Atty. James Merle Thomas
James Merle Thomas is a lawyer practicing business/ commercial, civil litigation, construction and 8 other areas of law. James received a B.A. degree from Washington University, and has been licensed for 49 years.
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James Merle Thomas is a Member based in Seattle, Washington, practicing at Law Office of James M. Thomas PLLC. They have 49+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1977. Their practice focuses on contracts, personal injury, employment, business, and real estate. Admitted to practice in Washington (1977). Educated at Washington University (J.D., 1976) and Washington University B.A. (—). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serves clients in Seattle, WA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- James Merle Thomas is a lawyer practicing business/ commercial, civil litigation, construction and 8 other areas of law
- James received a B.A. degree from Washington University, and has been licensed for 49 years
- James practices at Law Office of James M. Thomas PLLC in Seattle, WA
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James Merle Thomas is one of 67,443 contracts attorneys indexed nationally. Browse contracts attorneys in Washington →
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 Merle Thomas is one of 238,048 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Washington →
Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.
James Merle Thomas is one of 151,622 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in Washington →
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
James Merle Thomas is one of 452,854 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Washington →
Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.
James Merle Thomas is one of 286,061 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in Washington →
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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 venue, 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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