Atty. Marion E. James

Atty. Marion E. James

Marion E. James is a lawyer practicing real estate, taxation, estate planning and 3 other areas of law.

Creston Creston 58 yrs experience 58 year
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About Marion E. James at a glance

Marion E. James is a Mag. J. based in Creston, Iowa. They have 58+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1968. Their practice focuses on probate, estate planning, real estate, tax, and poa. Admitted to practice in Iowa (1968), U.S. District Court, Southern District of Iowa (1968), U.S. Supreme Court (1972), and U.S. Court of Military Appeals (1973). Educated at Drake University (J.D. George, 1968) and Simpson College (B.A., 1965). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Serands clients in Creston, IA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Marion E. James is a lawyer practicing real estate, taxation, estate planning and 3 other areas of law
  • Marion received a B.A. degree from Simpson College in 1965, and has been licensed for 58 years
  • Marion practices in Creston, IA

Practice Areas Explained

Marion E. James's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Marion E. James handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Probate

Marion E. James is one of 128,014 probate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse probate attorneys in Iowa →

Estate Planning & Probate

An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.

Marion E. James is one of 226,537 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in Iowa →

Real Estate Law

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

Marion E. James is one of 316,149 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in Iowa →

Tax Law

Tax attorneys handle IRS audits, tax debt, international tax, estate planning, and tax court litigation.

Marion E. James is one of 85,302 tax attorneys indexed nationally. Browse tax attorneys in Iowa →

Power of Attorney

Marion E. James is one of 33,188 poa attorneys indexed nationally. Browse poa attorneys in Iowa →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Iowa

Practicing law in Iowa. Legal matters in Iowa are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Creston are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Iowa state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Iowa 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 Iowa courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Marion E. James

Where is Marion E. James's law office located?
Marion E. James's law practice is located in Creston, Iowa. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Marion E. James handle?
Marion E. James focuses on probate, estate planning, real estate, tax, poa. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Iowa.
How long has Marion E. James practiced law?
Marion E. James has 58+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1968.
Where did Marion E. James go to law school?
Marion E. James earned their education at (J.D. George, 1968); (B.A., 1965).
How can I contact Marion E. James for a consultation?
You can contact Marion E. James 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 Marion E. James received?
Marion E. James's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D. George
Drake University
- 1968
B.A.
Simpson College
- 1965

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Iowa
Admitted: 1968
U.S. District Court, Southern District of Iowa
Admitted: 1968
U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 1972
U.S. Court of Military Appeals
Admitted: 1973

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