Atty. James R. Quilty

Atty. James R. Quilty

James R. Quilty is a lawyer practicing commercial, plaintiffs personal injury, medical malpractice and 2 other areas of law.

Des Moines Des Moines 33 yrs experience 33 year
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Profile Summary

About James R. Quilty at a glance

James R. Quilty is a Member based in Des Moines, Iowa. They have 33+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1993. Their practice focuses on medical malpractice, personal injury, business, product liability, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1993), Missouri (1994), Iowa (1999), and U.S. District Court, Northern and Southern Districts of Iowa, U.S. District Court, Southern District (1999). Educated at University of Illinois (J.D., 1993) and St. Ambrose University (B.A., 1990). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Polk County and Iowa State Bar Associations American Association for Justice Iowa Trial Lawyers Association Greater Des Moines Leadership Institute. Serands clients in Des Moines, IA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • James R. Quilty is a lawyer practicing commercial, plaintiffs personal injury, medical malpractice and 2 other areas of law
  • James received a B.A. degree from St. Ambrose University in 1990, and has been licensed for 33 years
  • James practices in Des Moines, IA

Practice Areas Explained

James R. Quilty's Areas of Practice

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

Medical Malpractice

Medical malpractice lawyers represent patients harmed by negligent doctors, hospitals, and other providers. Free case review, no fee unless you win.

James R. Quilty is one of 49,086 medical malpractice attorneys indexed nationally. Browse medical malpractice 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 R. Quilty is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Iowa →

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

James R. Quilty is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Iowa →

Product Liability

James R. Quilty is one of 66,193 product liability attorneys indexed nationally. Browse product liability attorneys in Iowa →

Civil Litigation

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

James R. Quilty 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 R. Quilty

Where is James R. Quilty's law office located?
James R. Quilty's law practice is located in Des Moines, Iowa. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James R. Quilty handle?
James R. Quilty focuses on medical malpractice, personal injury, business, product liability, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Iowa.
How long has James R. Quilty practiced law?
James R. Quilty has 33+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1993.
Where did James R. Quilty go to law school?
James R. Quilty earned their education at (J.D., 1993); (B.A., 1990).
How can I contact James R. Quilty for a consultation?
You can contact James R. Quilty 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 R. Quilty received?
James R. Quilty's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
University of Illinois
- 1993
B.A.
St. Ambrose University
- 1990

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1993
Missouri
Admitted: 1994
Iowa
Admitted: 1999
U.S. District Court, Northern and Southern Districts of Iowa, U.S. District Court, Southern District
Admitted: 1999

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