Atty. James H. Pickner

Atty. James H. Pickner

James H. Pickner is a lawyer practicing appeals, government, ethics & professional responsibility and 1 other area of law.

Hawarden Hawarden 31 yrs experience 31 year
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About James H. Pickner at a glance

James H. Pickner is an Attorney based in Hawarden, Iowa, practicing at Pickner Law Office PC. They have 31+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1995. Their practice focuses on government and appellate. Admitted to practice in South Dakota (1995) and Iowa (1995). Educated at University of South Dakota (J.D., 1995) and University of South Dakota (B.S., 1978). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Serands clients in Hawarden, IA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • James H. Pickner is a lawyer practicing appeals, government, ethics & professional responsibility and 1 other area of law
  • James received a B.S. degree from University of South Dakota in 1978, and has been licensed for 31 years
  • James practices at Pickner Law Office PC in Hawarden, IA

Practice Areas Explained

James H. Pickner's Areas of Practice

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

Government & Administrative Law

Attorneys for administrative law, agency hearings, government contracts, licensing, and public benefits.

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Appellate Practice

Appellate attorneys for civil and criminal appeals at state and federal court.

James H. Pickner is one of 86,319 appellate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse appellate 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 Hawarden 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 H. Pickner

Where is James H. Pickner's law office located?
James H. Pickner's law practice is located in Hawarden, Iowa. The firm is Pickner Law Office PC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James H. Pickner handle?
James H. Pickner focuses on government, appellate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Iowa.
How long has James H. Pickner practiced law?
James H. Pickner has 31+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1995.
Where did James H. Pickner go to law school?
James H. Pickner earned their education at (J.D., 1995); (B.S., 1978).
How can I contact James H. Pickner for a consultation?
You can contact James H. Pickner 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 H. Pickner received?
James H. Pickner's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
University of South Dakota
- 1995
B.S.
University of South Dakota
- 1978

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

South Dakota
Admitted: 1995
Iowa
Admitted: 1995

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