Atty. James U. Mellick
James U. Mellick is a lawyer practicing criminal defense, general practice, trials practice and 6 other areas of law.
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James U. Mellick is an Attorney based in Waukon, Iowa, practicing at James U. Mellick, Attorney at Law. They have 62+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1964. Their practice focuses on personal injury, criminal defense, family law, workers comp, and ssd. Admitted to practice in Missouri (1964), U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Missouri (1965), U.S. Court of Appeals, Eighth Circuit (1966), and Iowa (1968). Educated at St. Louis University (J.D., 1964) and Loras College (B.A., 1961). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of American Bar Association Association of Trial Lawyers of Iowa (Member, Board of Governors, 1984-1988) The Association of Trial Lawyers of America. Serands clients in Waukon, IA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- James U. Mellick is a lawyer practicing criminal defense, general practice, trials practice and 6 other areas of law
- James received a B.A. degree from Loras College in 1961, and has been licensed for 62 years
- James practices at James U. Mellick, Attorney at Law in Waukon, IA
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James U. Mellick's Areas of Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases James U. Mellick handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.
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 U. Mellick is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Iowa →
A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.
James U. Mellick is one of 214,270 criminal defense attorneys indexed nationally. Browse criminal defense attorneys in Iowa →
Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.
James U. Mellick is one of 187,066 family law attorneys indexed nationally. Browse family law attorneys in Iowa →
Workers compensation lawyers help injured workers get medical care, lost wages, and disability benefits. Free consult, no fee unless you win.
James U. Mellick is one of 55,389 workers comp attorneys indexed nationally. Browse workers comp attorneys in Iowa →
SSDI and SSI attorneys for disability claims, denied benefits, and Social Security appeals.
James U. Mellick is one of 26,532 ssd attorneys indexed nationally. Browse ssd 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 Waukon 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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