Atty. Robert Allen Carmichael

Atty. Robert Allen Carmichael

Robert Allen Carmichael is a lawyer practicing zoning, planning and land use, municipal law and 6 other areas of law. Robert received a B.A. degree from University of California at Berkeley in 1980, and has been licensed for 42 years.

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Profile Summary

About Robert Allen Carmichael at a glance

Robert Allen Carmichael is a Member based in Bellingham, Washington, practicing at Zender Thurston, P.S.. They have 42+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1984. Their practice focuses on real estate, zoning, environmental, and government. Admitted to practice in Washington (1984), U.S. District Court, Western District of Washington (1984), U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit (1991), and U.S. Supreme Court (1994). Educated at University of Washington (J.D., 1983) and University of California at Berkeley (B.A., 1980). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Washington State Bar Association. Serands clients in Bellingham, WA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Robert Allen Carmichael is a lawyer practicing zoning, planning and land use, municipal law and 6 other areas of law
  • Robert received a B.A. degree from University of California at Berkeley in 1980, and has been licensed for 42 years
  • Robert practices at Zender Thurston, P.S. in Bellingham, WA

Practice Areas Explained

Robert Allen Carmichael's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Robert Allen Carmichael handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Real Estate Law

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

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Land Use & Zoning

Robert Allen Carmichael is one of 40,226 zoning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse zoning attorneys in Washington →

Environmental Law

Environmental attorneys for regulatory compliance, contamination, land use, and natural resource law.

Robert Allen Carmichael is one of 56,434 environmental attorneys indexed nationally. Browse environmental attorneys in Washington →

Government & Administrative Law

Attorneys for administrative law, agency hearings, government contracts, licensing, and public benefits.

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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 Bellingham 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 Robert Allen Carmichael

Where is Robert Allen Carmichael's law office located?
Robert Allen Carmichael's law practice is located in Bellingham, Washington. The firm is Zender Thurston, P.S.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Robert Allen Carmichael handle?
Robert Allen Carmichael focuses on real estate, zoning, environmental, government. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Washington.
How long has Robert Allen Carmichael practiced law?
Robert Allen Carmichael has 42+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1984.
Where did Robert Allen Carmichael go to law school?
Robert Allen Carmichael earned their education at (J.D., 1983); (B.A., 1980).
How can I contact Robert Allen Carmichael for a consultation?
You can contact Robert Allen Carmichael 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 Robert Allen Carmichael received?
Robert Allen Carmichael's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
University of Washington
- 1983
B.A.
University of California at Berkeley
- 1980

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Washington
Admitted: 1984
U.S. District Court, Western District of Washington
Admitted: 1984
U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit
Admitted: 1991
U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 1994

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