Atty. James Charles Hanks
James Charles Hanks is a lawyer practicing education law, employment law, employee benefits and 1 other area of law. James received a B.A. degree from University of Iowa in 1972, and has been licensed for 51 years.
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James Charles Hanks is a Member based in Des Moines, Iowa, practicing at Ahlers & Cooney, P.C.. They have 51+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1975. Their practice focuses on employment, education, and government. Admitted to practice in Iowa (1975) and Nebraska (1976). Educated at University of Iowa (J.D., 1975) and University of Iowa (B.A., 1972). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serves clients in Des Moines, IA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- James Charles Hanks is a lawyer practicing education law, employment law, employee benefits and 1 other area of law
- James received a B.A. degree from University of Iowa in 1972, and has been licensed for 51 years
- James practices at Ahlers & Cooney, P.C. in Des Moines, IA
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Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.
James Charles Hanks is one of 151,622 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in Iowa →
Education attorneys for special education (IEP), school discipline, Title IX, and student rights.
James Charles Hanks is one of 21,546 education attorneys indexed nationally. Browse education attorneys in Iowa →
Attorneys for administrative law, agency hearings, government contracts, licensing, and public benefits.
James Charles Hanks is one of 118,414 government attorneys indexed nationally. Browse government attorneys in Iowa →
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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 venue, 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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