Atty. John Richard Potter

Atty. John Richard Potter

John Richard Potter is a lawyer practicing business/ commercial, civil litigation, employment and 1 other area of law. John Richard received a B.S. degree from University of Washington in 1973, and has been licensed for 50 years.

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Profile Summary

About John Richard Potter at a glance

John Richard Potter is a Member based in Vancouver, Washington. They have 50+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1976. Their practice focuses on personal injury, employment, business, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Washington (1976) and Oregon (1992). Educated at Lewis and Clark College (J.D., 1976) and University of Washington (B.S., 1973). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Clark County, Washington State and American Bar Associations Oregon State Bar. Serands clients in Vancouver, WA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • John Richard Potter is a lawyer practicing business/ commercial, civil litigation, employment and 1 other area of law
  • John Richard received a B.S. degree from University of Washington in 1973, and has been licensed for 50 years
  • John Richard practices in Vancouver, WA

Practice Areas Explained

John Richard Potter's Areas of Practice

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

Personal Injury

Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.

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Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

John Richard Potter is one of 169,120 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in Washington →

Business & Corporate Law

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

John Richard Potter is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Washington →

Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

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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 Vancouver 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 Richard Potter

Where is John Richard Potter's law office located?
John Richard Potter's law practice is located in Vancouver, Washington. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does John Richard Potter handle?
John Richard Potter focuses on personal injury, employment, business, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Washington.
How long has John Richard Potter practiced law?
John Richard Potter has 50+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1976.
Where did John Richard Potter go to law school?
John Richard Potter earned their education at (J.D., 1976); (B.S., 1973).
How can I contact John Richard Potter for a consultation?
You can contact John Richard Potter directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has John Richard Potter received?
John Richard Potter's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
Lewis and Clark College
- 1976
B.S.
University of Washington
- 1973

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Washington
Admitted: 1976
Oregon
Admitted: 1992

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