Atty. Matthew E. Laughlin
Matthew E. Laughlin is a lawyer practicing agricultural law, business, creditor/debtor and 7 other areas of law.
Agricultural Law & More Attorney · Serving Des Moines, IA · 30+ Years Experience
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About Matthew E. Laughlin at a Glance
Matthew E. Laughlin is a Senior Shareholder based in Des Moines, Iowa, practicing at Davis, Brown, Koehn, Shors & Roberts, P.C.. They have 30+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1996. Their practice focuses on business, real estate, bankruptcy, creditor rights, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Iowa (1996) and Nebraska (1996). Educated at Simpson College (University, 1992). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Memberships •American Bar Association •Iowa State Bar Association •Nebraska State Bar Association •Polk County Bar Association. Serves clients in Des Moines, IA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Matthew E. Laughlin
- Matthew E. Laughlin is a lawyer practicing agricultural law, business, creditor/debtor and 7 other areas of law
- Matthew received a degree from Simpson College in 1992, and has been licensed for 30 years
- Matthew practices at Davis, Brown, Koehn, Shors & Roberts, P.C. in Des Moines, IA
Practice Areas Explained
Matthew E. Laughlin's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Matthew E. Laughlin handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Des Moines.
Business & Corporate Law in Des Moines
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
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Real Estate Law in Des Moines
Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.
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Bankruptcy & Debt in Des Moines
A bankruptcy attorney can help you eliminate debt, stop creditor harassment, and protect your home through Chapter 7 or Chapter 13.
Matthew E. Laughlin is one of 104,458 bankruptcy attorneys indexed nationally. Browse bankruptcy attorneys in Iowa →
Creditor Rights & Collections in Des Moines
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Civil Litigation in Des Moines
Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
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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 Matthew E. Laughlin
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 Matthew E. Laughlin's practice in the field of business, real estate, bankruptcy, creditor rights, and litigation.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Matthew E. Laughlin brings 30+ 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 and Nebraska, Matthew E. Laughlin can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering business, real estate, and bankruptcy, Matthew E. Laughlin 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 Matthew E. Laughlin 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 Matthew E. Laughlin Handles in Des Moines
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