Atty. James P Kerney

Atty. James P Kerney

Atty. James P Kerney is a lawyer practicing criminal, disability, elder and 6 other areas of law.

Edmonds Edmonds 22 yrs experience 22 year
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Profile Summary

About James P Kerney at a glance

James P Kerney is a probate, criminal defense, family law, estate planning, and ssd attorney based in Edmonds, Washington. They have 22+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2004. Admitted to practice in Wisconsin (2004) and Washington (Inactive) (2016). Educated at John Marshall Law School (J.D., 1997) and Eastern Washington University (B.A. Spokane, 1987). Serands clients in Edmonds, WA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Atty. James P Kerney is a lawyer practicing criminal, disability, elder and 6 other areas of law
  • James received a B.A. degree from Eastern Washington University in 1987, and has been licensed for 22 years
  • James practices in Edmonds, WA

Practice Areas Explained

James P Kerney's Areas of Practice

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

Probate

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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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Family Law

Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.

James P Kerney is one of 187,066 family law attorneys indexed nationally. Browse family law attorneys in Washington →

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 P Kerney is one of 226,536 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in Washington →

Social Security Disability

SSDI and SSI attorneys for disability claims, denied benefits, and Social Security appeals.

James P Kerney is one of 26,532 ssd attorneys indexed nationally. Browse ssd 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 Edmonds 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 P Kerney

Where is James P Kerney's law office located?
James P Kerney's law practice is located in Edmonds, Washington. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James P Kerney handle?
James P Kerney focuses on probate, criminal defense, family law, estate planning, ssd. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Washington.
How long has James P Kerney practiced law?
James P Kerney has 22+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2004.
Where did James P Kerney go to law school?
James P Kerney earned their education at (J.D., 1997); (B.A. Spokane, 1987).
How can I contact James P Kerney for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
John Marshall Law School
- 1997
B.A. Spokane
Eastern Washington University
- 1987

Bar Admissions

Wisconsin
Admitted: 2004
Washington (Inactive)
Admitted: 2016

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