Atty. James P. Moriarty

Atty. James P. Moriarty

James P. Moriarty is a lawyer practicing litigation, personal injury, general practice and 2 other areas of law.

Des Moines Des Moines 44 yrs experience 44 year
Call (656) 228-0101 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About James P. Moriarty at a glance

James P. Moriarty is a wrongful death, personal injury, criminal defense, and litigation attorney based in Des Moines, Iowa. They have 44+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1982. Admitted to practice in Massachusetts (1982), Maine (1983), and Iowa (1996). Serands clients in Des Moines, IA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • James P. Moriarty is a lawyer practicing litigation, personal injury, general practice and 2 other areas of law
  • James has been licensed for 44 years
  • James practices in Des Moines, IA

Practice Areas Explained

James P. Moriarty's Areas of Practice

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

Wrongful Death

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

Criminal Defense

A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.

James P. Moriarty is one of 214,271 criminal defense attorneys indexed nationally. Browse criminal defense attorneys in Iowa →

Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

James P. Moriarty is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation 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 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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Frequently Asked

Common questions about James P. Moriarty

Where is James P. Moriarty's law office located?
James P. Moriarty's law practice is located in Des Moines, Iowa. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James P. Moriarty handle?
James P. Moriarty focuses on wrongful death, personal injury, criminal defense, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Iowa.
How long has James P. Moriarty practiced law?
James P. Moriarty has 44+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1982.
How can I contact James P. Moriarty for a consultation?
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Bar Admissions

Massachusetts
Admitted: 1982
Maine
Admitted: 1983
Iowa
Admitted: 1996

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