Atty. Joseph P. Mc Laughlin

Atty. Joseph P. Mc Laughlin

Joseph P. Mc Laughlin is a lawyer practicing corporate & incorporation, trusts, wills & living wills and 6 other areas of law.

Des Moines Des Moines 41 yrs experience 41 year
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Profile Summary

About Joseph P. Mc Laughlin at a glance

Joseph P. Mc Laughlin is a Partner based in Des Moines, Iowa, practicing at Wiedenfeld & McLaughlin, L.L.P.. They have 41+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1985. Their practice focuses on formation, trusts, probate, personal injury, and estate planning. Admitted to practice in Missouri (1985), Iowa (1993), and U.S. District Court, Southern District of Iowa (1997). Educated at Drake University Law School (J.D., 1985) and University of Northern Iowa (B.A., 1979). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Polk County and Iowa State Bar Associations Iowa Defense Council Association Association of Trial Lawyers of America. Serands clients in Des Moines, IA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Joseph P. Mc Laughlin is a lawyer practicing corporate & incorporation, trusts, wills & living wills and 6 other areas of law
  • Joseph received a B.A. degree from University of Northern Iowa in 1979, and has been licensed for 41 years
  • Joseph practices at Wiedenfeld & McLaughlin, L.L.P. in Des Moines, IA

Practice Areas Explained

Joseph P. Mc Laughlin's Areas of Practice

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

Business Formation

Joseph P. Mc Laughlin is one of 35,584 formation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse formation attorneys in Iowa →

Trusts

Joseph P. Mc Laughlin is one of 104,171 trusts attorneys indexed nationally. Browse trusts attorneys in Iowa →

Probate

Joseph P. Mc Laughlin is one of 128,014 probate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse probate attorneys in Iowa →

Personal Injury

Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.

Joseph P. Mc Laughlin is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Iowa →

Estate Planning & Probate

An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.

Joseph P. Mc Laughlin is one of 226,536 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning 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 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 Joseph P. Mc Laughlin

Where is Joseph P. Mc Laughlin's law office located?
Joseph P. Mc Laughlin's law practice is located in Des Moines, Iowa. The firm is Wiedenfeld & McLaughlin, L.L.P.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Joseph P. Mc Laughlin handle?
Joseph P. Mc Laughlin focuses on formation, trusts, probate, personal injury, estate planning. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Iowa.
How long has Joseph P. Mc Laughlin practiced law?
Joseph P. Mc Laughlin has 41+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1985.
Where did Joseph P. Mc Laughlin go to law school?
Joseph P. Mc Laughlin earned their education at (J.D., 1985); (B.A., 1979).
How can I contact Joseph P. Mc Laughlin for a consultation?
You can contact Joseph P. Mc Laughlin 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 P. Mc Laughlin received?
Joseph P. Mc Laughlin's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Drake University Law School
- 1985
B.A.
University of Northern Iowa
- 1979

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Missouri
Admitted: 1985
Iowa
Admitted: 1993
U.S. District Court, Southern District of Iowa
Admitted: 1997

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