Atty. John Kent Hoerster

Atty. John Kent Hoerster

Mr. John Kent Hoerster is a lawyer practicing business/commercial, corporate, non-profit/tax exempt and 1 other area of law.

Seattle Seattle 56 yrs experience 56 year
Call (206) 479-0944 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About John Kent Hoerster at a glance

John Kent Hoerster is a Sr. V.P., Gen. Coun. & Chf. Ethics Offr. based in Seattle, Washington. They have 56+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1970. Their practice focuses on business, tax, and m&a. Admitted to practice in Washington (1970) and Oregon (1982). Educated at University of Washington (J.D., 1969) and Princeton University (B.A., 1966). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Seattle, WA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Mr. John Kent Hoerster is a lawyer practicing business/commercial, corporate, non-profit/tax exempt and 1 other area of law
  • John received a B.A. degree from Princeton University in 1966, and has been licensed for 56 years
  • John practices in Seattle, WA

Practice Areas Explained

John Kent Hoerster's Areas of Practice

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

Business & Corporate Law

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

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Tax Law

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

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Mergers & Acquisitions

John Kent Hoerster is one of 49,731 m&a attorneys indexed nationally. Browse m&a attorneys in Washington →

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 Kent Hoerster

Where is John Kent Hoerster's law office located?
John Kent Hoerster's law practice is located in Seattle, Washington. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does John Kent Hoerster handle?
John Kent Hoerster focuses on business, tax, m&a. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Washington.
How long has John Kent Hoerster practiced law?
John Kent Hoerster has 56+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1970.
Where did John Kent Hoerster go to law school?
John Kent Hoerster earned their education at (J.D., 1969); (B.A., 1966).
How can I contact John Kent Hoerster for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has John Kent Hoerster received?
John Kent Hoerster's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Washington
- 1969
B.A.
Princeton University
- 1966

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Washington
Admitted: 1970
Oregon
Admitted: 1982

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