Atty. Mark Stephen Pennington

Atty. Mark Stephen Pennington

Mark Stephen Pennington is a lawyer practicing personal injury, wrongful death, medical malpractice and 2 other areas of law. Mark received a B.A. degree from University of Iowa in 1972, and has been licensed for 51 years.

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Profile Summary

About Mark Stephen Pennington at a glance

Mark Stephen Pennington is an Attorney based in Des Moines, Iowa, practicing at Kutmus, Pennington & Hook, P.C.. They have 51+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1975. Their practice focuses on car accidents, medical malpractice, wrongful death, personal injury, and workers comp. Admitted to practice in Iowa (1975), U.S. District Court, Northern District of Iowa (1979), U.S. District Court, Southern District of Iowa (1979), and U.S. Court of Appeals, Eighth Circuit (1981). Educated at University of Iowa (J.D., 1975) and University of Iowa (B.A., 1972). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Polk County, Iowa State and American Bar Associations Iowa Trial Lawyers Association Association of Trial Lawyers of America. Serands clients in Des Moines, IA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Mark Stephen Pennington is a lawyer practicing personal injury, wrongful death, medical malpractice and 2 other areas of law
  • Mark received a B.A. degree from University of Iowa in 1972, and has been licensed for 51 years
  • Mark practices at Kutmus, Pennington & Hook, P.C. in Des Moines, IA

Practice Areas Explained

Mark Stephen Pennington's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Mark Stephen Pennington 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.

Mark Stephen Pennington is one of 36,807 car accidents attorneys indexed nationally. Browse car accidents attorneys in Iowa →

Medical Malpractice

Medical malpractice lawyers represent patients harmed by negligent doctors, hospitals, and other providers. Free case review, no fee unless you win.

Mark Stephen Pennington is one of 49,086 medical malpractice attorneys indexed nationally. Browse medical malpractice attorneys in Iowa →

Wrongful Death

Mark Stephen Pennington 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 Stephen Pennington is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Iowa →

Workers Compensation

Workers compensation lawyers help injured workers get medical care, lost wages, and disability benefits. Free consult, no fee unless you win.

Mark Stephen Pennington is one of 55,389 workers comp attorneys indexed nationally. Browse workers comp 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 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 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 Stephen Pennington

Where is Mark Stephen Pennington's law office located?
Mark Stephen Pennington's law practice is located in Des Moines, Iowa. The firm is Kutmus, Pennington & Hook, P.C.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Mark Stephen Pennington handle?
Mark Stephen Pennington focuses on car accidents, medical malpractice, wrongful death, personal injury, workers comp. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Iowa.
How long has Mark Stephen Pennington practiced law?
Mark Stephen Pennington has 51+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1975.
Where did Mark Stephen Pennington go to law school?
Mark Stephen Pennington earned their education at (J.D., 1975); (B.A., 1972).
How can I contact Mark Stephen Pennington for a consultation?
You can contact Mark Stephen Pennington 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 Stephen Pennington received?
Mark Stephen Pennington's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Iowa
- 1975
B.A.
University of Iowa
- 1972

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Iowa
Admitted: 1975
U.S. District Court, Northern District of Iowa
Admitted: 1979
U.S. District Court, Southern District of Iowa
Admitted: 1979
U.S. Court of Appeals, Eighth Circuit
Admitted: 1981
California
Admitted: 1986

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