Atty. James Gilbert Tichenor

Atty. James Gilbert Tichenor

James Gilbert Tichenor is a lawyer practicing general practice, commercial law, insurance and 2 other areas of law. James Gilbert received a A.B. degree from University of Kansas in 1958, and has been licensed for 60 years.

Des Moines Des Moines 60 yrs experience 60 year
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Profile Summary

About James Gilbert Tichenor at a glance

James Gilbert Tichenor is a probate, family law, business, and insurance attorney based in Des Moines, Iowa. They have 60+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1966. Admitted to practice in Missouri (1966) and Iowa (1988). Educated at University of Missouri (J.D., 1965) and University of Kansas (A.B., 1958). Serands clients in Des Moines, IA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • James Gilbert Tichenor is a lawyer practicing general practice, commercial law, insurance and 2 other areas of law
  • James Gilbert received a A.B. degree from University of Kansas in 1958, and has been licensed for 60 years
  • James Gilbert practices in Des Moines, IA

Practice Areas Explained

James Gilbert Tichenor's Areas of Practice

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

Probate

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Family Law

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Business & Corporate Law

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Insurance 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 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 Gilbert Tichenor

Where is James Gilbert Tichenor's law office located?
James Gilbert Tichenor's law practice is located in Des Moines, Iowa. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James Gilbert Tichenor handle?
James Gilbert Tichenor focuses on probate, family law, business, insurance. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Iowa.
How long has James Gilbert Tichenor practiced law?
James Gilbert Tichenor has 60+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1966.
Where did James Gilbert Tichenor go to law school?
James Gilbert Tichenor earned their education at (J.D., 1965); (A.B., 1958).
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Education

J.D.
University of Missouri
- 1965
A.B.
University of Kansas
- 1958

Bar Admissions

Missouri
Admitted: 1966
Iowa
Admitted: 1988

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