Atty. Leanne A. Gifford

Atty. Leanne A. Gifford

Leanne A. Gifford is a lawyer practicing employment law, trial practice, corporate law and 1 other area of law.

Cedar Rapids Cedar Rapids 28 yrs experience 28 year
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About Leanne A. Gifford at a glance

Leanne A. Gifford is a Member based in Cedar Rapids, Iowa, practicing at Scheldrup Blades Schrock Smith Aranza, P.C.. They have 28+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1998. Their practice focuses on employment, business, litigation, and appellate. Admitted to practice in Nebraska (1998), Iowa (1999), and U.S. Court of Appeals, Eighth Circuit and U.S. Tax Court (1999). Educated at Creighton University (J.D., 1998) and University of Nebraska at Lincoln (B.A., 1982). Active member of Omaha, Nebraska State, Iowa State and American Bar Associations. Serands clients in Cedar Rapids, IA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Leanne A. Gifford is a lawyer practicing employment law, trial practice, corporate law and 1 other area of law
  • Leanne received a B.A. degree from University of Nebraska at Lincoln in 1982, and has been licensed for 28 years
  • Leanne practices at Scheldrup Blades Schrock Smith Aranza, P.C. in Cedar Rapids, IA

Practice Areas Explained

Leanne A. Gifford's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Leanne A. Gifford handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Employment Law

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

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Business & Corporate Law

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

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Civil Litigation

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

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Appellate Practice

Appellate attorneys for civil and criminal appeals at state and federal court.

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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 Cedar Rapids 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 Leanne A. Gifford

Where is Leanne A. Gifford's law office located?
Leanne A. Gifford's law practice is located in Cedar Rapids, Iowa. The firm is Scheldrup Blades Schrock Smith Aranza, P.C.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Leanne A. Gifford handle?
Leanne A. Gifford focuses on employment, business, litigation, appellate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Iowa.
How long has Leanne A. Gifford practiced law?
Leanne A. Gifford has 28+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1998.
Where did Leanne A. Gifford go to law school?
Leanne A. Gifford earned their education at (J.D., 1998); (B.A., 1982).
How can I contact Leanne A. Gifford for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Creighton University
- 1998
B.A.
University of Nebraska at Lincoln
- 1982

Bar Admissions

Nebraska
Admitted: 1998
Iowa
Admitted: 1999
U.S. Court of Appeals, Eighth Circuit and U.S. Tax Court
Admitted: 1999

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