Atty. James R. Henscheid

Atty. James R. Henscheid

James R. Henscheid is a lawyer practicing estate planning, wills, trust administration.

Des Moines Des Moines 32 yrs experience 32 year
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Profile Summary

About James R. Henscheid at a glance

James R. Henscheid is a Member based in Des Moines, Iowa, practicing at Henscheid Law Office. They have 32+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1994. Their practice focuses on wills, trusts, and estate planning. Admitted to practice in Missouri (1994) and Iowa (1995). Educated at St. Louis University (J.D., 1994) and Maryville University (M.B.A. University, 1990). Active member of Bar Association of Metropolitan St and Louis American Bar Association. Serands clients in Des Moines, IA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • James R. Henscheid is a lawyer practicing estate planning, wills, trust administration
  • James received a M.B.A. degree from Maryville University in 1990, and has been licensed for 32 years
  • James practices at Henscheid Law Office in Des Moines, IA

Practice Areas Explained

James R. Henscheid's Areas of Practice

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

Wills

James R. Henscheid is one of 34,541 wills attorneys indexed nationally. Browse wills attorneys in Iowa →

Trusts

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Estate Planning & Probate

An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.

James R. Henscheid is one of 226,537 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning 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 R. Henscheid

Where is James R. Henscheid's law office located?
James R. Henscheid's law practice is located in Des Moines, Iowa. The firm is Henscheid Law Office. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James R. Henscheid handle?
James R. Henscheid focuses on wills, trusts, estate planning. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Iowa.
How long has James R. Henscheid practiced law?
James R. Henscheid has 32+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1994.
Where did James R. Henscheid go to law school?
James R. Henscheid earned their education at (J.D., 1994); (M.B.A. University, 1990).
How can I contact James R. Henscheid for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
St. Louis University
- 1994
M.B.A. University
Maryville University
- 1990

Bar Admissions

Missouri
Admitted: 1994
Iowa
Admitted: 1995

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