Atty. James A. Clarity

Atty. James A. Clarity

James A. Clarity is a lawyer practicing personal injury, products liability, professional malpractice and 2 other areas of law.

Spirit Lake Spirit Lake 50 yrs experience 50 year
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About James A. Clarity at a glance

James A. Clarity is a personal injury, criminal defense, and product liability attorney based in Spirit Lake, Iowa. They have 50+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1976. Admitted to practice in Iowa (1976), U.S. District Court, Northern and Southern Districts of Iowa (1976), U.S. Court of Appeals, Eighth Circuit (1979), and U.S. Supreme Court (1980). Educated at Creighton University (J.D., 1976) and Iowa State University (B.S., 1972). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Spirit Lake, IA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • James A. Clarity is a lawyer practicing personal injury, products liability, professional malpractice and 2 other areas of law
  • James received a B.S. degree from Iowa State University in 1972, and has been licensed for 50 years
  • James practices in Spirit Lake, IA

Practice Areas Explained

James A. Clarity's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases James A. Clarity 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.

James A. Clarity is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Iowa →

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.

James A. Clarity is one of 214,270 criminal defense attorneys indexed nationally. Browse criminal defense attorneys in Iowa →

Product Liability

James A. Clarity is one of 66,193 product liability attorneys indexed nationally. Browse product liability 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 Spirit Lake 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 James A. Clarity

Where is James A. Clarity's law office located?
James A. Clarity's law practice is located in Spirit Lake, Iowa. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James A. Clarity handle?
James A. Clarity focuses on personal injury, criminal defense, product liability. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Iowa.
How long has James A. Clarity practiced law?
James A. Clarity has 50+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1976.
Where did James A. Clarity go to law school?
James A. Clarity earned their education at (J.D., 1976); (B.S., 1972).
How can I contact James A. Clarity for a consultation?
You can contact James A. Clarity 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 James A. Clarity received?
James A. Clarity's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Creighton University
- 1976
B.S.
Iowa State University
- 1972

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Iowa
Admitted: 1976
U.S. District Court, Northern and Southern Districts of Iowa
Admitted: 1976
U.S. Court of Appeals, Eighth Circuit
Admitted: 1979
U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 1980
U.S. Claims Court
Admitted: 1990

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