Atty. Lawrence J. Beckman
Lawrence J. Beckman is a lawyer practicing taxation, corporate law, contracts and 11 other areas of law.
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Lawrence J. Beckman is a Partner based in Council Bluffs, Iowa, practicing at Smith Peterson Law Firm, LLP. They have 53+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1973. Their practice focuses on contracts, trusts, probate, estate planning, and employment. Admitted to practice in Iowa (1973), Nebraska (1988), and U.S. Tax Court (1988). Educated at University of Iowa (J.D., 1973) and Knox College (B.A., 1970). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Iowa State and Nebraska State Bar Associations. Serands clients in Council Bluffs, IA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- Lawrence J. Beckman is a lawyer practicing taxation, corporate law, contracts and 11 other areas of law
- Lawrence received a B.A. degree from Knox College in 1970, and has been licensed for 53 years
- Lawrence practices at Smith Peterson Law Firm, LLP in Council Bluffs, IA
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Lawrence J. Beckman is one of 76,762 contracts attorneys indexed nationally. Browse contracts attorneys in Iowa →
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Lawrence J. Beckman is one of 128,014 probate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse probate attorneys in Iowa →
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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Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.
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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 Council Bluffs 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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