Atty. Karla J. Shea

Atty. Karla J. Shea

Karla J. Shea is a lawyer practicing insurance defense, bodily injury and property damage - defendant, bodily injury and property damage - plaintiff and 5 other areas of law.

Waterloo Waterloo 35 yrs experience 35 year
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Profile Summary

About Karla J. Shea at a glance

Karla J. Shea is an Attorney based in Waterloo, Iowa, practicing at McCoy, Riley, Shea & Bevel, P.L.C.. They have 35+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1991. Their practice focuses on formation, personal injury, bankruptcy, litigation, and insurance. Admitted to practice in Iowa (1991) and U.S. District Court, Northern District of Iowa (1991). Educated at Drake University (J.D., 1991) and Iowa State University (B.A., 1987). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Black Hawk County and Iowa State Bar Associations Iowa Defense Council Association. Serands clients in Waterloo, IA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Karla J. Shea is a lawyer practicing insurance defense, bodily injury and property damage - defendant, bodily injury and property damage - plaintiff and 5 other areas of law
  • Karla received a B.A. degree from Iowa State University in 1987, and has been licensed for 35 years
  • Karla practices at McCoy, Riley, Shea & Bevel, P.L.C. in Waterloo, IA

Practice Areas Explained

Karla J. Shea's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Karla J. Shea handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Business Formation

Karla J. Shea is one of 35,584 formation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse formation 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.

Karla J. Shea is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Iowa →

Bankruptcy & Debt

A bankruptcy attorney can help you eliminate debt, stop creditor harassment, and protect your home through Chapter 7 or Chapter 13.

Karla J. Shea is one of 105,321 bankruptcy attorneys indexed nationally. Browse bankruptcy attorneys in Iowa →

Civil Litigation

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

Karla J. Shea is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Iowa →

Insurance Law

Insurance attorneys for coverage disputes, bad faith claims, denied claims, and policy disputes.

Karla J. Shea is one of 121,912 insurance attorneys indexed nationally. Browse insurance 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 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 Karla J. Shea

Where is Karla J. Shea's law office located?
Karla J. Shea's law practice is located in Waterloo, Iowa. The firm is McCoy, Riley, Shea & Bevel, P.L.C.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Karla J. Shea handle?
Karla J. Shea focuses on formation, personal injury, bankruptcy, litigation, insurance. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Iowa.
How long has Karla J. Shea practiced law?
Karla J. Shea has 35+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1991.
Where did Karla J. Shea go to law school?
Karla J. Shea earned their education at (J.D., 1991); (B.A., 1987).
How can I contact Karla J. Shea for a consultation?
You can contact Karla J. Shea 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 Karla J. Shea received?
Karla J. Shea's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
Drake University
- 1991
B.A.
Iowa State University
- 1987

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Iowa
Admitted: 1991
U.S. District Court, Northern District of Iowa
Admitted: 1991

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