Atty. Michael Joseph Motto

Atty. Michael Joseph Motto

Michael Joseph Motto is a lawyer practicing personal injury, workers compensation, trial practice. Michael Joseph received a B.A. degree from St.

Davenport Davenport 44 yrs experience 44 year
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About Michael Joseph Motto at a glance

Michael Joseph Motto is an Attorney based in Davenport, Iowa, practicing at Bush, Motto, Creen, Koury & Halligan, P.L.C.. They have 44+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1982. Their practice focuses on personal injury, workers comp, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Iowa (1982), U.S. District Court, Southern District of Iowa (1984), U.S. District Court, Northern District of Iowa, U.S. District Court, Central District of Illinois an (1985), and U.S. Supreme Court (1990). Educated at Gonzaga University (J.D., 1982) and St. Ambrose College (B.A., 1978). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Scott County and Iowa State Bar Associations Iowa Trial Lawyers Association The Association of Trial Lawyers of America. Serands clients in Davenport, IA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Michael Joseph Motto is a lawyer practicing personal injury, workers compensation, trial practice
  • Michael Joseph received a B.A. degree from St. Ambrose College in 1978, and has been licensed for 44 years
  • Michael Joseph practices at Bush, Motto, Creen, Koury & Halligan, P.L.C. in Davenport, IA

Practice Areas Explained

Michael Joseph Motto's Areas of Practice

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

Personal Injury

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.

Michael Joseph Motto is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Iowa →

Workers Compensation

Workers compensation lawyers help injured workers get medical care, lost wages, and disability benefits. Free consult, no fee unless you win.

Michael Joseph Motto is one of 55,389 workers comp attorneys indexed nationally. Browse workers comp attorneys in Iowa →

Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

Michael Joseph Motto is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation 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 Davenport 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 Joseph Motto

Where is Michael Joseph Motto's law office located?
Michael Joseph Motto's law practice is located in Davenport, Iowa. The firm is Bush, Motto, Creen, Koury & Halligan, P.L.C.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Michael Joseph Motto handle?
Michael Joseph Motto focuses on personal injury, workers comp, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Iowa.
How long has Michael Joseph Motto practiced law?
Michael Joseph Motto has 44+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1982.
Where did Michael Joseph Motto go to law school?
Michael Joseph Motto earned their education at (J.D., 1982); (B.A., 1978).
How can I contact Michael Joseph Motto for a consultation?
You can contact Michael Joseph Motto directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has Michael Joseph Motto received?
Michael Joseph Motto's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
Gonzaga University
- 1982
B.A.
St. Ambrose College
- 1978

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Iowa
Admitted: 1982
U.S. District Court, Southern District of Iowa
Admitted: 1984
U.S. District Court, Northern District of Iowa, U.S. District Court, Central District of Illinois an
Admitted: 1985
U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 1990
U.S. Court of Appeals, Seventh Circuit
Admitted: 1994

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