Atty. Matthew David Hammes

Atty. Matthew David Hammes

Matthew David Hammes is a lawyer practicing civil litigation, employment law, insurance coverage and 8 other areas of law. Matthew received a B.S. degree from University of Nebraska at Lincoln in 1994, and has been licensed for 28 years.

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About Matthew David Hammes at a glance

Matthew David Hammes is a Member based in Council Bluffs, Iowa, practicing at Locher Pavelka Dostal Braddy & Hammes, LLC. They have 28+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1998. Their practice focuses on personal injury, employment, real estate, workers comp, and product liability. Admitted to practice in Nebraska (1998), U.S. District Court, District of Nebraska (1998), Iowa (1999), and U.S. District Court, Northern District of Iowa (2002). Educated at University of Nebraska at Lincoln (J.D. Finance, 1998) and University of Nebraska at Lincoln (B.S. Finance, 1994). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Pottawattamie County Bar Association Omaha Bar Association Nebraska State Bar Association Iowa State Bar Association Defense Research Institute Nebraska Association of Trial Attorneys Nebraska Defense Counsel Association. Serands clients in Council Bluffs, IA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Matthew David Hammes is a lawyer practicing civil litigation, employment law, insurance coverage and 8 other areas of law
  • Matthew received a B.S. degree from University of Nebraska at Lincoln in 1994, and has been licensed for 28 years
  • Matthew practices at Locher Pavelka Dostal Braddy & Hammes, LLC in Council Bluffs, IA and 1 other location

Practice Areas Explained

Matthew David Hammes's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Matthew David Hammes handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

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.

Matthew David Hammes is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Iowa →

Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

Matthew David Hammes is one of 169,120 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in Iowa →

Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

Matthew David Hammes is one of 316,149 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate 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.

Matthew David Hammes is one of 55,389 workers comp attorneys indexed nationally. Browse workers comp attorneys in Iowa →

Product Liability

Matthew David Hammes is one of 66,193 product liability attorneys indexed nationally. Browse product liability 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 Matthew David Hammes

Where is Matthew David Hammes's law office located?
Matthew David Hammes's law practice is located in Council Bluffs, Iowa. The firm is Locher Pavelka Dostal Braddy & Hammes, LLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Matthew David Hammes handle?
Matthew David Hammes focuses on personal injury, employment, real estate, workers comp, product liability. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Iowa.
How long has Matthew David Hammes practiced law?
Matthew David Hammes has 28+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1998.
Where did Matthew David Hammes go to law school?
Matthew David Hammes earned their education at (J.D. Finance, 1998); (B.S. Finance, 1994).
How can I contact Matthew David Hammes for a consultation?
You can contact Matthew David Hammes 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 Matthew David Hammes received?
Matthew David Hammes's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D. Finance
University of Nebraska at Lincoln
- 1998
B.S. Finance
University of Nebraska at Lincoln
- 1994

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Nebraska
Admitted: 1998
U.S. District Court, District of Nebraska
Admitted: 1998
Iowa
Admitted: 1999
U.S. District Court, Northern District of Iowa
Admitted: 2002
U.S. District Court, Southern District of Iowa
Admitted: 2002

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