Atty. James Lamont Goodman

Atty. James Lamont Goodman

James Lamont Goodman is a lawyer practicing agriculture, business, contracts & agreements and 8 other areas of law. James received a degree from Colorado State University in 1974, and has been licensed for 45 years.

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About James Lamont Goodman at a glance

James Lamont Goodman is an Attorney based in Marshalltown, Iowa, practicing at Moore, McKibben, Goodman, Lorenz & Ellefson, LLP. They have 45+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1981. Their practice focuses on contracts, trusts, probate, estate planning, and business. Admitted to practice in Iowa (1981) and U.S. District Court, Southern and Northern Districts of Iowa, U.S. Court of Appeals, Eighth Circuit (1981). Educated at Drake University (J.D., 1980) and Colorado State University (M.S.B.A. Iowa, 1974). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Marshall County and Iowa State Bar Associations National Association of Accountants. Serands clients in Marshalltown, IA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • James Lamont Goodman is a lawyer practicing agriculture, business, contracts & agreements and 8 other areas of law
  • James received a degree from Colorado State University in 1974, and has been licensed for 45 years
  • James practices at Moore, McKibben, Goodman, Lorenz & Ellefson, LLP in Marshalltown, IA

Practice Areas Explained

James Lamont Goodman's Areas of Practice

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

Contracts

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Trusts

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Probate

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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.

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Business & Corporate 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 Marshalltown 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 Lamont Goodman

Where is James Lamont Goodman's law office located?
James Lamont Goodman's law practice is located in Marshalltown, Iowa. The firm is Moore, McKibben, Goodman, Lorenz & Ellefson, LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James Lamont Goodman handle?
James Lamont Goodman focuses on contracts, trusts, probate, estate planning, business. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Iowa.
How long has James Lamont Goodman practiced law?
James Lamont Goodman has 45+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1981.
Where did James Lamont Goodman go to law school?
James Lamont Goodman earned their education at (J.D., 1980); (M.S.B.A. Iowa, 1974).
How can I contact James Lamont Goodman for a consultation?
You can contact James Lamont Goodman 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 Lamont Goodman received?
James Lamont Goodman's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Drake University
- 1980
M.S.B.A. Iowa
Colorado State University
- 1974

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Iowa
Admitted: 1981
U.S. District Court, Southern and Northern Districts of Iowa, U.S. Court of Appeals, Eighth Circuit
Admitted: 1981

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