Atty. James M. Carlin

Atty. James M. Carlin

James M. Carlin is a lawyer practicing personal injury, civil litigation, medical malpractice and 4 other areas of law.

Sioux City Sioux City 34 yrs experience 34 year
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Profile Summary

About James M. Carlin at a glance

James M. Carlin is an Attorney based in Sioux City, Iowa, practicing at Carlin Law Office. They have 34+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1992. Their practice focuses on car accidents, medical malpractice, wrongful death, personal injury, and tbi/sci. Admitted to practice in Iowa (1992) and U.S. District Court, Northern District of Iowa (1994). Educated at Marquette University School of Law (J.D., 1990) and University of Massachusetts (B.A. Economics, 1987). Recognitions include CV Notable. Active member of Iowa State Bar Association Iowa Trial Lawyers Association. Serands clients in Sioux City, IA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • James M. Carlin is a lawyer practicing personal injury, civil litigation, medical malpractice and 4 other areas of law
  • James received a B.A. degree from University of Massachusetts in 1987, and has been licensed for 34 years
  • James practices at Carlin Law Office in Sioux City, IA

Practice Areas Explained

James M. Carlin's Areas of Practice

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

Car Accidents

Hurt in a car crash? Car accident lawyers fight insurance companies for fair compensation — free consult, no fee unless you win.

James M. Carlin is one of 36,807 car accidents attorneys indexed nationally. Browse car accidents attorneys in Iowa →

Medical Malpractice

Medical malpractice lawyers represent patients harmed by negligent doctors, hospitals, and other providers. Free case review, no fee unless you win.

James M. Carlin is one of 49,086 medical malpractice attorneys indexed nationally. Browse medical malpractice attorneys in Iowa →

Wrongful Death

James M. Carlin is one of 31,253 wrongful death attorneys indexed nationally. Browse wrongful death attorneys in Iowa →

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.

James M. Carlin is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Iowa →

Brain & Spinal Cord Injury

James M. Carlin is one of 10,267 tbi/sci attorneys indexed nationally. Browse tbi/sci 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 Sioux City 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 M. Carlin

Where is James M. Carlin's law office located?
James M. Carlin's law practice is located in Sioux City, Iowa. The firm is Carlin Law Office. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James M. Carlin handle?
James M. Carlin focuses on car accidents, medical malpractice, wrongful death, personal injury, tbi/sci. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Iowa.
How long has James M. Carlin practiced law?
James M. Carlin has 34+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1992.
Where did James M. Carlin go to law school?
James M. Carlin earned their education at (J.D., 1990); (B.A. Economics, 1987).
How can I contact James M. Carlin for a consultation?
You can contact James M. Carlin 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 M. Carlin received?
James M. Carlin's notable recognition includes: CV Notable.

Education

J.D.
Marquette University School of Law
- 1990
B.A. Economics
University of Massachusetts
- 1987

Awards

CV Notable

Bar Admissions

Iowa
Admitted: 1992
U.S. District Court, Northern District of Iowa
Admitted: 1994

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