Atty. J. Michael Weston

Atty. J. Michael Weston

Omicron Delta Kappa. Listed, Iowa Super Lawyer.

Cedar Rapids Cedar Rapids 46 yrs experience 46 year
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Profile Summary

About J. Michael Weston at a glance

J. Michael Weston is a Member based in Cedar Rapids, Iowa, practicing at Lederer Weston Craig PLC. They have 46+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1980. Their practice focuses on personal injury, business, product liability, litigation, and insurance. Admitted to practice in Iowa U.S. District Court, Northern District of Iowa U.S. District Court, Southern District of Iowa, (1980). Educated at University of Iowa (J.D., 1980) and University of Iowa (B.A., 1977). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Linn County. Serands clients in Cedar Rapids, IA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Omicron Delta Kappa
  • Listed, Iowa Super Lawyer
  • Editor, Moot Court Board, 1980
  • Adjunct Professor, Mount Mercy College, 1981-1987
  • Chair, 2004-2005 and Member, Cedar Rapids Area Chamber of Commerce

Practice Areas Explained

J. Michael Weston's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases J. Michael Weston handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

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.

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Business & Corporate Law

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

J. Michael Weston is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Iowa →

Product Liability

J. Michael Weston is one of 66,193 product liability attorneys indexed nationally. Browse product liability attorneys in Iowa →

Civil Litigation

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

J. Michael Weston is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Iowa →

Insurance Law

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J. Michael Weston is one of 121,912 insurance attorneys indexed nationally. Browse insurance 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 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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Frequently Asked

Common questions about J. Michael Weston

Where is J. Michael Weston's law office located?
J. Michael Weston's law practice is located in Cedar Rapids, Iowa. The firm is Lederer Weston Craig PLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does J. Michael Weston handle?
J. Michael Weston focuses on personal injury, business, product liability, litigation, insurance. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Iowa.
How long has J. Michael Weston practiced law?
J. Michael Weston has 46+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1980.
Where did J. Michael Weston go to law school?
J. Michael Weston earned their education at (J.D., 1980); (B.A., 1977).
How can I contact J. Michael Weston for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has J. Michael Weston received?
J. Michael Weston's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Iowa
- 1980
B.A.
University of Iowa
- 1977

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Iowa U.S. District Court, Northern District of Iowa U.S. District Court, Southern District of Iowa,
Admitted: 1980

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