Atty. John Robert Carpenter

Atty. John Robert Carpenter

John Robert Carpenter is a lawyer practicing criminal, criminal defense. John received a B.S.E.E. degree from University of Buffalo in 1987, and has been licensed for 33 years.

Tacoma Tacoma 33 Years Experience 33 year
Call (253) 257-1657

Profile Summary

About John Robert Carpenter at a glance

John Robert Carpenter is a Fed. Pub. Def. based in Tacoma, Washington. They have 33+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1993. Their practice focuses on criminal defense. Admitted to practice in Washington (1993). Educated at University of Washington (J.D., 1993) and University of Buffalo (B.S.E.E., 1987). Serves clients in Tacoma, WA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • John Robert Carpenter is a lawyer practicing criminal, criminal defense
  • John received a B.S.E.E. degree from University of Buffalo in 1987, and has been licensed for 33 years
  • John practices in Tacoma, WA

Practice Areas Explained

John Robert Carpenter's Areas of Practice

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

Criminal Defense

A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.

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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 Tacoma 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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Where is John Robert Carpenter's law office located?
John Robert Carpenter's law practice is located in Tacoma, Washington. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does John Robert Carpenter handle?
John Robert Carpenter focuses on criminal defense. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Washington.
How long has John Robert Carpenter practiced law?
John Robert Carpenter has 33+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1993.
Where did John Robert Carpenter go to law school?
John Robert Carpenter earned their education at (J.D., 1993); (B.S.E.E., 1987).
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Practice Areas

Education

J.D.
University of Washington
- 1993
B.S.E.E.
University of Buffalo
- 1987

Bar Admissions

Washington
Admitted: 1993

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