Atty. Max C. Burkey

Atty. Max C. Burkey

Max C. Burkey is a lawyer practicing workers compensation, motorcycle and car accidents, social security claims.

Des Moines Des Moines 50 Years Experience 50 year
Call (515) 561-5173

Profile Summary

About Max C. Burkey at a glance

Max C. Burkey is an Attorney based in Des Moines, Iowa, practicing at Elverson Vasey Attorneys at Law. They have 50+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1976. Their practice focuses on car accidents, workers comp, ssd, and securities. Admitted to practice in Iowa (1976). Educated at Drake University (J.D., 1976) and University of Northern Iowa (B.A., 1973). Serves clients in Des Moines, IA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Max C. Burkey is a lawyer practicing workers compensation, motorcycle and car accidents, social security claims
  • Max received a B.A. degree from University of Northern Iowa in 1973, and has been licensed for 50 years
  • Max practices at Elverson Vasey Attorneys at Law in Des Moines, IA

Practice Areas Explained

Max C. Burkey's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Max C. Burkey 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.

Max C. Burkey is one of 32,842 car accidents attorneys indexed nationally. Browse car accidents 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.

Max C. Burkey is one of 49,806 workers comp attorneys indexed nationally. Browse workers comp attorneys in Iowa →

Social Security Disability

SSDI and SSI attorneys for disability claims, denied benefits, and Social Security appeals.

Max C. Burkey is one of 24,024 ssd attorneys indexed nationally. Browse ssd attorneys in Iowa →

Securities Law

Max C. Burkey is one of 58,852 securities attorneys indexed nationally. Browse securities 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 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.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Max C. Burkey

Where is Max C. Burkey's law office located?
Max C. Burkey's law practice is located in Des Moines, Iowa. The firm is Elverson Vasey Attorneys at Law. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Max C. Burkey handle?
Max C. Burkey focuses on car accidents, workers comp, ssd, securities. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Iowa.
How long has Max C. Burkey practiced law?
Max C. Burkey has 50+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1976.
Where did Max C. Burkey go to law school?
Max C. Burkey earned their education at (J.D., 1976); (B.A., 1973).
How can I contact Max C. Burkey for a consultation?
You can contact Max C. Burkey 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.

Education

J.D.
Drake University
- 1976
B.A.
University of Northern Iowa
- 1973

Bar Admissions

Iowa
Admitted: 1976

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