Atty. David A. Cmelik

Atty. David A. Cmelik

David A. Cmelik is a lawyer practicing state criminal, federal criminal law in federal district courts for northern and southern districts of iowa, criminal defense.

Cedar Rapids Cedar Rapids 24 yrs experience 24 year
Call (319) 487-0021 Book Appointment

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About David A. Cmelik at a glance

David A. Cmelik is a Member based in Cedar Rapids, Iowa, practicing at David A. Cmelik Law PLC. They have 24+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2002. Their practice focuses on criminal defense and federal crimes. Admitted to practice in Iowa (2002). Educated at University of Iowa (J.D., 2001) and Iowa State University (B.A. English, 1995). Serands clients in Cedar Rapids, IA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • David A. Cmelik is a lawyer practicing state criminal, federal criminal law in federal district courts for northern and southern districts of iowa, criminal defense
  • David received a B.A. degree from Iowa State University in 1995, and has been licensed for 24 years
  • David practices at David A. Cmelik Law PLC in Cedar Rapids, IA

Practice Areas Explained

David A. Cmelik's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases David A. Cmelik handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Criminal Defense

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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Federal Crimes

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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 Cedar Rapids 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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Where is David A. Cmelik's law office located?
David A. Cmelik's law practice is located in Cedar Rapids, Iowa. The firm is David A. Cmelik Law PLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does David A. Cmelik handle?
David A. Cmelik focuses on criminal defense, federal crimes. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Iowa.
How long has David A. Cmelik practiced law?
David A. Cmelik has 24+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2002.
Where did David A. Cmelik go to law school?
David A. Cmelik earned their education at (J.D., 2001); (B.A. English, 1995).
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Education

J.D.
University of Iowa
- 2001
B.A. English
Iowa State University
- 1995

Bar Admissions

Iowa
Admitted: 2002

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