Atty. James M Lynch

Atty. James M Lynch

James M Lynch is a lawyer practicing environmental, lawsuits & disputes, energy & utilities. James received a B.S. degree from Aquinas College in 1991, and has been licensed for 27 years.

Seattle Seattle 27 yrs experience 27 year
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Profile Summary

About James M Lynch at a glance

James M Lynch is a Partner based in Seattle, Washington, practicing at Kandl Gates Llp. They have 27+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1999. Their practice focuses on litigation, environmental, and energy. Admitted to practice in Washington (1999), Alaska (2009), and Hawaii (2014). Educated at Lewis & Clark College Northwestern School of Law (J.D., 1999) and Aquinas College (B.S. Biology, 1991). Recognitions include Peer Reviewed. Serands clients in Seattle, WA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • James M Lynch is a lawyer practicing environmental, lawsuits & disputes, energy & utilities
  • James received a B.S. degree from Aquinas College in 1991, and has been licensed for 27 years
  • James practices at K&L Gates LLP in Seattle, WA

Practice Areas Explained

James M Lynch's Areas of Practice

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

Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

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Environmental Law

Environmental attorneys for regulatory compliance, contamination, land use, and natural resource law.

James M Lynch is one of 56,434 environmental attorneys indexed nationally. Browse environmental attorneys in Washington →

Energy & Utilities Law

Energy attorneys for oil & gas, renewables, utility regulation, and energy sector transactions.

James M Lynch is one of 36,230 energy attorneys indexed nationally. Browse energy attorneys in Washington →

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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Frequently Asked

Common questions about James M Lynch

Where is James M Lynch's law office located?
James M Lynch's law practice is located in Seattle, Washington. The firm is Kandl Gates Llp. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James M Lynch handle?
James M Lynch focuses on litigation, environmental, energy. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Washington.
How long has James M Lynch practiced law?
James M Lynch has 27+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1999.
Where did James M Lynch go to law school?
James M Lynch earned their education at (J.D., 1999); (B.S. Biology, 1991).
How can I contact James M Lynch for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has James M Lynch received?
James M Lynch's notable recognition includes: Peer Reviewed.

Education

J.D.
Lewis & Clark College Northwestern School of Law
- 1999
B.S. Biology
Aquinas College
- 1991

Awards

Peer Reviewed

Bar Admissions

Washington
Admitted: 1999
Alaska
Admitted: 2009
Hawaii
Admitted: 2014

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