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Atty. Lee Earl Wilmarth

Atty. Lee Earl Wilmarth

Lee Earl Wilmarth is a lawyer practicing taxation, probate, real estate and 4 other areas of law. Lee received a B.B.A. degree from University of Iowa in 1977, and has been licensed for 46 years.

Decorah Decorah 46 yrs experience 46 year
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About Lee Earl Wilmarth at a glance

Lee Earl Wilmarth is an Attorney based in Decorah, Iowa, practicing at Anderson, Wilmarth, Van Der Maaten, Belay & Fretheim Law Firm. They have 46+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1980. Their practice focuses on probate, estate planning, business, real estate, and tax. Admitted to practice in Iowa (1980), U.S. District Court, Northern and Southern Districts of Iowa (1980), U.S. Tax Court (1981), and Minnesota U.S. Court of Appeals, Eighth Circuit (1988). Educated at University of Iowa (J.D., 1980) and University of Iowa (B.B.A., 1977). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Winneshiek County, Iowa State (Tax Section Council Member, 1991-1994) and American Bar Associations. Serands clients in Decorah, IA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Lee Earl Wilmarth is a lawyer practicing taxation, probate, real estate and 4 other areas of law
  • Lee received a B.B.A. degree from University of Iowa in 1977, and has been licensed for 46 years
  • Lee practices at Anderson, Wilmarth, Van Der Maaten, Belay & Fretheim Law Firm in Decorah, IA and 1 other location

Practice Areas Explained

Lee Earl Wilmarth's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Lee Earl Wilmarth handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

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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Business & Corporate Law

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

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Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

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Tax Law

Tax attorneys handle IRS audits, tax debt, international tax, estate planning, and tax court litigation.

Lee Earl Wilmarth is one of 85,302 tax attorneys indexed nationally. Browse tax 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 Decorah 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 Lee Earl Wilmarth

Where is Lee Earl Wilmarth's law office located?
Lee Earl Wilmarth's law practice is located in Decorah, Iowa. The firm is Anderson, Wilmarth, Van Der Maaten, Belay & Fretheim Law Firm. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Lee Earl Wilmarth handle?
Lee Earl Wilmarth focuses on probate, estate planning, business, real estate, tax. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Iowa.
How long has Lee Earl Wilmarth practiced law?
Lee Earl Wilmarth has 46+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1980.
Where did Lee Earl Wilmarth go to law school?
Lee Earl Wilmarth earned their education at (J.D., 1980); (B.B.A., 1977).
How can I contact Lee Earl Wilmarth for a consultation?
You can contact Lee Earl Wilmarth 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 Lee Earl Wilmarth received?
Lee Earl Wilmarth's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Iowa
- 1980
B.B.A.
University of Iowa
- 1977

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Iowa
Admitted: 1980
U.S. District Court, Northern and Southern Districts of Iowa
Admitted: 1980
U.S. Tax Court
Admitted: 1981
Minnesota U.S. Court of Appeals, Eighth Circuit
Admitted: 1988

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