Atty. James M. Meade
James M. Meade is a lawyer practicing family law, wills, probate law and 6 other areas of law.
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James M. Meade is an Attorney based in West Des Moines, Iowa, practicing at Law Offices of James M. Meade. They have 56+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1970. Their practice focuses on wills, trusts, probate, family law, and estate planning. Admitted to practice in Iowa (1970). Educated at Harvard University (J.D., 1969) and University of Denver (A.B., 1966). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in West Des Moines, IA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- James M. Meade is a lawyer practicing family law, wills, probate law and 6 other areas of law
- James received a A.B. degree from University of Denver in 1966, and has been licensed for 56 years
- James practices at Law Offices of James M. Meade in West Des Moines, IA
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James M. Meade is one of 34,541 wills attorneys indexed nationally. Browse wills attorneys in Iowa →
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Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.
James M. Meade is one of 187,066 family law attorneys indexed nationally. Browse family law attorneys in Iowa →
An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.
James M. Meade is one of 226,537 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in Iowa →
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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 West 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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