Atty. John Jacob Tollefsen

Atty. John Jacob Tollefsen

John Jacob Tollefsen is a lawyer practicing financial fraud victims, business law, securities law and 14 other areas of law. John received a degree from International Academy of Apologetics, Evangelism & Human Rights, Strasbourg, France in 2007, and has been licensed for 52 years.

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About John Jacob Tollefsen at a glance

John Jacob Tollefsen is a Member based in Seattle, Washington, practicing at Tollefsen Law PLLC. They have 52+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1974. Their practice focuses on contracts, business, real estate, bankruptcy, and securities. Admitted to practice in Oregon (1974), U.S. District Court, District of Oregon (1974), U.S. District Court, Western District of Washington (1983), and Washington (1983). Educated at International Academy of Apologetics, Evangelism & Human Rights, Strasbourg, France (Dip. Chr., 2007) and U.S. and Global Business, Suffolk University School of Law LL.M. Western Seminary (M.C.L. Willamette, 2000). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Washington State. Serands clients in Seattle, WA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • John Jacob Tollefsen is a lawyer practicing financial fraud victims, business law, securities law and 14 other areas of law
  • John received a degree from International Academy of Apologetics, Evangelism & Human Rights, Strasbourg, France in 2007, and has been licensed for 52 years
  • John practices at Tollefsen Law PLLC in Seattle, WA and 2 others locations

Practice Areas Explained

John Jacob Tollefsen's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases John Jacob Tollefsen handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Contracts

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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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Real Estate Law

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

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Bankruptcy & Debt

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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Securities Law

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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 John Jacob Tollefsen

Where is John Jacob Tollefsen's law office located?
John Jacob Tollefsen's law practice is located in Seattle, Washington. The firm is Tollefsen Law PLLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does John Jacob Tollefsen handle?
John Jacob Tollefsen focuses on contracts, business, real estate, bankruptcy, securities. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Washington.
How long has John Jacob Tollefsen practiced law?
John Jacob Tollefsen has 52+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1974.
Where did John Jacob Tollefsen go to law school?
John Jacob Tollefsen earned their education at (Dip. Chr., 2007); (M.C.L. Willamette, 2000).
How can I contact John Jacob Tollefsen for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has John Jacob Tollefsen received?
John Jacob Tollefsen's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

Dip. Chr.
International Academy of Apologetics, Evangelism & Human Rights, Strasbourg, France
- 2007
M.C.L. Willamette
U.S. and Global Business, Suffolk University School of Law LL.M. Western Seminary
- 2000

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Oregon
Admitted: 1974
U.S. District Court, District of Oregon
Admitted: 1974
U.S. District Court, Western District of Washington
Admitted: 1983
Washington
Admitted: 1983
U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit
Admitted: 2005
New York
Admitted: 2010
U.S. District Court, District of Colorado and U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 2010
U.S. District Court, Southern District of New York
Admitted: 2012
U.S. District Court, Eastern District of New York
Admitted: 2012
California
Admitted: 2014
District of Columbia
Admitted: 2015
Texas
Admitted: 2015

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