Atty. Mark Jon Blaess
Mr. Mark Jon Blaess is a lawyer practicing criminal defense, business, creditor-debtor and 5 other areas of law.
Business & More Attorney · Serving Urbandale, IA · 31+ Years Experience
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About Mark Jon Blaess at a Glance
Mark Jon Blaess is a Member based in Urbandale, Iowa, practicing at Blaess Law Office. They have 31+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1995. Their practice focuses on trusts, probate, criminal defense, family law, and business. Admitted to practice in Texas (1995) and Iowa (2017). Educated at St. Mary's University of San Antonio (J.D., 1995) and University of Iowa (B.A., 1992). Serves clients in Urbandale, IA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Mark Jon Blaess
- Mr. Mark Jon Blaess is a lawyer practicing criminal defense, business, creditor-debtor and 5 other areas of law
- Mark received a B.A. degree from University of Iowa in 1992, and has been licensed for 31 years
- Mark practices at Blaess Law Office in Urbandale, IA
Practice Areas Explained
Mark Jon Blaess's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Mark Jon Blaess handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Urbandale.
Trusts in Urbandale
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Probate in Urbandale
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Criminal Defense in Urbandale
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Family Law in Urbandale
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Business & Corporate Law in Urbandale
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Urbandale
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 Urbandale 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 venue, 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.
Urbandale Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Urbandale-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Urbandale Choose Mark Jon Blaess
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Mark Jon Blaess's practice in the field of trusts, probate, criminal defense, family law, and business.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Mark Jon Blaess brings 31+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in Texas and Iowa, Mark Jon Blaess can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering trusts, probate, and criminal defense, Mark Jon Blaess can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Urbandale
A Urbandale-based practice means Mark Jon Blaess attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues Mark Jon Blaess Handles in Urbandale
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Mark Jon Blaess has experience with under Iowa law. If your situation involves one of these case categories, this attorney may be well positioned to help you understand your options.
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