Atty. John Stephen Riper

Atty. John Stephen Riper

Mr. John Stephen Riper is a lawyer practicing construction defect litigation, appellate work, civil litigator emphasizing construction law and 2 other areas of law.

Seattle Seattle 46 yrs experience 46 year
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About John Stephen Riper at a glance

John Stephen Riper is a Managing Partner based in Seattle, Washington, practicing at Ashbaugh Beal. They have 46+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1980. Their practice focuses on business, construction, litigation, insurance, and appellate. Admitted to practice in Washington (1980). Educated at Stanford University (J.D., 1980) and University of Washington (B.A., 1977). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Seattle, WA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Mr. John Stephen Riper is a lawyer practicing construction defect litigation, appellate work, civil litigator emphasizing construction law and 2 other areas of law
  • John received a B.A. degree from University of Washington in 1977, and has been licensed for 46 years
  • John practices at Ashbaugh Beal in Seattle, WA

Practice Areas Explained

John Stephen Riper's Areas of Practice

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

Business & Corporate Law

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Construction Law

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Civil Litigation

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Insurance Law

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Appellate Practice

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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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Frequently Asked

Common questions about John Stephen Riper

Where is John Stephen Riper's law office located?
John Stephen Riper's law practice is located in Seattle, Washington. The firm is Ashbaugh Beal. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does John Stephen Riper handle?
John Stephen Riper focuses on business, construction, litigation, insurance, appellate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Washington.
How long has John Stephen Riper practiced law?
John Stephen Riper has 46+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1980.
Where did John Stephen Riper go to law school?
John Stephen Riper earned their education at (J.D., 1980); (B.A., 1977).
How can I contact John Stephen Riper for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has John Stephen Riper received?
John Stephen Riper's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Stanford University
- 1980
B.A.
University of Washington
- 1977

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Washington
Admitted: 1980

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