Atty. Phillip Frederick Van Liew

Atty. Phillip Frederick Van Liew

Phillip Frederick Van Liew is a lawyer practicing criminal defense, family. Phillip has been licensed for 13 years.

Des Moines Des Moines 13 yrs experience 13 year
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About Phillip Frederick Van Liew at a glance

Phillip Frederick Van Liew is a criminal defense and family law attorney based in Des Moines, Iowa. They have 13+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2013. Admitted to practice in Iowa (2013). Educated at University of Iowa College of Law (JD, 2013). Serands clients in Des Moines, IA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Phillip Frederick Van Liew is a lawyer practicing criminal defense, family
  • Phillip has been licensed for 13 years
  • Phillip practices in Des Moines, IA

Practice Areas Explained

Phillip Frederick Van Liew's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Phillip Frederick Van Liew handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Criminal Defense

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

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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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Where is Phillip Frederick Van Liew's law office located?
Phillip Frederick Van Liew's law practice is located in Des Moines, Iowa. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Phillip Frederick Van Liew handle?
Phillip Frederick Van Liew focuses on criminal defense, family law. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Iowa.
How long has Phillip Frederick Van Liew practiced law?
Phillip Frederick Van Liew has 13+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2013.
Where did Phillip Frederick Van Liew go to law school?
Phillip Frederick Van Liew earned their education at (JD, 2013).
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Education

JD
University of Iowa College of Law
- 2013

Bar Admissions

Iowa
Admitted: 2013

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