Atty. Edward M. Spellman

Atty. Edward M. Spellman

Edward M. Spellman is a lawyer practicing personal injury, professional liability, litigation and 6 other areas of law.

Des Moines Des Moines 27 yrs experience 27 year
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Profile Summary

About Edward M. Spellman at a glance

Edward M. Spellman is an Attorney based in Des Moines, Iowa, practicing at Spellman, Spellman, Spellman, Spellman, Kealhofer & Spellman. They have 27+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1999. Their practice focuses on medical malpractice, personal injury, workers comp, tbi/sci, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Iowa (1999) and Nebraska (2006). Educated at Drake University (J.D., 1998) and Creighton University (B.A., 1996). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of American Bar Association. Serands clients in Des Moines, IA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Edward M. Spellman is a lawyer practicing personal injury, professional liability, litigation and 6 other areas of law
  • Edward received a B.A. degree from Creighton University in 1996, and has been licensed for 27 years
  • Edward practices at Spellman, Spellman, Spellman, Spellman, Kealhofer & Spellman in Des Moines, IA and 1 other location

Practice Areas Explained

Edward M. Spellman's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Edward M. Spellman 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.

Edward M. Spellman is one of 49,086 medical malpractice attorneys indexed nationally. Browse medical malpractice 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.

Edward M. Spellman is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury 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.

Edward M. Spellman is one of 55,389 workers comp attorneys indexed nationally. Browse workers comp attorneys in Iowa →

Brain & Spinal Cord Injury

Edward M. Spellman is one of 10,267 tbi/sci attorneys indexed nationally. Browse tbi/sci attorneys in Iowa →

Civil Litigation

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

Edward M. Spellman 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 Edward M. Spellman

Where is Edward M. Spellman's law office located?
Edward M. Spellman's law practice is located in Des Moines, Iowa. The firm is Spellman, Spellman, Spellman, Spellman, Kealhofer & Spellman. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Edward M. Spellman handle?
Edward M. Spellman focuses on medical malpractice, personal injury, workers comp, tbi/sci, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Iowa.
How long has Edward M. Spellman practiced law?
Edward M. Spellman has 27+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1999.
Where did Edward M. Spellman go to law school?
Edward M. Spellman earned their education at (J.D., 1998); (B.A., 1996).
How can I contact Edward M. Spellman for a consultation?
You can contact Edward M. Spellman 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 Edward M. Spellman received?
Edward M. Spellman's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
Drake University
- 1998
B.A.
Creighton University
- 1996

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Iowa
Admitted: 1999
Nebraska
Admitted: 2006

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