Atty. Paul J. Leighton

Atty. Paul J. Leighton

Paul J. Leighton is a lawyer practicing corporate law, finance law, securities and 2 other areas of law.

Des Moines Des Moines 48 yrs experience 48 year
Call (515) 304-9922 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About Paul J. Leighton at a glance

Paul J. Leighton is a Mid American Energy based in Des Moines, Iowa. They have 48+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1978. Their practice focuses on business, m&a, and securities. Admitted to practice in Iowa (1978). Educated at University of Nebraska at Lincoln (J.D., 1978) and University of Nebraska at Lincoln (B.S. University, 1975). Serands clients in Des Moines, IA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Paul J. Leighton is a lawyer practicing corporate law, finance law, securities and 2 other areas of law
  • Paul received a B.S. degree from University of Nebraska at Lincoln in 1975, and has been licensed for 48 years
  • Paul practices in Des Moines, IA

Practice Areas Explained

Paul J. Leighton's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Paul J. Leighton handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

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Mergers & Acquisitions

Paul J. Leighton is one of 49,731 m&a attorneys indexed nationally. Browse m&a attorneys in Iowa →

Securities Law

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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 Paul J. Leighton

Where is Paul J. Leighton's law office located?
Paul J. Leighton's law practice is located in Des Moines, Iowa. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Paul J. Leighton handle?
Paul J. Leighton focuses on business, m&a, securities. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Iowa.
How long has Paul J. Leighton practiced law?
Paul J. Leighton has 48+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1978.
Where did Paul J. Leighton go to law school?
Paul J. Leighton earned their education at (J.D., 1978); (B.S. University, 1975).
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Education

J.D.
University of Nebraska at Lincoln
- 1978
B.S. University
University of Nebraska at Lincoln
- 1975

Bar Admissions

Iowa
Admitted: 1978

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