Atty. Jean A. Cotton

Atty. Jean A. Cotton

Jean A. Cotton is a lawyer practicing elder, estate planning/probate/wills, family and 6 other areas of law.

Elma Elma 32 yrs experience 32 year
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Profile Summary

About Jean A. Cotton at a glance

Jean A. Cotton is a Member based in Elma, Washington, practicing at Cotton Law Offices. They have 32+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1994. Their practice focuses on probate, family law, estate planning, poa, and juvenile. Admitted to practice in Washington (1994). Educated at Seattle University School of Law (J.D., 1994) and St. Martin's College (B.A., 1987). Recognitions include CV Notable. Serands clients in Elma, WA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Jean A. Cotton is a lawyer practicing elder, estate planning/probate/wills, family and 6 other areas of law
  • Jean received a B.A. degree from St. Martin's College in 1987, and has been licensed for 32 years
  • Jean practices at Cotton Law Offices in Elma, WA

Practice Areas Explained

Jean A. Cotton's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Jean A. Cotton handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Probate

Jean A. Cotton is one of 128,014 probate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse probate attorneys in Washington →

Family Law

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

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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.

Jean A. Cotton is one of 226,536 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in Washington →

Power of Attorney

Jean A. Cotton is one of 33,188 poa attorneys indexed nationally. Browse poa attorneys in Washington →

Juvenile Law

Jean A. Cotton is one of 30,631 juvenile attorneys indexed nationally. Browse juvenile 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 Elma 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 Jean A. Cotton

Where is Jean A. Cotton's law office located?
Jean A. Cotton's law practice is located in Elma, Washington. The firm is Cotton Law Offices. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Jean A. Cotton handle?
Jean A. Cotton focuses on probate, family law, estate planning, poa, juvenile. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Washington.
How long has Jean A. Cotton practiced law?
Jean A. Cotton has 32+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1994.
Where did Jean A. Cotton go to law school?
Jean A. Cotton earned their education at (J.D., 1994); (B.A., 1987).
How can I contact Jean A. Cotton for a consultation?
You can contact Jean A. Cotton directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has Jean A. Cotton received?
Jean A. Cotton's notable recognition includes: CV Notable.

Education

J.D.
Seattle University School of Law
- 1994
B.A.
St. Martin's College
- 1987

Awards

CV Notable

Bar Admissions

Washington
Admitted: 1994

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