Atty. James Robert Lawyer

Atty. James Robert Lawyer

James Robert Lawyer is a lawyer practicing personal injury, workers compensation. James Robert received a B.B.A. degree from University of Iowa in 1975, and has been licensed for 47 years.

West Des Moines West Des Moines 47 yrs experience 47 year
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Profile Summary

About James Robert Lawyer at a glance

James Robert Lawyer is an Attorney based in West Des Moines, Iowa, practicing at Lawyer, Lawyer, Dutton & Drake, L.L.P.. They have 47+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1979. Their practice focuses on personal injury and workers comp. Admitted to practice in Iowa (1979), U.S. District Court, Southern District of Iowa (1979), and U.S. District Court, Northern District of Iowa (1979). Educated at Drake University (J.D., 1978) and University of Iowa (B.B.A., 1975). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in West Des Moines, IA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • James Robert Lawyer is a lawyer practicing personal injury, workers compensation
  • James Robert received a B.B.A. degree from University of Iowa in 1975, and has been licensed for 47 years
  • James Robert practices at Lawyer, Lawyer, Dutton & Drake, L.L.P. in West Des Moines, IA

Practice Areas Explained

James Robert Lawyer's Areas of Practice

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

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 Robert Lawyer is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Iowa →

Workers Compensation

Workers compensation lawyers help injured workers get medical care, lost wages, and disability benefits. Free consult, no fee unless you win.

James Robert Lawyer is one of 55,389 workers comp attorneys indexed nationally. Browse workers comp 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 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 Lawyer

Where is James Robert Lawyer's law office located?
James Robert Lawyer's law practice is located in West Des Moines, Iowa. The firm is Lawyer, Lawyer, Dutton & Drake, L.L.P.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James Robert Lawyer handle?
James Robert Lawyer focuses on personal injury, workers comp. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Iowa.
How long has James Robert Lawyer practiced law?
James Robert Lawyer has 47+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1979.
Where did James Robert Lawyer go to law school?
James Robert Lawyer earned their education at (J.D., 1978); (B.B.A., 1975).
How can I contact James Robert Lawyer for a consultation?
You can contact James Robert Lawyer 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 Robert Lawyer received?
James Robert Lawyer's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Drake University
- 1978
B.B.A.
University of Iowa
- 1975

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Iowa
Admitted: 1979
U.S. District Court, Southern District of Iowa
Admitted: 1979
U.S. District Court, Northern District of Iowa
Admitted: 1979

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