Atty. James P. Piazza, Sr.

Atty. James P. Piazza, Sr.

James P. Piazza, Sr. is a lawyer practicing criminal law, personal injury law, domestic relations law and 1 other area of law.

Clear Lake Clear Lake 59 yrs experience 59 year
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About James P. Piazza, Sr. at a glance

James P. Piazza, Sr. is a Mag. J. based in Clear Lake, Iowa. They have 59+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1967. Their practice focuses on divorce, personal injury, criminal defense, and family law. Admitted to practice in Iowa (1967). Educated at Drake University (J.D., 1967) and Pennsylvania State University (B.S., 1963). Serands clients in Clear Lake, IA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • James P. Piazza, Sr. is a lawyer practicing criminal law, personal injury law, domestic relations law and 1 other area of law
  • James received a B.S. degree from Pennsylvania State University in 1963, and has been licensed for 59 years
  • James practices in Clear Lake, IA

Practice Areas Explained

James P. Piazza, Sr.'s Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases James P. Piazza, Sr. 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.

James P. Piazza, Sr. is one of 50,487 divorce attorneys indexed nationally. Browse divorce 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. Piazza, Sr. 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. Piazza, Sr. is one of 214,271 criminal defense attorneys indexed nationally. Browse criminal defense attorneys in Iowa →

Family Law

Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.

James P. Piazza, Sr. is one of 187,066 family law attorneys indexed nationally. Browse family law 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 Clear Lake 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. Piazza, Sr.

Where is James P. Piazza, Sr.'s law office located?
James P. Piazza, Sr.'s law practice is located in Clear Lake, Iowa. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James P. Piazza, Sr. handle?
James P. Piazza, Sr. focuses on divorce, personal injury, criminal defense, family law. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Iowa.
How long has James P. Piazza, Sr. practiced law?
James P. Piazza, Sr. has 59+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1967.
Where did James P. Piazza, Sr. go to law school?
James P. Piazza, Sr. earned their education at (J.D., 1967); (B.S., 1963).
How can I contact James P. Piazza, Sr. for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Drake University
- 1967
B.S.
Pennsylvania State University
- 1963

Bar Admissions

Iowa
Admitted: 1967

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