Atty. James Kendrick Pharris

Atty. James Kendrick Pharris

James Kendrick Pharris is a lawyer practicing appellate, general, government and 3 other areas of law. James received a B.A. degree from Columbia University, and has been licensed for 53 years.

Olympia Olympia 53 yrs experience 53 year
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Profile Summary

About James Kendrick Pharris at a glance

James Kendrick Pharris is a government and appellate attorney based in Olympia, Washington. They have 53+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1973. Admitted to practice in Washington (1973). Educated at Harvard University J.D. (—) and Columbia University B.A. (—). Serands clients in Olympia, WA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • James Kendrick Pharris is a lawyer practicing appellate, general, government and 3 other areas of law
  • James received a B.A. degree from Columbia University, and has been licensed for 53 years
  • James practices in Olympia, WA

Practice Areas Explained

James Kendrick Pharris's Areas of Practice

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

Government & Administrative Law

Attorneys for administrative law, agency hearings, government contracts, licensing, and public benefits.

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Appellate Practice

Appellate attorneys for civil and criminal appeals at state and federal court.

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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 Olympia 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 Kendrick Pharris's law office located?
James Kendrick Pharris's law practice is located in Olympia, Washington. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James Kendrick Pharris handle?
James Kendrick Pharris focuses on government, appellate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Washington.
How long has James Kendrick Pharris practiced law?
James Kendrick Pharris has 53+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1973.
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Education

Harvard University J.D.
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Columbia University B.A.
- In Progress

Bar Admissions

Washington
Admitted: 1973

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