Atty. John Barton Goplerud

Atty. John Barton Goplerud

John Barton Goplerud practices at Shindler, Anderson, Goplerud & Weese P.C. Read Full Bio

West Des Moines West Des Moines 36 yrs experience 36 year
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About John Barton Goplerud at a glance

John Barton Goplerud is a Shareholder based in West Des Moines, Iowa, practicing at Shindler, Anderson, Goplerud & Weese P.C.. They have 36+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1990. Their practice focuses on car accidents, medical malpractice, wrongful death, personal injury, and class action. Admitted to practice in Iowa (1990) and U.S. District Court, Northern and Southern Districts of Iowa (1990). Educated at Drake University (J.D., 1990) and University of Iowa (B.A., 1982). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Iowa State and American Bar Associations The Association of Trial Lawyers of America Iowa Trial Lawyers Association. Serands clients in West Des Moines, IA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • John Barton Goplerud practices at Shindler, Anderson, Goplerud & Weese P.C
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Practice Areas Explained

John Barton Goplerud's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases John Barton Goplerud handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Car Accidents

Hurt in a car crash? Car accident lawyers fight insurance companies for fair compensation — free consult, no fee unless you win.

John Barton Goplerud is one of 36,807 car accidents attorneys indexed nationally. Browse car accidents attorneys in Iowa →

Medical Malpractice

Medical malpractice lawyers represent patients harmed by negligent doctors, hospitals, and other providers. Free case review, no fee unless you win.

John Barton Goplerud is one of 49,086 medical malpractice attorneys indexed nationally. Browse medical malpractice attorneys in Iowa →

Wrongful Death

John Barton Goplerud is one of 31,253 wrongful death attorneys indexed nationally. Browse wrongful death attorneys in Iowa →

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.

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Class Action

John Barton Goplerud is one of 26,424 class action attorneys indexed nationally. Browse class action 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 John Barton Goplerud

Where is John Barton Goplerud's law office located?
John Barton Goplerud's law practice is located in West Des Moines, Iowa. The firm is Shindler, Anderson, Goplerud & Weese P.C.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does John Barton Goplerud handle?
John Barton Goplerud focuses on car accidents, medical malpractice, wrongful death, personal injury, class action. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Iowa.
How long has John Barton Goplerud practiced law?
John Barton Goplerud has 36+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1990.
Where did John Barton Goplerud go to law school?
John Barton Goplerud earned their education at (J.D., 1990); (B.A., 1982).
How can I contact John Barton Goplerud for a consultation?
You can contact John Barton Goplerud 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 John Barton Goplerud received?
John Barton Goplerud's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
Drake University
- 1990
B.A.
University of Iowa
- 1982

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Iowa
Admitted: 1990
U.S. District Court, Northern and Southern Districts of Iowa
Admitted: 1990

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