Atty. David Laird Charles

Atty. David Laird Charles

David Laird Charles is a lawyer practicing civil litigation, commercial litigation, employment litigation. David Laird received a B.A. degree from University of Denver and Parsons College in 1972, and has been licensed for 51 years.

Des Moines Des Moines 51 yrs experience 51 year
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Profile Summary

About David Laird Charles at a glance

David Laird Charles is a employment, business, and litigation attorney based in Des Moines, Iowa. They have 51+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1975. Admitted to practice in Iowa (1975). Educated at University of Iowa (J.D., 1974) and University of Denver and Parsons College (B.A., 1972). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Des Moines, IA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • David Laird Charles is a lawyer practicing civil litigation, commercial litigation, employment litigation
  • David Laird received a B.A. degree from University of Denver and Parsons College in 1972, and has been licensed for 51 years
  • David Laird practices in Des Moines, IA

Practice Areas Explained

David Laird Charles's Areas of Practice

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

Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

David Laird Charles is one of 169,120 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in Iowa →

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

David Laird Charles is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Iowa →

Civil Litigation

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

David Laird Charles is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation 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 Des Moines 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 David Laird Charles

Where is David Laird Charles's law office located?
David Laird Charles's law practice is located in Des Moines, Iowa. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does David Laird Charles handle?
David Laird Charles focuses on employment, business, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Iowa.
How long has David Laird Charles practiced law?
David Laird Charles has 51+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1975.
Where did David Laird Charles go to law school?
David Laird Charles earned their education at (J.D., 1974); (B.A., 1972).
How can I contact David Laird Charles for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has David Laird Charles received?
David Laird Charles's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Iowa
- 1974
B.A.
University of Denver and Parsons College
- 1972

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Iowa
Admitted: 1975

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