Atty. Patrick John O'Connell
Patrick John O'Connell is a lawyer practicing business & commercial litigation, employment litigation, private and public school law and 7 other areas of law. Patrick received a B.A. degree from Luther College in 1992, and has been licensed for 31 years.
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Patrick John O'Connell is a Shareholder based in Cedar Rapids, Iowa, practicing at Lynch Dallas, P.C.. They have 31+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1995. Their practice focuses on criminal defense, family law, employment, business, and workers comp. Admitted to practice in Iowa (1995), U.S. District Court, Northern District of Iowa (1999), and U.S. District Court, Southern District of Iowa (1999). Educated at University of Iowa (J.D., 1995) and Luther College (B.A., 1992). Recognitions include Peer Reviewed. Active member of Linn County and Iowa State Bar Association. Serves clients in Cedar Rapids, IA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- Patrick John O'Connell is a lawyer practicing business & commercial litigation, employment litigation, private and public school law and 7 other areas of law
- Patrick received a B.A. degree from Luther College in 1992, and has been licensed for 31 years
- Patrick practices at Lynch Dallas, P.C. in Cedar Rapids, IA
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Patrick John O'Connell's Areas of Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Patrick John O'Connell handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.
A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.
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Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.
Patrick John O'Connell is one of 167,063 family law attorneys indexed nationally. Browse family law attorneys in Iowa →
Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.
Patrick John O'Connell is one of 151,622 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in Iowa →
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
Patrick John O'Connell is one of 452,854 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Iowa →
Workers compensation lawyers help injured workers get medical care, lost wages, and disability benefits. Free consult, no fee unless you win.
Patrick John O'Connell is one of 49,806 workers comp attorneys indexed nationally. Browse workers comp attorneys in Iowa →
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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 Cedar Rapids 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.
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