Atty. Thomas James Collins

Atty. Thomas James Collins

Thomas James Collins is a lawyer practicing professional liability, personal/commercial auto litigation, defense of lawsuits and 9 other areas of law. Thomas received a A.B. degree from University of Notre Dame in 1962, and has been licensed for 60 years.

Seattle Seattle 60 yrs experience 60 year
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Profile Summary

About Thomas James Collins at a glance

Thomas James Collins is a Shareholder based in Seattle, Washington, practicing at Merrick, Hofstedt & Lindsey, P.S.. They have 60+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1966. Their practice focuses on business, construction, slip & fall, product liability, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Washington (1966) and New York (1966). Educated at University of Washington (J.D., 1966) and University of Notre Dame (A.B., 1962). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Seattle, WA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Thomas James Collins is a lawyer practicing professional liability, personal/commercial auto litigation, defense of lawsuits and 9 other areas of law
  • Thomas received a A.B. degree from University of Notre Dame in 1962, and has been licensed for 60 years
  • Thomas practices at Merrick, Hofstedt & Lindsey, P.S. in Seattle, WA

Practice Areas Explained

Thomas James Collins's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Thomas James Collins 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.

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Construction Law

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Slip & Fall / Premises Liability

Thomas James Collins is one of 29,473 slip & fall attorneys indexed nationally. Browse slip & fall attorneys in Washington →

Product Liability

Thomas James Collins is one of 66,193 product liability attorneys indexed nationally. Browse product liability attorneys in Washington →

Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

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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 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 Thomas James Collins

Where is Thomas James Collins's law office located?
Thomas James Collins's law practice is located in Seattle, Washington. The firm is Merrick, Hofstedt & Lindsey, P.S.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Thomas James Collins handle?
Thomas James Collins focuses on business, construction, slip & fall, product liability, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Washington.
How long has Thomas James Collins practiced law?
Thomas James Collins has 60+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1966.
Where did Thomas James Collins go to law school?
Thomas James Collins earned their education at (J.D., 1966); (A.B., 1962).
How can I contact Thomas James Collins for a consultation?
You can contact Thomas James Collins 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 Thomas James Collins received?
Thomas James Collins's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Washington
- 1966
A.B.
University of Notre Dame
- 1962

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Washington
Admitted: 1966
New York
Admitted: 1966

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