Atty. James Lawrence Varnell
James Lawrence Varnell is a lawyer practicing land use, appeals, civil litigation and 9 other areas of law. James received a M.A. degree from University of Kentucky in 1967, and has been licensed for 55 years.
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James Lawrence Varnell is a Member based in Seattle, Washington, practicing at Ziontz, Chestnut, Varnell, Berley & Slonim. They have 55+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1971. Their practice focuses on contracts, probate, personal injury, estate planning, and employment. Admitted to practice in Washington (1971). Educated at University of Washington (J.D., 1971) and University of Kentucky (M.A. University, 1967). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of King County, South King County (President, 1978-1979) and Washington State Bar Associations Washington State Trial Lawyers Association. Serands clients in Seattle, WA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- James Lawrence Varnell is a lawyer practicing land use, appeals, civil litigation and 9 other areas of law
- James received a M.A. degree from University of Kentucky in 1967, and has been licensed for 55 years
- James practices at Ziontz, Chestnut, Varnell, Berley & Slonim in Seattle, WA
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James Lawrence Varnell is one of 76,762 contracts attorneys indexed nationally. Browse contracts attorneys in Washington →
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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.
James Lawrence Varnell is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Washington →
An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.
James Lawrence Varnell is one of 226,536 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in Washington →
Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.
James Lawrence Varnell is one of 169,120 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in Washington →
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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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