Atty. Patrick James Spellman

Atty. Patrick James Spellman

Patrick James Spellman is a lawyer practicing personal injury, litigation, workers compensation and 5 other areas of law. Patrick has been licensed for 52 years.

Des Moines Des Moines 52 yrs experience 52 year
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Profile Summary

About Patrick James Spellman at a glance

Patrick James Spellman is an Attorney based in Des Moines, Iowa, practicing at Spellman, Spellman, Spellman, Spellman, Kealhofer & Spellman. They have 52+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1974. Their practice focuses on wills, probate, medical malpractice, personal injury, and workers comp. Admitted to practice in Iowa (1974). Educated at Creighton University (J.D., 1973). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Des Moines, IA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Patrick James Spellman is a lawyer practicing personal injury, litigation, workers compensation and 5 other areas of law
  • Patrick has been licensed for 52 years
  • Patrick practices at Spellman, Spellman, Spellman, Spellman, Kealhofer & Spellman in Des Moines, IA and 1 other location

Practice Areas Explained

Patrick James Spellman's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Patrick James Spellman handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Wills

Patrick James Spellman is one of 34,541 wills attorneys indexed nationally. Browse wills attorneys in Iowa →

Probate

Patrick James Spellman is one of 128,014 probate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse probate attorneys in Iowa →

Medical Malpractice

Medical malpractice lawyers represent patients harmed by negligent doctors, hospitals, and other providers. Free case review, no fee unless you win.

Patrick James Spellman is one of 49,086 medical malpractice attorneys indexed nationally. Browse medical malpractice attorneys in Iowa →

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.

Patrick James Spellman 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.

Patrick James Spellman is one of 55,389 workers comp attorneys indexed nationally. Browse workers comp 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 Patrick James Spellman

Where is Patrick James Spellman's law office located?
Patrick James Spellman's law practice is located in Des Moines, Iowa. The firm is Spellman, Spellman, Spellman, Spellman, Kealhofer & Spellman. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Patrick James Spellman handle?
Patrick James Spellman focuses on wills, probate, medical malpractice, personal injury, workers comp. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Iowa.
How long has Patrick James Spellman practiced law?
Patrick James Spellman has 52+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1974.
Where did Patrick James Spellman go to law school?
Patrick James Spellman earned their education at (J.D., 1973).
How can I contact Patrick James Spellman for a consultation?
You can contact Patrick James Spellman 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 Patrick James Spellman received?
Patrick James Spellman's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Creighton University
- 1973

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Iowa
Admitted: 1974

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