Atty. John R. Perkins

Atty. John R. Perkins

John R. Perkins is a lawyer practicing antitrust law, construction law, environmental law and 1 other area of law.

Des Moines Des Moines 58 yrs experience 58 year
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Profile Summary

About John R. Perkins at a glance

John R. Perkins is an Atty. Gen., Iowa based in Des Moines, Iowa. They have 58+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1968. Their practice focuses on construction, litigation, and environmental. Admitted to practice in Iowa (1968), U.S. District Court, Southern District of Iowa (1970), U.S. District Court, Northern District of Iowa and U.S. Court of Appeals, D.C. Circuit (1975), and U.S. Supreme Court (1977). Educated at University of Iowa J.D. (—) and University of Iowa B.A. (—). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Des Moines, IA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • John R. Perkins is a lawyer practicing antitrust law, construction law, environmental law and 1 other area of law
  • John received a B.A. degree from University of Iowa, and has been licensed for 58 years
  • John practices in Des Moines, IA

Practice Areas Explained

John R. Perkins's Areas of Practice

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

Construction Law

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Civil Litigation

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Environmental 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

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Where is John R. Perkins's law office located?
John R. Perkins's law practice is located in Des Moines, Iowa. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does John R. Perkins handle?
John R. Perkins focuses on construction, litigation, environmental. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Iowa.
How long has John R. Perkins practiced law?
John R. Perkins has 58+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1968.
Where did John R. Perkins go to law school?
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What awards or recognition has John R. Perkins received?
John R. Perkins's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

University of Iowa J.D.
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University of Iowa B.A.
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Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Iowa
Admitted: 1968
U.S. District Court, Southern District of Iowa
Admitted: 1970
U.S. District Court, Northern District of Iowa and U.S. Court of Appeals, D.C. Circuit
Admitted: 1975
U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 1977
U.S. Court of Appeals, Third Circuit
Admitted: 1981
U.S. Court of Appeals, Eighth Circuit
Admitted: 1985

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