Atty. James O. Thompson

Atty. James O. Thompson

James O. Thompson is a lawyer practicing criminal, criminal defense, litigation and 1 other area of law.

Seattle Seattle 13 Years Experience 13 year
Call (253) 361-2059

Profile Summary

About James O. Thompson at a glance

James O. Thompson is a criminal defense, litigation, and government attorney based in Seattle, Washington. They have 13+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2013. Admitted to practice in North Dakota (2013), Montana (2015), and Washington (2015). Educated at University of Iowa College of Law (J.D., 2013) and George Fox College (B.A., 2004). Serves clients in Seattle, WA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • James O. Thompson is a lawyer practicing criminal, criminal defense, litigation and 1 other area of law
  • James received a B.A. degree from George Fox College in 2004, and has been licensed for 13 years
  • James practices in Seattle, WA

Practice Areas Explained

James O. Thompson's Areas of Practice

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

Criminal Defense

A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.

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Civil Litigation

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

James O. Thompson is one of 409,070 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Washington →

Government & Administrative Law

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

James O. Thompson is one of 118,414 government attorneys indexed nationally. Browse government 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 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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Frequently Asked

Common questions about James O. Thompson

Where is James O. Thompson's law office located?
James O. Thompson's law practice is located in Seattle, Washington. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James O. Thompson handle?
James O. Thompson focuses on criminal defense, litigation, government. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Washington.
How long has James O. Thompson practiced law?
James O. Thompson has 13+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2013.
Where did James O. Thompson go to law school?
James O. Thompson earned their education at (J.D., 2013); (B.A., 2004).
How can I contact James O. Thompson for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
University of Iowa College of Law
- 2013
B.A.
George Fox College
- 2004

Bar Admissions

North Dakota
Admitted: 2013
Montana
Admitted: 2015
Washington
Admitted: 2015

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