Atty. John Joseph Heffernan

Atty. John Joseph Heffernan

John Joseph Heffernan is a lawyer practicing wills law, trusts law, retirement plans law. John received a B.S. degree from Utah State University, and has been licensed for 42 years.

Seattle Seattle 42 yrs experience 42 year
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Profile Summary

About John Joseph Heffernan at a glance

John Joseph Heffernan is a Tr. Coun. based in Seattle, Washington. They have 42+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1984. Their practice focuses on wills and trusts. Admitted to practice in Iowa (1984) and Utah (1985). Educated at University of Iowa J.D. (—) and Utah State University B.S. (—). Serands clients in Seattle, WA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • John Joseph Heffernan is a lawyer practicing wills law, trusts law, retirement plans law
  • John received a B.S. degree from Utah State University, and has been licensed for 42 years
  • John practices in Seattle, WA

Practice Areas Explained

John Joseph Heffernan's Areas of Practice

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

Wills

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Trusts

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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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Where is John Joseph Heffernan's law office located?
John Joseph Heffernan's law practice is located in Seattle, Washington. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
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John Joseph Heffernan focuses on wills, trusts. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Washington.
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John Joseph Heffernan has 42+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1984.
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Education

University of Iowa J.D.
- In Progress
Utah State University B.S.
- In Progress

Bar Admissions

Iowa
Admitted: 1984
Utah
Admitted: 1985

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