Atty. James Robert Hinchliff

Atty. James Robert Hinchliff

James Robert Hinchliff is a lawyer practicing family, appeals, divorce & separation and 2 other areas of law. James has been licensed for 12 years.

West Des Moines West Des Moines 12 yrs experience 12 year
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About James Robert Hinchliff at a glance

James Robert Hinchliff is a divorce, child custody, family law, litigation, and appellate attorney based in West Des Moines, Iowa. They have 12+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2014. Admitted to practice in Iowa (2014). Educated at Creighton University School of Law (JD, 2014). Serands clients in West Des Moines, IA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • James Robert Hinchliff is a lawyer practicing family, appeals, divorce & separation and 2 other areas of law
  • James has been licensed for 12 years
  • James practices in West Des Moines, IA

Practice Areas Explained

James Robert Hinchliff's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases James Robert Hinchliff 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

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Family Law

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

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Civil Litigation

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

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Appellate Practice

Appellate attorneys for civil and criminal appeals at state and federal court.

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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 West 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 Robert Hinchliff

Where is James Robert Hinchliff's law office located?
James Robert Hinchliff's law practice is located in West Des Moines, Iowa. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James Robert Hinchliff handle?
James Robert Hinchliff focuses on divorce, child custody, family law, litigation, appellate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Iowa.
How long has James Robert Hinchliff practiced law?
James Robert Hinchliff has 12+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2014.
Where did James Robert Hinchliff go to law school?
James Robert Hinchliff earned their education at (JD, 2014).
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Education

JD
Creighton University School of Law
- 2014

Bar Admissions

Iowa
Admitted: 2014

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