Atty. John L Wheaton

Atty. John L Wheaton

John L Wheaton is a lawyer practicing immigration and naturalization, criminal, immigration & naturalization and 1 other area of law. John received a B.A. degree from Stanford University in 2005, and has been licensed for 15 years.

Seattle Seattle 15 Years Experience 15 year
Call (425) 669-5422

Profile Summary

About John L Wheaton at a glance

John L Wheaton is a Member based in Seattle, Washington, practicing at John L. Wheaton, Attorney at Law. They have 15+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2011. Their practice focuses on citizenship, criminal defense, and immigration. Admitted to practice in Washington (2011). Educated at University of Washington (J.D., 2010) and Stanford University (B.A., 2005). Active member of Washington State Bar Association. Serves clients in Seattle, WA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • John L Wheaton is a lawyer practicing immigration and naturalization, criminal, immigration & naturalization and 1 other area of law
  • John received a B.A. degree from Stanford University in 2005, and has been licensed for 15 years
  • John practices at John L. Wheaton, Attorney at Law in Seattle, WA

Practice Areas Explained

John L Wheaton's Areas of Practice

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

Citizenship & Naturalization

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Criminal Defense

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Immigration Law

Immigration attorneys help with green cards, visas, citizenship, asylum, and deportation defense. Find a verified immigration lawyer for your case.

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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 venue, 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 L Wheaton

Where is John L Wheaton's law office located?
John L Wheaton's law practice is located in Seattle, Washington. The firm is John L. Wheaton, Attorney at Law. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does John L Wheaton handle?
John L Wheaton focuses on citizenship, criminal defense, immigration. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Washington.
How long has John L Wheaton practiced law?
John L Wheaton has 15+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2011.
Where did John L Wheaton go to law school?
John L Wheaton earned their education at (J.D., 2010); (B.A., 2005).
How can I contact John L Wheaton for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
University of Washington
- 2010
B.A.
Stanford University
- 2005

Bar Admissions

Washington
Admitted: 2011

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