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Atty. Miriam D. Van Heukelem

Atty. Miriam D. Van Heukelem

Miriam D. Van Heukelem is a lawyer practicing administrative law, alternative dispute resolution, education law and 3 other areas of law.

Des Moines Des Moines 17 yrs experience 17 year
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About Miriam D. Van Heukelem at a glance

Miriam D. Van Heukelem is a Member based in Des Moines, Iowa, practicing at Ahlers & Cooney, P.C.. They have 17+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2009. Their practice focuses on employment, litigation, education, government, and adr. Admitted to practice in Iowa (2009) and U.S. District Court, Northern and Southern Districts of Iowa and U.S. Court of Appeals, Eighth Circu (2009). Educated at Drake University (J.D., 2009) and The George Washington University (B.A., 2003). Active member of American, Polk County and Iowa Bar Associations. Serands clients in Des Moines, IA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Miriam D. Van Heukelem is a lawyer practicing administrative law, alternative dispute resolution, education law and 3 other areas of law
  • Miriam D. received a B.A. degree from The George Washington University in 2003, and has been licensed for 17 years
  • Miriam D. practices at Ahlers & Cooney, P.C. in Des Moines, IA

Practice Areas Explained

Miriam D. Van Heukelem's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Miriam D. Van Heukelem handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

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Civil Litigation

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

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Education Law

Education attorneys for special education (IEP), school discipline, Title IX, and student rights.

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Government & Administrative Law

Attorneys for administrative law, agency hearings, government contracts, licensing, and public benefits.

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Mediation & Arbitration

Mediators and arbitrators for civil, commercial, family, and employment dispute resolution.

Miriam D. Van Heukelem is one of 73,906 adr attorneys indexed nationally. Browse adr 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 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 Miriam D. Van Heukelem

Where is Miriam D. Van Heukelem's law office located?
Miriam D. Van Heukelem's law practice is located in Des Moines, Iowa. The firm is Ahlers & Cooney, P.C.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Miriam D. Van Heukelem handle?
Miriam D. Van Heukelem focuses on employment, litigation, education, government, adr. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Iowa.
How long has Miriam D. Van Heukelem practiced law?
Miriam D. Van Heukelem has 17+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2009.
Where did Miriam D. Van Heukelem go to law school?
Miriam D. Van Heukelem earned their education at (J.D., 2009); (B.A., 2003).
How can I contact Miriam D. Van Heukelem for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Drake University
- 2009
B.A.
The George Washington University
- 2003

Bar Admissions

Iowa
Admitted: 2009
U.S. District Court, Northern and Southern Districts of Iowa and U.S. Court of Appeals, Eighth Circu
Admitted: 2009

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