Atty. John O. Haraldson

Atty. John O. Haraldson

John O. Haraldson is a lawyer practicing employment, employment & labor, civil rights.

Des Moines Des Moines 34 yrs experience 34 year
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About John O. Haraldson at a glance

John O. Haraldson is a employment and civil rights attorney based in Des Moines, Iowa. They have 34+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1992. Admitted to practice in Iowa (1992) and U.S. District Court, Southern and Northern Districts of Iowa and U.S. Court of Appeals, Eighth Circu (1992). Educated at University of Iowa (J.D., 1992) and University of Minnesota (B.A., 1987). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Polk County, Iowa State and American Bar Associations National Employment Lawyers Association. Serands clients in Des Moines, IA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • John O. Haraldson is a lawyer practicing employment, employment & labor, civil rights
  • John received a B.A. degree from University of Minnesota in 1987, and has been licensed for 34 years
  • John practices in Des Moines, IA

Practice Areas Explained

John O. Haraldson's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases John O. Haraldson 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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Civil Rights

Civil rights attorneys for discrimination, police misconduct, constitutional rights, and civil liberties cases.

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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 O. Haraldson

Where is John O. Haraldson's law office located?
John O. Haraldson's law practice is located in Des Moines, Iowa. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does John O. Haraldson handle?
John O. Haraldson focuses on employment, civil rights. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Iowa.
How long has John O. Haraldson practiced law?
John O. Haraldson has 34+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1992.
Where did John O. Haraldson go to law school?
John O. Haraldson earned their education at (J.D., 1992); (B.A., 1987).
How can I contact John O. Haraldson for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has John O. Haraldson received?
John O. Haraldson's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
University of Iowa
- 1992
B.A.
University of Minnesota
- 1987

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Iowa
Admitted: 1992
U.S. District Court, Southern and Northern Districts of Iowa and U.S. Court of Appeals, Eighth Circu
Admitted: 1992

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