Atty. Michael Collins Joyce

Atty. Michael Collins Joyce

Michael Collins Joyce is a lawyer practicing employee benefits, tax, estate planning, & employee benefits, higher education and title ix law. Michael received a B.A. degree from University of Notre Dame in 1991, and has been licensed for 21 years.

Des Moines Des Moines 21 yrs experience 21 year
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Profile Summary

About Michael Collins Joyce at a glance

Michael Collins Joyce is a Member based in Des Moines, Iowa, practicing at Nyemaster Goode, P.C.. They have 21+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2005. Their practice focuses on estate planning, employment, and education. Admitted to practice in Illinois (2005) and Iowa (2013). Educated at University of Iowa (J.D., 2005) and University of Notre Dame (B.A., 1991). Active member of Professional and Community Affiliations American Bar Association. Serands clients in Des Moines, IA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Michael Collins Joyce is a lawyer practicing employee benefits, tax, estate planning, & employee benefits, higher education and title ix law
  • Michael received a B.A. degree from University of Notre Dame in 1991, and has been licensed for 21 years
  • Michael practices at Nyemaster Goode, P.C. in Des Moines, IA

Practice Areas Explained

Michael Collins Joyce's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Michael Collins Joyce handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Estate Planning & Probate

An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.

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Employment Law

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

Michael Collins Joyce is one of 169,120 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in Iowa →

Education Law

Education attorneys for special education (IEP), school discipline, Title IX, and student rights.

Michael Collins Joyce is one of 24,079 education attorneys indexed nationally. Browse education 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 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 Michael Collins Joyce

Where is Michael Collins Joyce's law office located?
Michael Collins Joyce's law practice is located in Des Moines, Iowa. The firm is Nyemaster Goode, P.C.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Michael Collins Joyce handle?
Michael Collins Joyce focuses on estate planning, employment, education. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Iowa.
How long has Michael Collins Joyce practiced law?
Michael Collins Joyce has 21+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2005.
Where did Michael Collins Joyce go to law school?
Michael Collins Joyce earned their education at (J.D., 2005); (B.A., 1991).
How can I contact Michael Collins Joyce for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
University of Iowa
- 2005
B.A.
University of Notre Dame
- 1991

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 2005
Iowa
Admitted: 2013

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