Atty. Mark J. Rater

Atty. Mark J. Rater

Mark J. Rater is a lawyer practicing personal injury, dui/dwi, criminal law and 17 other areas of law.

Council Bluffs Council Bluffs 37 yrs experience 37 year
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Profile Summary

About Mark J. Rater at a glance

Mark J. Rater is an Attorney based in Council Bluffs, Iowa, practicing at Rater Law Firm. They have 37+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1989. Their practice focuses on car accidents, dui/dwi, probate, wrongful death, and personal injury. Admitted to practice in Iowa State (1989), Nebraska State (1989), Iowa Southern Federal (1994), and US Supreme Court (2001). Educated at Creighton University (J.D. Law, 1989) and University of Iowa (B.B.A., 1986). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Omaha, Pottawattamie County, Iowa State, Nebraska State and American Bar Associations Southwest Iowa Bar Association Iowa Family Law Association American Family Law Association. Serands clients in Council Bluffs, IA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Mark J. Rater is a lawyer practicing personal injury, dui/dwi, criminal law and 17 other areas of law
  • Mark received a B.B.A. degree from University of Iowa in 1986, and has been licensed for 37 years
  • Mark practices at Rater Law Firm in Council Bluffs, IA

Practice Areas Explained

Mark J. Rater's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Mark J. Rater handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Car Accidents

Hurt in a car crash? Car accident lawyers fight insurance companies for fair compensation — free consult, no fee unless you win.

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DUI / DWI Defense

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Mark J. Rater is one of 29,977 dui/dwi attorneys indexed nationally. Browse dui/dwi attorneys in Iowa →

Probate

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Wrongful Death

Mark J. Rater is one of 31,253 wrongful death attorneys indexed nationally. Browse wrongful death attorneys in Iowa →

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.

Mark J. Rater is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury 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 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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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Mark J. Rater

Where is Mark J. Rater's law office located?
Mark J. Rater's law practice is located in Council Bluffs, Iowa. The firm is Rater Law Firm. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Mark J. Rater handle?
Mark J. Rater focuses on car accidents, dui/dwi, probate, wrongful death, personal injury. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Iowa.
How long has Mark J. Rater practiced law?
Mark J. Rater has 37+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1989.
Where did Mark J. Rater go to law school?
Mark J. Rater earned their education at (J.D. Law, 1989); (B.B.A., 1986).
How can I contact Mark J. Rater for a consultation?
You can contact Mark J. Rater 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 Mark J. Rater received?
Mark J. Rater's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D. Law
Creighton University
- 1989
B.B.A.
University of Iowa
- 1986

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Iowa State
Admitted: 1989
Nebraska State
Admitted: 1989
Iowa Southern Federal
Admitted: 1994
US Supreme Court
Admitted: 2001
Nebraska Federal
Admitted: 2011

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