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About Jerry E. Melcher at a glance
Jerry E. Melcher is a business and litigation attorney based in Bellingham, Washington. They have 56+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1970. Admitted to practice in Oregon (1970) and Alaska (1970). Educated at Willamette University (J.D., 1970) and University of South Dakota (B.S., 1967). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serves clients in Bellingham, WA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About
- Mr. Jerry E. Melcher is a lawyer practicing commercial and professional liability litigation
- Jerry received a B.S. degree from University of South Dakota in 1967, and has been licensed for 56 years
- Jerry practices in Bellingham, WA
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Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Jerry E. Melcher handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
Jerry E. Melcher is one of 452,854 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Washington →
Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
Jerry E. Melcher is one of 409,070 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Washington →
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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 Bellingham 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.
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