Atty. Merrill C. Swartz
Merrill C. Swartz is a lawyer practicing civil litigation, insurance defense, insurance and 6 other areas of law.
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About Merrill C. Swartz at a glance
Merrill C. Swartz is a divorce, personal injury, criminal defense, family law, and business attorney based in Marshalltown, Iowa. They have 31+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1995. Admitted to practice in Iowa (1995). Educated at University of Iowa (J.D., 1995) and Morningside College (B.A., 1992). Recognitions include CV Notable. Serands clients in Marshalltown, IA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About
- Merrill C. Swartz is a lawyer practicing civil litigation, insurance defense, insurance and 6 other areas of law
- Merrill received a B.A. degree from Morningside College in 1992, and has been licensed for 31 years
- Merrill practices in Marshalltown, IA
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Merrill C. Swartz's Areas of Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Merrill C. Swartz handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.
A divorce attorney guides you through property division, spousal support, custody, and the final decree — contested or uncontested.
Merrill C. Swartz is one of 50,487 divorce attorneys indexed nationally. Browse divorce attorneys in Iowa →
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.
Merrill C. Swartz is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Iowa →
A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.
Merrill C. Swartz is one of 214,270 criminal defense attorneys indexed nationally. Browse criminal defense attorneys in Iowa →
Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.
Merrill C. Swartz is one of 187,066 family law attorneys indexed nationally. Browse family law attorneys in Iowa →
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
Merrill C. Swartz is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business 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 Marshalltown 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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