Atty. Lance D. Ehmcke

Atty. Lance D. Ehmcke

Author Note, 29 Drake Law Review, 113, 1980. Law Clerk to Hon.

Sioux City Sioux City 46 yrs experience 46 year
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Profile Summary

About Lance D. Ehmcke at a glance

Lance D. Ehmcke is a Retired Partner based in Sioux City, Iowa, practicing at Heidman Law Firm. They have 46+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1980. Their practice focuses on trusts, probate, estate planning, and agriculture. Admitted to practice in Iowa (1980) and Nebraska (1981). Educated at Drake University (J.D., 1980) and Iowa State University (B.S., 1972). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Woodbury County, Dakota County (President, 1991-1993), Iowa State (Ag-Law Chair 2005-09), Nebraska State and American Bar Associations. Serands clients in Sioux City, IA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Author Note, 29 Drake Law Review, 113, 1980
  • Law Clerk to Hon. Ronald E. Longstaff, Southern District of Iowa, 1980-1981

Practice Areas Explained

Lance D. Ehmcke's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Lance D. Ehmcke handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Trusts

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Probate

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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.

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Agricultural Law

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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 Sioux City 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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Where is Lance D. Ehmcke's law office located?
Lance D. Ehmcke's law practice is located in Sioux City, Iowa. The firm is Heidman Law Firm. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Lance D. Ehmcke handle?
Lance D. Ehmcke focuses on trusts, probate, estate planning, agriculture. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Iowa.
How long has Lance D. Ehmcke practiced law?
Lance D. Ehmcke has 46+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1980.
Where did Lance D. Ehmcke go to law school?
Lance D. Ehmcke earned their education at (J.D., 1980); (B.S., 1972).
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What awards or recognition has Lance D. Ehmcke received?
Lance D. Ehmcke's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
Drake University
- 1980
B.S.
Iowa State University
- 1972

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Iowa
Admitted: 1980
Nebraska
Admitted: 1981

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