Atty. James F. Kalkhoff

Atty. James F. Kalkhoff

James F. Kalkhoff is a lawyer practicing personal injury, family law, employment & labor and 1 other area of law.

Waterloo Waterloo 39 yrs experience 39 year
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About James F. Kalkhoff at a glance

James F. Kalkhoff is an Equity Partner based in Waterloo, Iowa, practicing at Dutton, Braun, Staack & Hellman, P.L.C.. They have 39+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1987. Their practice focuses on personal injury, family law, employment, and workers comp. Admitted to practice in Iowa U.S. Court of Appeals, Eighth Circuit U.S. District Court, Northern District of Iowa U.S. Distr (1987). Educated at Drake University Law School (J.D., 1987) and Iowa State University (B.A., 1984). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Black Hawk County and Iowa State Bar Associations American Association for Justice Iowa Association for Justice. Serands clients in Waterloo, IA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • James F. Kalkhoff is a lawyer practicing personal injury, family law, employment & labor and 1 other area of law
  • James received a B.A. degree from Iowa State University in 1984, and has been licensed for 39 years
  • James practices at Dutton, Braun, Staack & Hellman, P.L.C. in Waterloo, IA

Practice Areas Explained

James F. Kalkhoff's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases James F. Kalkhoff 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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Family Law

Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.

James F. Kalkhoff is one of 187,066 family law attorneys indexed nationally. Browse family law attorneys in Iowa →

Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

James F. Kalkhoff is one of 169,120 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in Iowa →

Workers Compensation

Workers compensation lawyers help injured workers get medical care, lost wages, and disability benefits. Free consult, no fee unless you win.

James F. Kalkhoff is one of 55,389 workers comp attorneys indexed nationally. Browse workers comp 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 Waterloo 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 F. Kalkhoff

Where is James F. Kalkhoff's law office located?
James F. Kalkhoff's law practice is located in Waterloo, Iowa. The firm is Dutton, Braun, Staack & Hellman, P.L.C.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James F. Kalkhoff handle?
James F. Kalkhoff focuses on personal injury, family law, employment, workers comp. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Iowa.
How long has James F. Kalkhoff practiced law?
James F. Kalkhoff has 39+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1987.
Where did James F. Kalkhoff go to law school?
James F. Kalkhoff earned their education at (J.D., 1987); (B.A., 1984).
How can I contact James F. Kalkhoff for a consultation?
You can contact James F. Kalkhoff 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 F. Kalkhoff received?
James F. Kalkhoff's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
Drake University Law School
- 1987
B.A.
Iowa State University
- 1984

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Iowa U.S. Court of Appeals, Eighth Circuit U.S. District Court, Northern District of Iowa U.S. Distr
Admitted: 1987

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