Atty. Melvin O. Shaw
Melvin graduated from the University of Iowa College of Law in 2004 and he earned an M.A. from the University of Iowa in 1997. Melvin earned a bachelor’s degree in political science from the University of Missouri – Columbia.
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Melvin O. Shaw is a Member based in Coralville, Iowa, practicing at The Law Office of Melvin O. Shaw, P.L.C.. They have 20+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2006. Their practice focuses on formation, residential, wills, contracts, and trusts. Admitted to practice in Iowa (2006). Educated at University of Iowa College of Law (J.D., 2004) and University of Iowa (M.A. University, 1997). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Coralville, IA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- Melvin graduated from the University of Iowa College of Law in 2004 and he earned an M.A. from the University of Iowa in 1997
- Melvin earned a bachelor’s degree in political science from the University of Missouri – Columbia
- Melvin is a member of the Iowa State Bar Association (Probate, Real Estate, Business Law, and Family Law committees)
- He is a member of the ISBA Business Law Section Council
- Melvin is also President of the Johnson County Bar Association (2017-2018) and served as its Vice President (2016-2017), Treasurer (2015-2014), and Secretary (2013-2104)
- He serves on the Johnson County Bar Association Title Standards and Continuing Legal Education committees
- Melvin has presented for National Business Institute (NBI) on the topics of probate administration and limited liability companies (2014, 2011, 2010, 2009, 2008, 2007, and 2006)
- Melvin is a Steward, Bethel A.M.E
- Church, Iowa City, Iowa, and has held various roles at the church since 2002
- He is President, Board of Trustees, The Housing Fellowship (2018-2019), Vice President and Treasurer (2017-2018) and has been a trustee of THF since 2013
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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 Coralville 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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