Atty. Jess William Vilsack

Atty. Jess William Vilsack

Jess William Vilsack is a lawyer practicing business and commercial transactions, agribusiness, business and commercial litigation and 4 other areas of law. Jess received a B.A. degree from Hamilton College in 2000, and has been licensed for 23 years.

Des Moines Des Moines 23 yrs experience 23 year
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Profile Summary

About Jess William Vilsack at a glance

Jess William Vilsack is a Partner based in Des Moines, Iowa, practicing at Nyemaster Goode, P.C.. They have 23+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2003. Their practice focuses on employment, business, real estate, ip, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Iowa Admitted to practice in all state and federal courts in Iowa (2003). Educated at University of Iowa (J.D., 2003) and Hamilton College (B.A. Economics, 2000). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Professional and Community Affiliations Central Iowa Shelter & Services President, 2011-2013 Board of Directors, 2008-2015 Iowa Supreme Court Grievance Commissioner, 2010-2016 Iowa Sports Foundation (Iowa Games) Board of Directors, 2016-present. Serands clients in Des Moines, IA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Jess William Vilsack is a lawyer practicing business and commercial transactions, agribusiness, business and commercial litigation and 4 other areas of law
  • Jess received a B.A. degree from Hamilton College in 2000, and has been licensed for 23 years
  • Jess practices at Nyemaster Goode, P.C. in Des Moines, IA

Practice Areas Explained

Jess William Vilsack's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Jess William Vilsack handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

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Business & Corporate Law

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

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Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

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Intellectual Property

IP attorneys protect inventions, brands, and creative work through patent prosecution, trademark registration, copyright, and trade-secret enforcement.

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Civil Litigation

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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 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 Jess William Vilsack

Where is Jess William Vilsack's law office located?
Jess William Vilsack's law practice is located in Des Moines, Iowa. The firm is Nyemaster Goode, P.C.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Jess William Vilsack handle?
Jess William Vilsack focuses on employment, business, real estate, ip, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Iowa.
How long has Jess William Vilsack practiced law?
Jess William Vilsack has 23+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2003.
Where did Jess William Vilsack go to law school?
Jess William Vilsack earned their education at (J.D., 2003); (B.A. Economics, 2000).
How can I contact Jess William Vilsack for a consultation?
You can contact Jess William Vilsack 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 Jess William Vilsack received?
Jess William Vilsack's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Iowa
- 2003
B.A. Economics
Hamilton College
- 2000

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Iowa Admitted to practice in all state and federal courts in Iowa
Admitted: 2003

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