Atty. Michael John Cunningham
Michael John Cunningham is a lawyer practicing business, estate planning, probate and 2 other areas of law. Michael received a B.A. degree from Creighton University in 1973, and has been licensed for 50 years.
Business & More Attorney · Serving Urbandale, IA · 50+ Years Experience
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About Michael John Cunningham at a Glance
Michael John Cunningham is a Member based in Urbandale, Iowa, practicing at Cunningham & Kelso, P.L.L.C.. They have 50+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1976. Their practice focuses on probate, estate planning, business, and real estate. Admitted to practice in Iowa (1976), Nebraska (1976), U.S. District Court, Southern District of Iowa and U.S. District Court, District of Nebraska (1976), and U.S. District Court, Northern District of Iowa (1978). Educated at Creighton University (J.D., 1976) and Creighton University (B.A., 1973). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Polk County, Iowa State and Nebraska State Bar Associations. Serves clients in Urbandale, IA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Michael John Cunningham
- Michael John Cunningham is a lawyer practicing business, estate planning, probate and 2 other areas of law
- Michael received a B.A. degree from Creighton University in 1973, and has been licensed for 50 years
- Michael practices at Cunningham & Kelso, P.L.L.C. in Urbandale, IA
Practice Areas Explained
Michael John Cunningham's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Michael John Cunningham handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Urbandale.
Probate in Urbandale
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Estate Planning & Probate in Urbandale
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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Business & Corporate Law in Urbandale
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
Michael John Cunningham is one of 497,491 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Iowa →
Real Estate Law in Urbandale
Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Urbandale
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 Urbandale 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.
Urbandale Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Urbandale-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 Urbandale Choose Michael John Cunningham
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 Michael John Cunningham's practice in the field of probate, estate planning, business, and real estate.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Michael John Cunningham brings 50+ 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, Nebraska, and U.S. District Court, Southern District of Iowa and U.S. District Court, District of Nebraska, Michael John Cunningham can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering probate, estate planning, and business, Michael John Cunningham can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Urbandale
A Urbandale-based practice means Michael John Cunningham attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
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Common Legal Issues Michael John Cunningham Handles in Urbandale
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