Atty. Mark McCormick
Mark McCormick is a lawyer practicing infrastructure and regulation, administrative law, litigation and 5 other areas of law. Mark received a A.B. degree from Villanova University in 1955, and has been licensed for 66 years.
Administrative Law & More Attorney · Serving Des Moines, IA · 66+ Years Experience
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About Mark McCormick at a Glance
Mark McCormick is a Shareholder based in Des Moines, Iowa, practicing at Belin McCormick, P.C.. They have 66+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1960. Their practice focuses on litigation, government, adr, and appellate. Admitted to practice in Iowa (1960), U.S. District Court, Northern District of Iowa (1961), and U.S. District Court, Southern District of Iowa U.S. Court of Appeals, Eighth Circuit U.S. Supreme Co (1961). Educated at Georgetown University (LL.B. University, 1960) and Villanova University (A.B., 1955). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serves clients in Des Moines, IA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Mark McCormick
- Mark McCormick is a lawyer practicing infrastructure and regulation, administrative law, litigation and 5 other areas of law
- Mark received a A.B. degree from Villanova University in 1955, and has been licensed for 66 years
- Mark practices at Belin McCormick, P.C. in Des Moines, IA
Practice Areas Explained
Mark McCormick's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Mark McCormick handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Des Moines.
Civil Litigation in Des Moines
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Government & Administrative Law in Des Moines
Attorneys for administrative law, agency hearings, government contracts, licensing, and public benefits.
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Mediation & Arbitration in Des Moines
Mediators and arbitrators for civil, commercial, family, and employment dispute resolution.
Mark McCormick is one of 73,315 adr attorneys indexed nationally. Browse adr attorneys in Iowa →
Appellate Practice in Des Moines
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Des Moines
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 Des Moines 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.
Des Moines Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Des Moines-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 Des Moines Choose Mark McCormick
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 McCormick's practice in the field of litigation, government, adr, and appellate.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Mark McCormick brings 66+ 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 Iowa, U.S. District Court, Northern District of Iowa, and U.S. District Court, Southern District of Iowa U.S. Court of Appeals, Eighth Circuit U.S. Supreme Co, Mark McCormick can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering litigation, government, and adr, Mark McCormick can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Des Moines
A Des Moines-based practice means Mark McCormick attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
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