Business And Corporate Law & More Attorney · Serving Des Moines, IA · 28+ Years Experience
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About Justin E. Lavan at a Glance
Justin E. Lavan is a Shareholder based in Des Moines, Iowa, practicing at Dickinson, Bradshaw, Fowler & Hagen, P.C.. They have 28+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1998. Their practice focuses on contracts, trademark, copyright, personal injury, and business. Admitted to practice in Iowa (1998). Educated at Drake University Law School (J.D., 1998) and Mankato State University (B.S., 1994). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serves clients in Des Moines, IA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Justin E. Lavan
- Mr. Justin E. Lavan is a lawyer practicing contract disputes, business and corporate law, construction law and litigation and 16 other areas of law
- Justin received a B.S. degree from Mankato State University in 1994, and has been licensed for 28 years
- Justin practices at Dickinson, Bradshaw, Fowler & Hagen, P.C. in Des Moines, IA
Practice Areas Explained
Justin E. Lavan's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Justin E. Lavan handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Des Moines.
Contracts in Des Moines
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Trademark Law in Des Moines
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Copyright Law in Des Moines
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Personal Injury in Des Moines
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.
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Business & Corporate Law in Des Moines
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Des Moines
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 venue, 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.
Des Moines Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Des Moines-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Des Moines Choose Justin E. Lavan
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Justin E. Lavan's practice in the field of contracts, trademark, copyright, personal injury, and business.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Justin E. Lavan brings 28+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering contracts, trademark, and copyright, Justin E. Lavan can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Des Moines
A Des Moines-based practice means Justin E. Lavan attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
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Common Legal Issues Justin E. Lavan Handles in Des Moines
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Justin E. Lavan has experience with under Iowa law. If your situation involves one of these case categories, this attorney may be well positioned to help you understand your options.
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