Atty. David P. Oderkirk

Atty. David P. Oderkirk

David P. Oderkirk is a lawyer practicing personal injury, wrongful death, medical malpractice and 2 other areas of law.

Waterloo Waterloo 32 yrs experience 32 year
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Profile Summary

About David P. Oderkirk at a glance

David P. Oderkirk is a Shareholder based in Waterloo, Iowa, practicing at Klatt, Augustine & Rastede, P.C.. They have 32+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1994. Their practice focuses on medical malpractice, wrongful death, personal injury, employment, and workers comp. Admitted to practice in Iowa (1994). Educated at University of Iowa (J.D., 1993) and University of Iowa (B.A., 1989). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Iowa State Bar Association. Serands clients in Waterloo, IA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • David P. Oderkirk is a lawyer practicing personal injury, wrongful death, medical malpractice and 2 other areas of law
  • David P. received a B.A. degree from University of Iowa in 1989, and has been licensed for 32 years
  • David P. practices at Klatt, Augustine & Rastede, P.C. in Waterloo, IA

Practice Areas Explained

David P. Oderkirk's Areas of Practice

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

Medical Malpractice

Medical malpractice lawyers represent patients harmed by negligent doctors, hospitals, and other providers. Free case review, no fee unless you win.

David P. Oderkirk is one of 49,086 medical malpractice attorneys indexed nationally. Browse medical malpractice attorneys in Iowa →

Wrongful Death

David P. Oderkirk is one of 31,253 wrongful death attorneys indexed nationally. Browse wrongful death attorneys in Iowa →

Personal Injury

Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.

David P. Oderkirk is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Iowa →

Employment Law

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

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

Workers Compensation

Workers compensation lawyers help injured workers get medical care, lost wages, and disability benefits. Free consult, no fee unless you win.

David P. Oderkirk is one of 55,389 workers comp attorneys indexed nationally. Browse workers comp 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 Waterloo 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 P. Oderkirk

Where is David P. Oderkirk's law office located?
David P. Oderkirk's law practice is located in Waterloo, Iowa. The firm is Klatt, Augustine & Rastede, P.C.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does David P. Oderkirk handle?
David P. Oderkirk focuses on medical malpractice, wrongful death, personal injury, employment, workers comp. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Iowa.
How long has David P. Oderkirk practiced law?
David P. Oderkirk has 32+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1994.
Where did David P. Oderkirk go to law school?
David P. Oderkirk earned their education at (J.D., 1993); (B.A., 1989).
How can I contact David P. Oderkirk for a consultation?
You can contact David P. Oderkirk 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 David P. Oderkirk received?
David P. Oderkirk's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
University of Iowa
- 1993
B.A.
University of Iowa
- 1989

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Iowa
Admitted: 1994

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