Atty. Mark J. Schouten
Mark J. Schouten is a lawyer practicing criminal prosecution, personal injury, estate planning and 1 other area of law.
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Mark J. Schouten is a personal injury, criminal defense, estate planning, and real estate attorney based in Johnston, Iowa. They have 48+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1978. Admitted to practice in Iowa (1978). Educated at University of Iowa (J.D., 1978) and Iowa State University (B.A., 1974). Serands clients in Johnston, IA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- Mark J. Schouten is a lawyer practicing criminal prosecution, personal injury, estate planning and 1 other area of law
- Mark received a B.A. degree from Iowa State University in 1974, and has been licensed for 48 years
- Mark practices in Johnston, IA
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Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Mark J. Schouten handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.
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. Schouten is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Iowa →
A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.
Mark J. Schouten is one of 214,271 criminal defense attorneys indexed nationally. Browse criminal defense 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.
Mark J. Schouten is one of 226,537 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in Iowa →
Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.
Mark J. Schouten is one of 316,149 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate 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 Johnston 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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