Atty. James Robert McCullagh
James Robert McCullagh is a lawyer practicing insurance, intellectual property, litigation and 2 other areas of law. James received a B.A. degree from University of California at Santa Barbara in 1983, and has been licensed for 28 years.
Insurance & More Attorney · Serving Seattle, WA · 28+ Years Experience
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About James Robert McCullagh at a Glance
James Robert McCullagh is a Partner based in Seattle, Washington, practicing at Perkins Coie LLP. They have 28+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1998. Their practice focuses on trademark, copyright, ip, litigation, and insurance. Admitted to practice in Washington (1998). Educated at University of Washington School of Law (J.D., 1997) and University of California at Santa Barbara (B.A. Aquatic, 1983). Serves clients in Seattle, WA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About James Robert McCullagh
- James Robert McCullagh is a lawyer practicing insurance, intellectual property, litigation and 2 other areas of law
- James received a B.A. degree from University of California at Santa Barbara in 1983, and has been licensed for 28 years
- James practices at Perkins Coie LLP in Seattle, WA
Practice Areas Explained
James Robert McCullagh's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases James Robert McCullagh handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Seattle.
Trademark Law in Seattle
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Copyright Law in Seattle
James Robert McCullagh is one of 17,404 copyright attorneys indexed nationally. Browse copyright attorneys in Washington →
Intellectual Property in Seattle
IP attorneys protect inventions, brands, and creative work through patent prosecution, trademark registration, copyright, and trade-secret enforcement.
James Robert McCullagh is one of 105,285 ip attorneys indexed nationally. Browse ip attorneys in Washington →
Civil Litigation in Seattle
Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
James Robert McCullagh is one of 450,750 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Washington →
Insurance Law in Seattle
Insurance attorneys for coverage disputes, bad faith claims, denied claims, and policy disputes.
James Robert McCullagh is one of 120,903 insurance attorneys indexed nationally. Browse insurance attorneys in Washington →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Seattle
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.
Seattle Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Seattle-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Seattle Choose James Robert McCullagh
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish James Robert McCullagh's practice in the field of trademark, copyright, ip, litigation, and insurance.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
James Robert McCullagh brings 28+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering trademark, copyright, and ip, James Robert McCullagh can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Seattle
A Seattle-based practice means James Robert McCullagh attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues James Robert McCullagh Handles in Seattle
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