Atty. Joseph H. Laverty

Atty. Joseph H. Laverty

Joseph H. Laverty is a lawyer practicing lawsuits / disputes, sexual harassment, labor and employment law.

Davenport Davenport 32 yrs experience 32 year
Call (563) 275-5196 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About Joseph H. Laverty at a glance

Joseph H. Laverty is an Attorney based in Davenport, Iowa, practicing at Wessels Sherman P.C.. They have 32+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1994. Their practice focuses on sexual harassment, employment, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1994), Iowa (1994), U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois (1994), and U.S. District Court, Central District of Illinois and U.S. District Court, Southern District of Iowa (1995). Educated at Thomas M. Cooley Law School (J.D., 1994) and St. Ambrose University (B.A. Business, 1990). Recognitions include CV Notable. Serands clients in Davenport, IA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Joseph H. Laverty is a lawyer practicing lawsuits / disputes, sexual harassment, labor and employment law
  • Joseph received a B.A. degree from St. Ambrose University in 1990, and has been licensed for 32 years
  • Joseph practices at Wessels Sherman P.C. in Davenport, IA

Practice Areas Explained

Joseph H. Laverty's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Joseph H. Laverty handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Sexual Harassment

Joseph H. Laverty is one of 6,021 sexual harassment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse sexual harassment attorneys in Iowa →

Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

Joseph H. Laverty is one of 169,120 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in Iowa →

Civil Litigation

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

Joseph H. Laverty is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Iowa →

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 Davenport 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.

Looking for additional Iowa attorneys? Browse all attorneys in Davenport or all attorneys in Iowa.

Frequently Asked

Common questions about Joseph H. Laverty

Where is Joseph H. Laverty's law office located?
Joseph H. Laverty's law practice is located in Davenport, Iowa. The firm is Wessels Sherman P.C.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Joseph H. Laverty handle?
Joseph H. Laverty focuses on sexual harassment, employment, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Iowa.
How long has Joseph H. Laverty practiced law?
Joseph H. Laverty has 32+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1994.
Where did Joseph H. Laverty go to law school?
Joseph H. Laverty earned their education at (J.D., 1994); (B.A. Business, 1990).
How can I contact Joseph H. Laverty for a consultation?
You can contact Joseph H. Laverty 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 Joseph H. Laverty received?
Joseph H. Laverty's notable recognition includes: CV Notable.

Education

J.D.
Thomas M. Cooley Law School
- 1994
B.A. Business
St. Ambrose University
- 1990

Awards

CV Notable

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1994
Iowa
Admitted: 1994
U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois
Admitted: 1994
U.S. District Court, Central District of Illinois and U.S. District Court, Southern District of Iowa
Admitted: 1995
U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 1999
U.S. Court of Appeals, Eighth Circuit
Admitted: 2000
U.S. District Court, Northern District of Iowa U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 2002

Reviews

3.0
1 Review
5 0
4 0
3 0
2 0
1 0
These reviews belong to platform users; they do not constitute advertisement or promotion for the attorney. Opinions are published for informational purposes only.

No reviews yet.