Atty. Richard J. DeGroot

Atty. Richard J. DeGroot

Richard J. DeGroot is a lawyer practicing not actively practicing law, general practice.

Kent Kent 34 yrs experience 34 year
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About Richard J. DeGroot at a glance

Richard J. DeGroot is a Berntson Porter & Co. PLLC based in Kent, Washington. They have 34+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1992. Admitted to practice in Colorado (1992) and Washington (1993). Serands clients in Kent, WA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Richard J. DeGroot is a lawyer practicing not actively practicing law, general practice
  • Richard has been licensed for 34 years
  • Richard practices in Kent, WA

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 Kent 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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Richard J. DeGroot's law practice is located in Kent, Washington. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
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Richard J. DeGroot has 34+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1992.
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Bar Admissions

Colorado
Admitted: 1992
Washington
Admitted: 1993

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