Atty. James Carl Ellefson

Atty. James Carl Ellefson

James Carl Ellefson is a lawyer practicing personal injury, medical malpractice, mediation and 10 other areas of law. James received a B.A. degree from Wartburg College in 1974, and has been licensed for 49 years.

Marshalltown Marshalltown 49 yrs experience 49 year
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About James Carl Ellefson at a glance

James Carl Ellefson is a Member based in Marshalltown, Iowa, practicing at Moore, McKibben, Goodman, Lorenz & Ellefson, LLP. They have 49+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1977. Their practice focuses on car accidents, medical malpractice, personal injury, criminal defense, and family law. Admitted to practice in Iowa (1977), U.S. District Court, Southern and Northern Districts of Iowa and U.S. Court of Appeals, D.C. and Eig (1977), and U.S. Supreme Court (1983). Educated at Drake University (J.D., 1977) and Wartburg College (B.A., 1974). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Marshall County, Iowa State and American Bar Associations The Association of Trial Lawyers of America Iowa Academy of Trial Lawyers Blackstone Inn of Court. Serands clients in Marshalltown, IA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • James Carl Ellefson is a lawyer practicing personal injury, medical malpractice, mediation and 10 other areas of law
  • James received a B.A. degree from Wartburg College in 1974, and has been licensed for 49 years
  • James practices at Moore, McKibben, Goodman, Lorenz & Ellefson, LLP in Marshalltown, IA

Practice Areas Explained

James Carl Ellefson's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases James Carl Ellefson handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Car Accidents

Hurt in a car crash? Car accident lawyers fight insurance companies for fair compensation — free consult, no fee unless you win.

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Medical Malpractice

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

James Carl Ellefson 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.

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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.

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Family Law

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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 Marshalltown 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 Carl Ellefson

Where is James Carl Ellefson's law office located?
James Carl Ellefson's law practice is located in Marshalltown, Iowa. The firm is Moore, McKibben, Goodman, Lorenz & Ellefson, LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James Carl Ellefson handle?
James Carl Ellefson focuses on car accidents, medical malpractice, personal injury, criminal defense, family law. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Iowa.
How long has James Carl Ellefson practiced law?
James Carl Ellefson has 49+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1977.
Where did James Carl Ellefson go to law school?
James Carl Ellefson earned their education at (J.D., 1977); (B.A., 1974).
How can I contact James Carl Ellefson for a consultation?
You can contact James Carl Ellefson 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 Carl Ellefson received?
James Carl Ellefson's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Drake University
- 1977
B.A.
Wartburg College
- 1974

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Iowa
Admitted: 1977
U.S. District Court, Southern and Northern Districts of Iowa and U.S. Court of Appeals, D.C. and Eig
Admitted: 1977
U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 1983

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