Atty. James M. Holcomb
James M. Holcomb is a lawyer practicing real estate, business, probate law and 1 other area of law.
Business & More Attorney · Serving Des Moines, IA · 55+ Years Experience
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About James M. Holcomb at a Glance
James M. Holcomb is an Of Counsel based in Des Moines, Iowa. They have 55+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1971. Their practice focuses on probate, estate planning, business, and real estate. Admitted to practice in Iowa (1971). Educated at University of Iowa (J.D., 1971) and Iowa State University (B.S., 1965). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Polk County, Iowa State and American Bar Associations American College of Real Estate Lawyers. Serves clients in Des Moines, IA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About James M. Holcomb
- James M. Holcomb is a lawyer practicing real estate, business, probate law and 1 other area of law
- James received a B.S. degree from Iowa State University in 1965, and has been licensed for 55 years
- James practices in Des Moines, IA
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James M. Holcomb's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases James M. Holcomb handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Des Moines.
Probate in Des Moines
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Estate Planning & Probate in Des Moines
An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.
James M. Holcomb is one of 224,789 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in Iowa →
Business & Corporate Law in Des Moines
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
James M. Holcomb is one of 497,491 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Iowa →
Real Estate Law in Des Moines
Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.
James M. Holcomb is one of 313,729 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in Iowa →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Des Moines
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 venue, 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.
Des Moines Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Des Moines-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Des Moines Choose James M. Holcomb
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish James M. Holcomb's practice in the field of probate, estate planning, business, and real estate.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
James M. Holcomb brings 55+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering probate, estate planning, and business, James M. Holcomb can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Des Moines
A Des Moines-based practice means James M. Holcomb attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
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Common Legal Issues James M. Holcomb Handles in Des Moines
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