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Atty. Lawrence Paul McLellan

Atty. Lawrence Paul McLellan

Lawrence Paul McLellan is a lawyer practicing mediation, commercial litigation, environmental law and 4 other areas of law. Lawrence received a B.A. degree from Drake University in 1979, and has been licensed for 43 years.

West Des Moines West Des Moines 43 yrs experience 43 year
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Profile Summary

About Lawrence Paul McLellan at a glance

Lawrence Paul McLellan is a personal injury, employment, business, litigation, and environmental attorney based in West Des Moines, Iowa. They have 43+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1983. Admitted to practice in Iowa U.S. District Court, Northern District of Iowa U.S. District Court, Southern District of Iowa U (1983). Educated at Drake University (J.D., 1983) and Drake University (B.A., 1979). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Polk County, Iowa State and American Bar Associations American Trial Lawyers Association Iowa Trial Lawyers Association Defense Research Institute. Serands clients in West Des Moines, IA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Lawrence Paul McLellan is a lawyer practicing mediation, commercial litigation, environmental law and 4 other areas of law
  • Lawrence received a B.A. degree from Drake University in 1979, and has been licensed for 43 years
  • Lawrence practices in West Des Moines, IA

Practice Areas Explained

Lawrence Paul McLellan's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Lawrence Paul McLellan handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

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.

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Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

Lawrence Paul McLellan is one of 169,120 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in Iowa →

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

Lawrence Paul McLellan is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Iowa →

Civil Litigation

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

Lawrence Paul McLellan is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Iowa →

Environmental Law

Environmental attorneys for regulatory compliance, contamination, land use, and natural resource law.

Lawrence Paul McLellan is one of 56,434 environmental attorneys indexed nationally. Browse environmental 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 West 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 Lawrence Paul McLellan

Where is Lawrence Paul McLellan's law office located?
Lawrence Paul McLellan's law practice is located in West Des Moines, Iowa. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Lawrence Paul McLellan handle?
Lawrence Paul McLellan focuses on personal injury, employment, business, litigation, environmental. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Iowa.
How long has Lawrence Paul McLellan practiced law?
Lawrence Paul McLellan has 43+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1983.
Where did Lawrence Paul McLellan go to law school?
Lawrence Paul McLellan earned their education at (J.D., 1983); (B.A., 1979).
How can I contact Lawrence Paul McLellan for a consultation?
You can contact Lawrence Paul McLellan 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 Lawrence Paul McLellan received?
Lawrence Paul McLellan's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Drake University
- 1983
B.A.
Drake University
- 1979

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Iowa U.S. District Court, Northern District of Iowa U.S. District Court, Southern District of Iowa U
Admitted: 1983

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