Atty. William Joseph Johnston
William Joseph Johnston is a lawyer practicing appellate, civil litigation, constitutional and 4 other areas of law. William received a A.B. degree from Fairfield University, and has been licensed for 54 years.
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William Joseph Johnston is a Member based in Bellingham, Washington, practicing at William J. Johnston. They have 54+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1972. Their practice focuses on criminal defense, litigation, civil rights, and appellate. Admitted to practice in Connecticut (1972) and Washington (1973). Educated at University of Connecticut J.D. (—) and Fairfield University A.B. (—). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Serands clients in Bellingham, WA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- William Joseph Johnston is a lawyer practicing appellate, civil litigation, constitutional and 4 other areas of law
- William received a A.B. degree from Fairfield University, and has been licensed for 54 years
- William practices at William J. Johnston in Bellingham, WA
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Each practice area below reflects the types of cases William Joseph Johnston handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.
A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.
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Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
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Civil rights attorneys for discrimination, police misconduct, constitutional rights, and civil liberties cases.
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Appellate attorneys for civil and criminal appeals at state and federal court.
William Joseph Johnston is one of 86,319 appellate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse appellate attorneys in Washington →
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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 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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