Atty. John Wendell Holmes

Atty. John Wendell Holmes

John Wendell Holmes is a lawyer practicing wills, corporations, condominiums and 2 other areas of law. John Wendell received a B.B.A. degree from University of Iowa in 1967, and has been licensed for 52 years.

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Profile Summary

About John Wendell Holmes at a glance

John Wendell Holmes is a Member based in Waterloo, Iowa, practicing at Holmes & Holmes. They have 52+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1974. Their practice focuses on wills, business, hoa, and employment contracts. Admitted to practice in Iowa (1974) and Nebraska (Inactive) U.S. District Court, Northern District of Iowa U.S. District Court, Southern Dis (1989). Educated at University of Iowa (J.D., 1974) and University of Iowa (B.B.A., 1967). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Provides legal services in English. Serands clients in Waterloo, IA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • John Wendell Holmes is a lawyer practicing wills, corporations, condominiums and 2 other areas of law
  • John Wendell received a B.B.A. degree from University of Iowa in 1967, and has been licensed for 52 years
  • John Wendell practices at Holmes & Holmes in Waterloo, IA

Practice Areas Explained

John Wendell Holmes's Areas of Practice

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

Wills

John Wendell Holmes is one of 34,541 wills attorneys indexed nationally. Browse wills attorneys in Iowa →

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

John Wendell Holmes is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Iowa →

HOA & Condominium Law

John Wendell Holmes is one of 5,637 hoa attorneys indexed nationally. Browse hoa attorneys in Iowa →

Employment Contracts

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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 Waterloo 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 Wendell Holmes

Where is John Wendell Holmes's law office located?
John Wendell Holmes's law practice is located in Waterloo, Iowa. The firm is Holmes & Holmes. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does John Wendell Holmes handle?
John Wendell Holmes focuses on wills, business, hoa, employment contracts. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Iowa.
How long has John Wendell Holmes practiced law?
John Wendell Holmes has 52+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1974.
What languages does John Wendell Holmes speak?
John Wendell Holmes provides legal services in English. Bilingual representation can be especially important when contracts, testimony, or court filings require accurate translation.
Where did John Wendell Holmes go to law school?
John Wendell Holmes earned their education at (J.D., 1974); (B.B.A., 1967).
How can I contact John Wendell Holmes for a consultation?
You can contact John Wendell Holmes 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 Wendell Holmes received?
John Wendell Holmes's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
University of Iowa
- 1974
B.B.A.
University of Iowa
- 1967

Languages

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Iowa
Admitted: 1974
Nebraska (Inactive) U.S. District Court, Northern District of Iowa U.S. District Court, Southern Dis
Admitted: 1989

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