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Atty. James Rittenhouse Bellis

Atty. James Rittenhouse Bellis

James Rittenhouse Bellis is a lawyer practicing appellate, business/ commercial, civil litigation and 12 other areas of law. James received a B.A. degree from University of Montana in 1982, and has been licensed for 37 years.

Poulsbo Poulsbo 37 yrs experience 37 year
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Profile Summary

About James Rittenhouse Bellis at a glance

James Rittenhouse Bellis is a Suquamish Tribe based in Poulsbo, Washington. They have 37+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1989. Their practice focuses on contracts, business, real estate, tax, and zoning. Admitted to practice in Montana (1989), Arizona (1990), and Washington (1999). Educated at University of Montana (J.D., 1989) and University of Montana (B.A., 1982). Serands clients in Poulsbo, WA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • James Rittenhouse Bellis is a lawyer practicing appellate, business/ commercial, civil litigation and 12 other areas of law
  • James received a B.A. degree from University of Montana in 1982, and has been licensed for 37 years
  • James practices in Poulsbo, WA

Practice Areas Explained

James Rittenhouse Bellis's Areas of Practice

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

Contracts

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Business & Corporate Law

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Real Estate Law

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Tax Law

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Land Use & Zoning

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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 Poulsbo 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 Rittenhouse Bellis

Where is James Rittenhouse Bellis's law office located?
James Rittenhouse Bellis's law practice is located in Poulsbo, Washington. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James Rittenhouse Bellis handle?
James Rittenhouse Bellis focuses on contracts, business, real estate, tax, zoning. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Washington.
How long has James Rittenhouse Bellis practiced law?
James Rittenhouse Bellis has 37+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1989.
Where did James Rittenhouse Bellis go to law school?
James Rittenhouse Bellis earned their education at (J.D., 1989); (B.A., 1982).
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Education

J.D.
University of Montana
- 1989
B.A.
University of Montana
- 1982

Bar Admissions

Montana
Admitted: 1989
Arizona
Admitted: 1990
Washington
Admitted: 1999

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