Atty. Randall Jay Shanks

Atty. Randall Jay Shanks

Randall Jay Shanks is a lawyer practicing personal injury, elder law, insurance and 7 other areas of law. Randall received a B.A. degree from Midland Lutheran College in 1981, and has been licensed for 42 years.

Council Bluffs Council Bluffs 42 yrs experience 42 year
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Profile Summary

About Randall Jay Shanks at a glance

Randall Jay Shanks is an Attorney based in Council Bluffs, Iowa, practicing at Shanks Law Firm. They have 42+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1984. Their practice focuses on car accidents, medical malpractice, wrongful death, personal injury, and workers comp. Admitted to practice in Iowa (1984) and Nebraska (1984). Educated at Creighton University (J.D., 1984) and Midland Lutheran College (B.A. Southwestern, 1981). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Pottawattamie County, Iowa State, Nebraska State and American Bar Associations The Association of Trial Lawyers of Iowa. Serands clients in Council Bluffs, IA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Randall Jay Shanks is a lawyer practicing personal injury, elder law, insurance and 7 other areas of law
  • Randall received a B.A. degree from Midland Lutheran College in 1981, and has been licensed for 42 years
  • Randall practices at Shanks Law Firm in Council Bluffs, IA

Practice Areas Explained

Randall Jay Shanks's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Randall Jay Shanks handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Car Accidents

Hurt in a car crash? Car accident lawyers fight insurance companies for fair compensation — free consult, no fee unless you win.

Randall Jay Shanks is one of 36,807 car accidents attorneys indexed nationally. Browse car accidents attorneys in Iowa →

Medical Malpractice

Medical malpractice lawyers represent patients harmed by negligent doctors, hospitals, and other providers. Free case review, no fee unless you win.

Randall Jay Shanks is one of 49,086 medical malpractice attorneys indexed nationally. Browse medical malpractice attorneys in Iowa →

Wrongful Death

Randall Jay Shanks is one of 31,253 wrongful death attorneys indexed nationally. Browse wrongful death attorneys in Iowa →

Personal Injury

Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.

Randall Jay Shanks is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Iowa →

Workers Compensation

Workers compensation lawyers help injured workers get medical care, lost wages, and disability benefits. Free consult, no fee unless you win.

Randall Jay Shanks is one of 55,389 workers comp attorneys indexed nationally. Browse workers comp attorneys in Iowa →

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 Council Bluffs 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 Randall Jay Shanks

Where is Randall Jay Shanks's law office located?
Randall Jay Shanks's law practice is located in Council Bluffs, Iowa. The firm is Shanks Law Firm. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Randall Jay Shanks handle?
Randall Jay Shanks focuses on car accidents, medical malpractice, wrongful death, personal injury, workers comp. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Iowa.
How long has Randall Jay Shanks practiced law?
Randall Jay Shanks has 42+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1984.
Where did Randall Jay Shanks go to law school?
Randall Jay Shanks earned their education at (J.D., 1984); (B.A. Southwestern, 1981).
How can I contact Randall Jay Shanks for a consultation?
You can contact Randall Jay Shanks directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has Randall Jay Shanks received?
Randall Jay Shanks's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Creighton University
- 1984
B.A. Southwestern
Midland Lutheran College
- 1981

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Iowa
Admitted: 1984
Nebraska
Admitted: 1984

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