Atty. Michael W. Ellwanger

Atty. Michael W. Ellwanger

Order of the Coif. Member, Moot Court Board.

Sioux City Sioux City 51 yrs experience 51 year
Call (712) 317-8863 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About Michael W. Ellwanger at a glance

Michael W. Ellwanger is a Counsel based in Sioux City, Iowa, practicing at Rawlings, Ellwanger, Mohrhauser, Nelson & Roe L.L.P.. They have 51+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1975. Admitted to practice in Iowa (1975), Nebraska U.S. District Court, District of Nebraska, U.S. Co urt of Appeals, Eighth Circuit (1976), and U.S. District Court, Northern and Southern Districts of Iowa (1976). Educated at University of Iowa (J.D., 1975) and Morningside College (B.A., 1972). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Sioux City, IA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Order of the Coif
  • Member, Moot Court Board
  • President, Sioux City Lawyers Club, 1981
  • Member, Board of Editors, Iowa Defense Counsel "Defense Update," 1988—

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 Sioux City 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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Where is Michael W. Ellwanger's law office located?
Michael W. Ellwanger's law practice is located in Sioux City, Iowa. The firm is Rawlings, Ellwanger, Mohrhauser, Nelson & Roe L.L.P.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
How long has Michael W. Ellwanger practiced law?
Michael W. Ellwanger has 51+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1975.
Where did Michael W. Ellwanger go to law school?
Michael W. Ellwanger earned their education at (J.D., 1975); (B.A., 1972).
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What awards or recognition has Michael W. Ellwanger received?
Michael W. Ellwanger's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Iowa
- 1975
B.A.
Morningside College
- 1972

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Iowa
Admitted: 1975
Nebraska U.S. District Court, District of Nebraska, U.S. Co urt of Appeals, Eighth Circuit
Admitted: 1976
U.S. District Court, Northern and Southern Districts of Iowa
Admitted: 1976

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