Atty. Joel Bennett Espelien

Atty. Joel Bennett Espelien

Joel Bennett Espelien is a lawyer practicing corporate formation, business/commercial, venture capital financing and 13 other areas of law. Joel received a degree from Duke University School of Law in 1996, and has been licensed for 30 years.

Mercer Island Mercer Island 30 yrs experience 30 year
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Profile Summary

About Joel Bennett Espelien at a glance

Joel Bennett Espelien is a PacketVideo Corp. based in Mercer Island, Washington. They have 30+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1996. Their practice focuses on formation, contracts, trademark, copyright, and business. Admitted to practice in California (1996) and Washington (2011). Educated at Duke University School of Law (J.D., 1996). Serands clients in Mercer Island, WA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Joel Bennett Espelien is a lawyer practicing corporate formation, business/commercial, venture capital financing and 13 other areas of law
  • Joel received a degree from Duke University School of Law in 1996, and has been licensed for 30 years
  • Joel practices in Mercer Island, WA

Practice Areas Explained

Joel Bennett Espelien's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Joel Bennett Espelien handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Business Formation

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Contracts

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Trademark Law

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Copyright Law

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Business & Corporate Law

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

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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 Mercer Island 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 Joel Bennett Espelien

Where is Joel Bennett Espelien's law office located?
Joel Bennett Espelien's law practice is located in Mercer Island, Washington. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Joel Bennett Espelien handle?
Joel Bennett Espelien focuses on formation, contracts, trademark, copyright, business. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Washington.
How long has Joel Bennett Espelien practiced law?
Joel Bennett Espelien has 30+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1996.
Where did Joel Bennett Espelien go to law school?
Joel Bennett Espelien earned their education at (J.D., 1996).
How can I contact Joel Bennett Espelien for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Duke University School of Law
- 1996

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1996
Washington
Admitted: 2011

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