Atty. Michael R. Reck
Michael R. Reck is a lawyer practicing infrastructure and development, administrative law, labor and employment and 4 other areas of law.
Administrative Law & More Attorney · Serving Des Moines, IA · 35+ Years Experience
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About Michael R. Reck at a Glance
Michael R. Reck is an Attorney based in Des Moines, Iowa, practicing at Belin McCormick, P.C.. They have 35+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1991. Their practice focuses on employment, litigation, government, and appellate. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1991) and Iowa U.S. District Court, Northern District of Iowa U.S. District Court, Southern District of Iowa U (1994). Educated at Harvard University Law School J.D. (—) and The University of Iowa B.A. with distinction The University of Iowa B.A. 1988 Hancher Finkbine Medallion The University of Iowa B.A. Phi Beta Kappa The University of Iowa B.A. Mortar Board Th (—). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Illinois State, Iowa State and American Bar Associations. Serves clients in Des Moines, IA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Michael R. Reck
- Michael R. Reck is a lawyer practicing infrastructure and development, administrative law, labor and employment and 4 other areas of law
- Michael received a B.A. degree from The University of Iowa, and has been licensed for 35 years
- Michael practices at Belin McCormick, P.C. in Des Moines, IA
Practice Areas Explained
Michael R. Reck's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Michael R. Reck handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Des Moines.
Employment Law in Des Moines
Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.
Michael R. Reck is one of 167,770 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in Iowa →
Civil Litigation in Des Moines
Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
Michael R. Reck is one of 450,751 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Iowa →
Government & Administrative Law in Des Moines
Attorneys for administrative law, agency hearings, government contracts, licensing, and public benefits.
Michael R. Reck is one of 131,162 government attorneys indexed nationally. Browse government attorneys in Iowa →
Appellate Practice in Des Moines
Appellate attorneys for civil and criminal appeals at state and federal court.
Michael R. Reck is one of 85,572 appellate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse appellate attorneys in Iowa →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Des Moines
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 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.
Des Moines Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Des Moines-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 Des Moines Choose Michael R. Reck
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 R. Reck's practice in the field of employment, litigation, government, and appellate.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Michael R. Reck brings 35+ 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 Illinois and Iowa U.S. District Court, Northern District of Iowa U.S. District Court, Southern District of Iowa U, Michael R. Reck can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering employment, litigation, and government, Michael R. Reck can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Des Moines
A Des Moines-based practice means Michael R. Reck attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues Michael R. Reck Handles in Des Moines
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