Atty. James P. Moriarty

Atty. James P. Moriarty

Mr. James P.

Cedar Rapids Cedar Rapids 44 yrs experience 44 year
Call (319) 432-7471 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About James P. Moriarty at a glance

James P. Moriarty is a Senior Associate based in Cedar Rapids, Iowa. They have 44+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1982. Their practice focuses on divorce, child custody, probate, wrongful death, and personal injury. Admitted to practice in Massachusetts (1982), Maine (1983), and Iowa U.S. District Court, District of Maine U.S. District Court, District of Massachusetts U.S. Dist (1996). Educated at Suffolk University Law School (J.D., 1982) and Suffolk University College of Liberal Arts and Sciences (A.B. Ars, 1977). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Massachusetts Bar Association Maine Bar Association Iowa Bar Association American Bar Association Iowa State Bar Association Linn County Bar Association Aroostook County (ME) Bar Association Howard County Bar Association Iowa Public Defender Association. Provides legal services in French Italian. Serands clients in Cedar Rapids, IA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Mr. James P. Moriarty is a lawyer practicing adoption, probate & estate planning, family law and 9 other areas of law
  • James received a A.B. degree from Suffolk University College of Liberal Arts and Sciences in 1977, and has been licensed for 44 years
  • James practices in Cedar Rapids, 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.

Divorce

A divorce attorney guides you through property division, spousal support, custody, and the final decree — contested or uncontested.

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Child Custody & Visitation

James P. Moriarty is one of 31,241 child custody attorneys indexed nationally. Browse child custody attorneys in Iowa →

Probate

James P. Moriarty is one of 128,014 probate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse probate attorneys in Iowa →

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.

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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 Cedar Rapids 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 Cedar Rapids, Iowa. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James P. Moriarty handle?
James P. Moriarty focuses on divorce, child custody, probate, wrongful death, personal injury. 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.
What languages does James P. Moriarty speak?
James P. Moriarty provides legal services in French Italian. Bilingual representation can be especially important when contracts, testimony, or court filings require accurate translation.
Where did James P. Moriarty go to law school?
James P. Moriarty earned their education at (J.D., 1982); (A.B. Ars, 1977).
How can I contact James P. Moriarty for a consultation?
You can contact James P. Moriarty 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 P. Moriarty received?
James P. Moriarty's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Suffolk University Law School
- 1982
A.B. Ars
Suffolk University College of Liberal Arts and Sciences
- 1977

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Massachusetts
Admitted: 1982
Maine
Admitted: 1983
Iowa U.S. District Court, District of Maine U.S. District Court, District of Massachusetts U.S. Dist
Admitted: 1996

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