Atty. John Taylor Ward

Atty. John Taylor Ward

John Taylor Ward is a lawyer practicing litigation. John received a A.B. degree from University of Rochester, and has been licensed for 62 years.

West Des Moines West Des Moines 62 yrs experience 62 year
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About John Taylor Ward at a glance

John Taylor Ward is a Co. Ct. J. based in West Des Moines, Iowa. They have 62+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1964. Their practice focuses on litigation. Admitted to practice in Iowa (1964) and New York (1975). Educated at State University of New York at Buffalo J.D. (—) and University of Rochester A.B. (—). Serands clients in West Des Moines, IA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • John Taylor Ward is a lawyer practicing litigation
  • John received a A.B. degree from University of Rochester, and has been licensed for 62 years
  • John practices in West Des Moines, IA

Practice Areas Explained

John Taylor Ward's Areas of Practice

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

Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

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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 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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John Taylor Ward's law practice is located in West Des Moines, Iowa. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
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John Taylor Ward focuses on litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Iowa.
How long has John Taylor Ward practiced law?
John Taylor Ward has 62+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1964.
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Practice Areas

Education

State University of New York at Buffalo J.D.
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University of Rochester A.B.
- In Progress

Bar Admissions

Iowa
Admitted: 1964
New York
Admitted: 1975

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