Atty. Michael John Dayton

Atty. Michael John Dayton

Michael John Dayton is a lawyer practicing business, finance, & real estate and 11 other areas of law. Michael received a B.S. degree from University of Iowa in 2001, and has been licensed for 20 years.

Des Moines Des Moines 20 yrs experience 20 year
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About Michael John Dayton at a glance

Michael John Dayton is a Shareholder based in Des Moines, Iowa, practicing at Nyemaster Goode, P.C.. They have 20+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2006. Their practice focuses on business, real estate, m&a, securities, and internet. Admitted to practice in Iowa (2006). Educated at University of Iowa (J.D. Psychology, 2006) and University of Iowa (B.S. Psychology, 2001). Serands clients in Des Moines, IA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Michael John Dayton is a lawyer practicing business, finance, & real estate and 11 other areas of law
  • Michael received a B.S. degree from University of Iowa in 2001, and has been licensed for 20 years
  • Michael practices at Nyemaster Goode, P.C. in Des Moines, IA

Practice Areas Explained

Michael John Dayton's Areas of Practice

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

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

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Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

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Mergers & Acquisitions

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Securities Law

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Internet & Cyber Law

Internet and cyber lawyers for data breaches, online defamation, privacy law, and cybersecurity matters.

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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 John Dayton

Where is Michael John Dayton's law office located?
Michael John Dayton'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 John Dayton handle?
Michael John Dayton focuses on business, real estate, m&a, securities, internet. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Iowa.
How long has Michael John Dayton practiced law?
Michael John Dayton has 20+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2006.
Where did Michael John Dayton go to law school?
Michael John Dayton earned their education at (J.D. Psychology, 2006); (B.S. Psychology, 2001).
How can I contact Michael John Dayton for a consultation?
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Education

J.D. Psychology
University of Iowa
- 2006
B.S. Psychology
University of Iowa
- 2001

Bar Admissions

Iowa
Admitted: 2006

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