Atty. John Dennis Schmidt

Atty. John Dennis Schmidt

John Dennis Schmidt is a lawyer practicing tax law, employee benefits law. John received a B.A. degree from Iowa State University in 1975, and has been licensed for 48 years.

Des Moines Des Moines 48 yrs experience 48 year
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Profile Summary

About John Dennis Schmidt at a glance

John Dennis Schmidt is a employment and tax attorney based in Des Moines, Iowa. They have 48+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1978. Admitted to practice in Iowa (1978). Educated at Iowa State University (J.D., 1978) and Iowa State University (B.A., 1975). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Des Moines, IA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • John Dennis Schmidt is a lawyer practicing tax law, employee benefits law
  • John received a B.A. degree from Iowa State University in 1975, and has been licensed for 48 years
  • John practices in Des Moines, IA

Practice Areas Explained

John Dennis Schmidt's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases John Dennis Schmidt 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.

John Dennis Schmidt is one of 169,120 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in Iowa →

Tax Law

Tax attorneys handle IRS audits, tax debt, international tax, estate planning, and tax court litigation.

John Dennis Schmidt is one of 85,302 tax attorneys indexed nationally. Browse tax 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 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 Dennis Schmidt

Where is John Dennis Schmidt's law office located?
John Dennis Schmidt's law practice is located in Des Moines, Iowa. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does John Dennis Schmidt handle?
John Dennis Schmidt focuses on employment, tax. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Iowa.
How long has John Dennis Schmidt practiced law?
John Dennis Schmidt has 48+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1978.
Where did John Dennis Schmidt go to law school?
John Dennis Schmidt earned their education at (J.D., 1978); (B.A., 1975).
How can I contact John Dennis Schmidt for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has John Dennis Schmidt received?
John Dennis Schmidt's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Iowa State University
- 1978
B.A.
Iowa State University
- 1975

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Iowa
Admitted: 1978

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