Atty. Joseph Peter Whitford

Atty. Joseph Peter Whitford

Joseph Peter Whitford is a lawyer practicing corporate finance, technology, international law and 9 other areas of law. Joseph received a B.A. degree from Union College in 1972, and has been licensed for 50 years.

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Profile Summary

About Joseph Peter Whitford at a glance

Joseph Peter Whitford is a Co-chair, Life Sciences Practice based in Seattle, Washington, practicing at Davis Wright Tremaine LLP. They have 50+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1976. Their practice focuses on business, m&a, ip licensing, entertainment, and international. Admitted to practice in New York (1976) and Washington (1979). Educated at Syracuse University College of Law (J.D., 1975) and Union College (B.A. Economics, 1972). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Seattle, WA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Joseph Peter Whitford is a lawyer practicing corporate finance, technology, international law and 9 other areas of law
  • Joseph received a B.A. degree from Union College in 1972, and has been licensed for 50 years
  • Joseph practices at Davis Wright Tremaine LLP in Seattle, WA

Practice Areas Explained

Joseph Peter Whitford's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Joseph Peter Whitford handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Business & Corporate Law

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

Joseph Peter Whitford is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Washington →

Mergers & Acquisitions

Joseph Peter Whitford is one of 49,731 m&a attorneys indexed nationally. Browse m&a attorneys in Washington →

IP Licensing

Joseph Peter Whitford is one of 2,744 ip licensing attorneys indexed nationally. Browse ip licensing attorneys in Washington →

Entertainment & Sports Law

Entertainment lawyers for music, film, sports contracts, talent representation, and IP licensing.

Joseph Peter Whitford is one of 45,946 entertainment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse entertainment attorneys in Washington →

International Law

International law attorneys for cross-border transactions, trade, foreign investment, and treaties.

Joseph Peter Whitford is one of 40,133 international attorneys indexed nationally. Browse international attorneys in Washington →

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 Joseph Peter Whitford

Where is Joseph Peter Whitford's law office located?
Joseph Peter Whitford's law practice is located in Seattle, Washington. The firm is Davis Wright Tremaine LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Joseph Peter Whitford handle?
Joseph Peter Whitford focuses on business, m&a, ip licensing, entertainment, international. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Washington.
How long has Joseph Peter Whitford practiced law?
Joseph Peter Whitford has 50+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1976.
Where did Joseph Peter Whitford go to law school?
Joseph Peter Whitford earned their education at (J.D., 1975); (B.A. Economics, 1972).
How can I contact Joseph Peter Whitford for a consultation?
You can contact Joseph Peter Whitford 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 Joseph Peter Whitford received?
Joseph Peter Whitford's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Syracuse University College of Law
- 1975
B.A. Economics
Union College
- 1972

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

New York
Admitted: 1976
Washington
Admitted: 1979

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