Atty. Jon S. Dawson

Atty. Jon S. Dawson

Mr. Jon S.

Anchorage Anchorage 43 yrs experience 43 year
Call (907) 615-4185 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About Jon S. Dawson at a glance

Jon S. Dawson is a Partner based in Anchorage, Alaska, practicing at Davis Wright Tremaine LLP. They have 43+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1983. Their practice focuses on employment, business, real estate, ip, and bankruptcy. Admitted to practice in Washington (Inactive) (1983) and Alaska (1984). Educated at University of California at Berkeley, Boalt Hall School of Law (J.D., 1983) and University of Kansas (B.A., 1980). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Anchorage, AK and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Mr. Jon S. Dawson is a lawyer practicing admiralty law, bankruptcy, business law and 7 other areas of law
  • Jon received a B.A. degree from University of Kansas in 1980, and has been licensed for 43 years
  • Jon practices at Davis Wright Tremaine LLP in Anchorage, AK

Practice Areas Explained

Jon S. Dawson's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Jon S. Dawson handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Employment Law

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

Jon S. Dawson is one of 169,120 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in Alaska →

Business & Corporate Law

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

Jon S. Dawson is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Alaska →

Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

Jon S. Dawson is one of 316,149 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in Alaska →

Intellectual Property

IP attorneys protect inventions, brands, and creative work through patent prosecution, trademark registration, copyright, and trade-secret enforcement.

Jon S. Dawson is one of 106,079 ip attorneys indexed nationally. Browse ip attorneys in Alaska →

Bankruptcy & Debt

A bankruptcy attorney can help you eliminate debt, stop creditor harassment, and protect your home through Chapter 7 or Chapter 13.

Jon S. Dawson is one of 105,321 bankruptcy attorneys indexed nationally. Browse bankruptcy attorneys in Alaska →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Alaska

Practicing law in Alaska. Legal matters in Alaska are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Anchorage are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Alaska state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Alaska 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 Alaska courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Jon S. Dawson

Where is Jon S. Dawson's law office located?
Jon S. Dawson's law practice is located in Anchorage, Alaska. The firm is Davis Wright Tremaine LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Jon S. Dawson handle?
Jon S. Dawson focuses on employment, business, real estate, ip, bankruptcy. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Alaska.
How long has Jon S. Dawson practiced law?
Jon S. Dawson has 43+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1983.
Where did Jon S. Dawson go to law school?
Jon S. Dawson earned their education at (J.D., 1983); (B.A., 1980).
How can I contact Jon S. Dawson for a consultation?
You can contact Jon S. Dawson 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 Jon S. Dawson received?
Jon S. Dawson's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of California at Berkeley, Boalt Hall School of Law
- 1983
B.A.
University of Kansas
- 1980

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Washington (Inactive)
Admitted: 1983
Alaska
Admitted: 1984

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