Atty. Jay Kinney
Jay Kinney is a lawyer practicing workers compensation, personal injury, social security disability and 1 other area of law. Jay received a B.A. degree from University of Texas in 1980, and has been licensed for 42 years.
Personal Injury & More Attorney · Serving Seattle, WA · 42+ Years Experience
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About Jay Kinney at a Glance
Jay Kinney is a Member based in Seattle, Washington, practicing at Law Office of Jay C. Kinney. They have 42+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1984. Their practice focuses on personal injury, employment, workers comp, and ssd. Admitted to practice in Washington (1984), U.S. District Court, Western District of Washington (1984), and U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Washington (1984). Educated at The University of Texas School of Law (J.D., 1983) and University of Texas (B.A., 1980). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serves clients in Seattle, WA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Jay Kinney
- Jay Kinney is a lawyer practicing workers compensation, personal injury, social security disability and 1 other area of law
- Jay received a B.A. degree from University of Texas in 1980, and has been licensed for 42 years
- Jay practices at Law Office of Jay C. Kinney in Seattle, WA
Practice Areas Explained
Jay Kinney's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Jay Kinney handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Seattle.
Personal Injury in Seattle
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.
Jay Kinney is one of 262,557 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Washington →
Employment Law in Seattle
Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.
Jay Kinney is one of 167,770 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in Washington →
Workers Compensation in Seattle
Workers compensation lawyers help injured workers get medical care, lost wages, and disability benefits. Free consult, no fee unless you win.
Jay Kinney is one of 54,932 workers comp attorneys indexed nationally. Browse workers comp attorneys in Washington →
Social Security Disability in Seattle
SSDI and SSI attorneys for disability claims, denied benefits, and Social Security appeals.
Jay Kinney is one of 26,311 ssd attorneys indexed nationally. Browse ssd 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 Jay Kinney
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 Jay Kinney's practice in the field of personal injury, employment, workers comp, and ssd.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Jay Kinney brings 42+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in Washington, U.S. District Court, Western District of Washington, and U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Washington, Jay Kinney can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering personal injury, employment, and workers comp, Jay Kinney 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 Jay Kinney attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
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Common Legal Issues Jay Kinney Handles in Seattle
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Jay Kinney has experience with under Washington law. If your situation involves one of these case categories, this attorney may be well positioned to help you understand your options.
This list is illustrative, not exhaustive. Contact Jay Kinney directly to discuss the specifics of your situation.
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