Atty. James M. Neff

Atty. James M. Neff

James M. Neff is a lawyer practicing elder, estate planning/ probate/ wills, elder law.

Seattle Seattle 53 yrs experience 53 year
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Profile Summary

About James M. Neff at a glance

James M. Neff is a probate, estate planning, and elder law attorney based in Seattle, Washington. They have 53+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1973. Admitted to practice in Washington (1973). Educated at University of Washington (J.D., 1973) and Stanford University (A.B., 1970). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Serands clients in Seattle, WA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • James M. Neff is a lawyer practicing elder, estate planning/ probate/ wills, elder law
  • James received a A.B. degree from Stanford University in 1970, and has been licensed for 53 years
  • James practices in Seattle, WA

Practice Areas Explained

James M. Neff's Areas of Practice

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

Probate

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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.

James M. Neff is one of 226,537 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in Washington →

Elder Law

Elder law attorneys for Medicaid planning, long-term care, guardianship, conservatorship, and elder abuse.

James M. Neff is one of 53,430 elder law attorneys indexed nationally. Browse elder law 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. Neff

Where is James M. Neff's law office located?
James M. Neff's law practice is located in Seattle, Washington. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James M. Neff handle?
James M. Neff focuses on probate, estate planning, elder law. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Washington.
How long has James M. Neff practiced law?
James M. Neff has 53+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1973.
Where did James M. Neff go to law school?
James M. Neff earned their education at (J.D., 1973); (A.B., 1970).
How can I contact James M. Neff for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has James M. Neff received?
James M. Neff's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
University of Washington
- 1973
A.B.
Stanford University
- 1970

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Washington
Admitted: 1973

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