Atty. Jill M. Augustine
Jill M. Augustine is a lawyer practicing civil litigation.
Civil Litigation Attorney · Serving Des Moines, IA · 36+ Years Experience
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About Jill M. Augustine at a Glance
Jill M. Augustine is an Attorney based in Des Moines, Iowa, practicing at Iowa Attorney General. They have 36+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1990. Their practice focuses on litigation. Admitted to practice in Iowa (1990). Educated at Drake University (J.D., 1990) and Millikin University (B.A., 1986). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Iowa State and American Bar Associations. Serves clients in Des Moines, IA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Jill M. Augustine
- Jill M. Augustine is a lawyer practicing civil litigation
- Jill received a B.A. degree from Millikin University in 1986, and has been licensed for 36 years
- Jill practices at Iowa Attorney General in Des Moines, IA
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Jill M. Augustine's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Jill M. Augustine handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Des Moines.
Civil Litigation in Des Moines
Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Des Moines
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 venue, 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.
Des Moines Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Des Moines-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Why Clients in Des Moines Choose Jill M. Augustine
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Jill M. Augustine's practice in the field of litigation.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Jill M. Augustine brings 36+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Focused Litigation Practice
Concentrating on litigation means Jill M. Augustine's knowledge of relevant statutes, case law, and procedural nuances stays current — unlike generalist practices that spread attention across unrelated fields.
Local Presence in Des Moines
A Des Moines-based practice means Jill M. Augustine attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
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