Atty. Michael Allen Claxton
Michael Allen Claxton is a lawyer practicing contracts, corporate, corporation and 12 other areas of law. Michael received a B.A. degree from Indiana University in 1983, and has been licensed for 31 years.
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Michael Allen Claxton is a Partner based in Longview, Washington, practicing at Walstead Mertsching PS. They have 31+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1995. Their practice focuses on contracts, probate, estate planning, business, and real estate. Admitted to practice in Washington (1995) and Oregon (1996). Educated at Willamette University (J.D., 1995) and Indiana University (B.A. Portland, 1983). Recognitions include CV Notable. Active member of Cowlitz County and Washington State Bar Associations Oregon State Bar. Serands clients in Longview, WA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- Michael Allen Claxton is a lawyer practicing contracts, corporate, corporation and 12 other areas of law
- Michael received a B.A. degree from Indiana University in 1983, and has been licensed for 31 years
- Michael practices at Walstead Mertsching PS in Longview, WA
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Michael Allen Claxton is one of 76,762 contracts attorneys indexed nationally. Browse contracts attorneys in Washington →
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An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.
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Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
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Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.
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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 Longview 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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