Atty. R. Mark Cory
R. Mark Cory is a lawyer practicing civil rights, litigation, employment / labor and 5 other areas of law.
Civil Rights & More Attorney · Serving Des Moines, IA · 40+ Years Experience
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About R. Mark Cory at a Glance
R. Mark Cory is a Member based in Des Moines, Iowa, practicing at Ahlers & Cooney, P.C.. They have 40+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1986. Their practice focuses on employment, tax, securities, litigation, and civil rights. Admitted to practice in Iowa U.S. District Court, Northern District of Iowa U.S. District Court, Southern District of Iowa, (1986). Educated at Drake University (J.D., 1986) and University of Northern Iowa (B.A., 1982). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Polk County, Iowa State and American Bar Associations National Association of Bond Lawyers Iowa Municipal Attorneys Association. Serves clients in Des Moines, IA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About R. Mark Cory
- R. Mark Cory is a lawyer practicing civil rights, litigation, employment / labor and 5 other areas of law
- R. received a B.A. degree from University of Northern Iowa in 1982, and has been licensed for 40 years
- R. practices at Ahlers & Cooney, P.C. in Des Moines, IA
Practice Areas Explained
R. Mark Cory's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases R. Mark Cory handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Des Moines.
Employment Law in Des Moines
Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.
R. Mark Cory is one of 167,770 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in Iowa →
Tax Law in Des Moines
Tax attorneys handle IRS audits, tax debt, international tax, estate planning, and tax court litigation.
R. Mark Cory is one of 84,606 tax attorneys indexed nationally. Browse tax attorneys in Iowa →
Securities Law in Des Moines
R. Mark Cory is one of 64,075 securities attorneys indexed nationally. Browse securities attorneys in Iowa →
Civil Litigation in Des Moines
Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
R. Mark Cory is one of 450,750 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Iowa →
Civil Rights in Des Moines
Civil rights attorneys for discrimination, police misconduct, constitutional rights, and civil liberties cases.
R. Mark Cory is one of 69,634 civil rights attorneys indexed nationally. Browse civil rights attorneys in Iowa →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Des Moines
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 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.
Des Moines Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Des Moines-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 Des Moines Choose R. Mark Cory
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 R. Mark Cory's practice in the field of employment, tax, securities, litigation, and civil rights.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
R. Mark Cory brings 40+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering employment, tax, and securities, R. Mark Cory can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Des Moines
A Des Moines-based practice means R. Mark Cory attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues R. Mark Cory Handles in Des Moines
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters R. Mark Cory has experience with under Iowa law. If your situation involves one of these case categories, this attorney may be well positioned to help you understand your options.
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