Atty. John Harold Pennington

Atty. John Harold Pennington

John Harold Pennington is a lawyer practicing administrative law, business litigation, business organization and 14 other areas of law. John received a M.S. degree from Creighton University in 2003, and has been licensed for 23 years.

Des Moines Des Moines 23 yrs experience 23 year
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Profile Summary

About John Harold Pennington at a glance

John Harold Pennington is a Shareholder based in Des Moines, Iowa, practicing at Simpson, Jensen, Abels, Fischer & Bouslog, P.C.. They have 23+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2003. Their practice focuses on wills, trusts, wrongful death, personal injury, and family law. Admitted to practice in Iowa (2003). Educated at Creighton University (J.D., 2003) and Creighton University (M.S. University, 2003). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Polk County, Iowa State and American Bar Associations. Serands clients in Des Moines, IA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • John Harold Pennington is a lawyer practicing administrative law, business litigation, business organization and 14 other areas of law
  • John received a M.S. degree from Creighton University in 2003, and has been licensed for 23 years
  • John practices at Simpson, Jensen, Abels, Fischer & Bouslog, P.C. in Des Moines, IA

Practice Areas Explained

John Harold Pennington's Areas of Practice

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

Wills

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Trusts

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Wrongful Death

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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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Family Law

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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 John Harold Pennington

Where is John Harold Pennington's law office located?
John Harold Pennington's law practice is located in Des Moines, Iowa. The firm is Simpson, Jensen, Abels, Fischer & Bouslog, P.C.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does John Harold Pennington handle?
John Harold Pennington focuses on wills, trusts, wrongful death, personal injury, family law. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Iowa.
How long has John Harold Pennington practiced law?
John Harold Pennington has 23+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2003.
Where did John Harold Pennington go to law school?
John Harold Pennington earned their education at (J.D., 2003); (M.S. University, 2003).
How can I contact John Harold Pennington for a consultation?
You can contact John Harold Pennington 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 Harold Pennington received?
John Harold Pennington's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
Creighton University
- 2003
M.S. University
Creighton University
- 2003

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Iowa
Admitted: 2003

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