Atty. Jim D. Johnston

Atty. Jim D. Johnston

Jim D. Johnston is a lawyer practicing business, corporate finance, securities and 9 other areas of law.

Seattle Seattle 35 yrs experience 35 year
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Profile Summary

About Jim D. Johnston at a glance

Jim D. Johnston is a Member based in Seattle, Washington, practicing at Han Santos Pllc. They have 35+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1991. Their practice focuses on contracts, business, real estate, tax, and m&a. Admitted to practice in Washington (1991). Educated at University of Puget Sound (J.D., 1990) and Golden Gate University (M.S.T. Gonzaga, 1987). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Seattle, WA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Jim D. Johnston is a lawyer practicing business, corporate finance, securities and 9 other areas of law
  • Jim received a M.S.T. degree from Golden Gate University in 1987, and has been licensed for 35 years
  • Jim practices at Han Santos PLLC in Seattle, WA and 1 other location

Practice Areas Explained

Jim D. Johnston's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Jim D. Johnston handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Contracts

Jim D. Johnston is one of 76,762 contracts attorneys indexed nationally. Browse contracts attorneys in Washington →

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

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Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

Jim D. Johnston is one of 316,149 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in Washington →

Tax Law

Tax attorneys handle IRS audits, tax debt, international tax, estate planning, and tax court litigation.

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Mergers & Acquisitions

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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 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 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 Jim D. Johnston

Where is Jim D. Johnston's law office located?
Jim D. Johnston's law practice is located in Seattle, Washington. The firm is Han Santos Pllc. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Jim D. Johnston handle?
Jim D. Johnston focuses on contracts, business, real estate, tax, m&a. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Washington.
How long has Jim D. Johnston practiced law?
Jim D. Johnston has 35+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1991.
Where did Jim D. Johnston go to law school?
Jim D. Johnston earned their education at (J.D., 1990); (M.S.T. Gonzaga, 1987).
How can I contact Jim D. Johnston for a consultation?
You can contact Jim D. Johnston 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 Jim D. Johnston received?
Jim D. Johnston's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Puget Sound
- 1990
M.S.T. Gonzaga
Golden Gate University
- 1987

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Washington
Admitted: 1991

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