Atty. Joel William Backus
Joel William Backus is a lawyer practicing bankruptcy & debt. Joel has been licensed for 44 years.
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Joel William Backus is a bankruptcy attorney based in Seattle, Washington. They have 44+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1982. Admitted to practice in Washington (1982). Serands clients in Seattle, WA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- Joel William Backus is a lawyer practicing bankruptcy & debt
- Joel has been licensed for 44 years
- Joel practices in Seattle, WA
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A bankruptcy attorney can help you eliminate debt, stop creditor harassment, and protect your home through Chapter 7 or Chapter 13.
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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 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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