corporation in Walla Walla, WA

Practice Areas Explained

James K. Hayner's Areas of Practice

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

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.

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Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

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Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

James K. Hayner is one of 316,149 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in Washington →

Tax Law

Tax attorneys handle IRS audits, tax debt, international tax, estate planning, and tax court litigation.

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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 Walla Walla 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 James K. Hayner

Where is James K. Hayner's law office located?
James K. Hayner's law practice is located in Walla Walla, Washington. The firm is Minnick • Hayner A Professional Service Corporation. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James K. Hayner handle?
James K. Hayner focuses on estate planning, business, real estate, tax, zoning. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Washington.
How long has James K. Hayner practiced law?
James K. Hayner has 51+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1975.
Where did James K. Hayner go to law school?
James K. Hayner earned their education at (J.D., 1975); (B.A., 1972).
How can I contact James K. Hayner for a consultation?
You can contact James K. Hayner 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 James K. Hayner received?
James K. Hayner's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Stanford University
- 1975
B.A.
Washington State University
- 1972

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Washington
Admitted: 1975
Oregon
Admitted: 2002
Idaho U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit U.S. Court of Claims U.S. Supreme Court U.S. Tax Court U.
Admitted: 2002

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