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Atty. James Douglas Beatty

Atty. James Douglas Beatty

James Douglas Beatty is a lawyer practicing probate, wills, trusts and 11 other areas of law. James received a B.S. degree from Iowa State University in 1981, and has been licensed for 42 years.

West Des Moines West Des Moines 42 yrs experience 42 year
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Profile Summary

About James Douglas Beatty at a glance

James Douglas Beatty is an Attorney based in West Des Moines, Iowa, practicing at Beatty & Miller, P.C.. They have 42+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1984. Their practice focuses on wills, contracts, trusts, probate, and estate planning. Admitted to practice in Iowa (1984), U.S. District Court, Northern District of Iowa (1985), and U.S. District Court, Southern District of Iowa and U.S. Court of Appeals, Eighth Circuit (1985). Educated at Drake University (J.D., 1984) and Iowa State University (B.S., 1981). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Polk County, Iowa State and American Bar Associations American Agricultural Law Association. Serands clients in West Des Moines, IA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • James Douglas Beatty is a lawyer practicing probate, wills, trusts and 11 other areas of law
  • James received a B.S. degree from Iowa State University in 1981, and has been licensed for 42 years
  • James practices at Beatty & Miller, P.C. in West Des Moines, IA

Practice Areas Explained

James Douglas Beatty's Areas of Practice

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

Wills

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Contracts

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Trusts

James Douglas Beatty is one of 104,171 trusts attorneys indexed nationally. Browse trusts attorneys in Iowa →

Probate

James Douglas Beatty is one of 128,014 probate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse probate attorneys in Iowa →

Estate Planning & Probate

An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.

James Douglas Beatty is one of 226,536 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning 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 West 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 James Douglas Beatty

Where is James Douglas Beatty's law office located?
James Douglas Beatty's law practice is located in West Des Moines, Iowa. The firm is Beatty & Miller, P.C.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James Douglas Beatty handle?
James Douglas Beatty focuses on wills, contracts, trusts, probate, estate planning. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Iowa.
How long has James Douglas Beatty practiced law?
James Douglas Beatty has 42+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1984.
Where did James Douglas Beatty go to law school?
James Douglas Beatty earned their education at (J.D., 1984); (B.S., 1981).
How can I contact James Douglas Beatty for a consultation?
You can contact James Douglas Beatty 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 Douglas Beatty received?
James Douglas Beatty's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Drake University
- 1984
B.S.
Iowa State University
- 1981

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Iowa
Admitted: 1984
U.S. District Court, Northern District of Iowa
Admitted: 1985
U.S. District Court, Southern District of Iowa and U.S. Court of Appeals, Eighth Circuit
Admitted: 1985

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