Atty. Philip Jay Bertenthal
Philip Jay Bertenthal is a lawyer practicing landlord and tenant law, administrative law, class actions and 2 other areas of law. Philip received a B.A. degree from Grinnell College in 1968, and has been licensed for 53 years.
Administrative Law & More Attorney · Serving Davenport, IA · 53+ Years Experience
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About Philip Jay Bertenthal at a Glance
Philip Jay Bertenthal is a ssd, class action, government, health care, and landlord/tenant attorney based in Davenport, Iowa. They have 53+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1973. Admitted to practice in New York (1973), Washington (1975), and California (1983). Educated at New York University (J.D., 1972) and Grinnell College (B.A., 1968). Serves clients in Davenport, IA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Philip Jay Bertenthal
- Philip Jay Bertenthal is a lawyer practicing landlord and tenant law, administrative law, class actions and 2 other areas of law
- Philip received a B.A. degree from Grinnell College in 1968, and has been licensed for 53 years
- Philip practices in Davenport, IA
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Philip Jay Bertenthal's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Philip Jay Bertenthal handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Davenport.
Social Security Disability in Davenport
SSDI and SSI attorneys for disability claims, denied benefits, and Social Security appeals.
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Class Action in Davenport
Philip Jay Bertenthal is one of 26,226 class action attorneys indexed nationally. Browse class action attorneys in Iowa →
Government & Administrative Law in Davenport
Attorneys for administrative law, agency hearings, government contracts, licensing, and public benefits.
Philip Jay Bertenthal is one of 131,162 government attorneys indexed nationally. Browse government attorneys in Iowa →
Health Care Law in Davenport
Health care attorneys for HIPAA, Medicare, Medicaid, regulatory compliance, and medical licensing matters.
Philip Jay Bertenthal is one of 66,157 health care attorneys indexed nationally. Browse health care attorneys in Iowa →
Landlord & Tenant in Davenport
Landlord-tenant attorneys for evictions, lease disputes, security deposits, and habitability claims.
Philip Jay Bertenthal is one of 22,207 landlord/tenant attorneys indexed nationally. Browse landlord/tenant attorneys in Iowa →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Davenport
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 Davenport 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.
Davenport Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Davenport-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Davenport Choose Philip Jay Bertenthal
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Philip Jay Bertenthal's practice in the field of ssd, class action, government, health care, and landlord/tenant.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Philip Jay Bertenthal brings 53+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in New York, Washington, and California, Philip Jay Bertenthal can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering ssd, class action, and government, Philip Jay Bertenthal can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Davenport
A Davenport-based practice means Philip Jay Bertenthal attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
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