Atty. Robert James Pierson

Atty. Robert James Pierson

Robert James Pierson is a lawyer practicing workers compensation, personal injury, criminal defense and 4 other areas of law. Robert received a degree from Wayne State College in 1970, and has been licensed for 44 years.

Sioux City Sioux City 44 yrs experience 44 year
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Profile Summary

About Robert James Pierson at a glance

Robert James Pierson is an Attorney based in Sioux City, Iowa, practicing at Furlong and Pierson Law Offices, P.C.. They have 44+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1982. Their practice focuses on personal injury, criminal defense, employment, workers comp, and civil rights. Admitted to practice in Iowa (1982), Nebraska (1983), and U.S. District Court, Northern District of Iowa (1990). Educated at University of Nebraska at Lincoln (J.D., 1982) and Wayne State College (B.A.E., 1970). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Iowa State (Council Member, Workers' Compensation Section, 1995—) and Nebraska State Bar Associations. Serands clients in Sioux City, IA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Robert James Pierson is a lawyer practicing workers compensation, personal injury, criminal defense and 4 other areas of law
  • Robert received a degree from Wayne State College in 1970, and has been licensed for 44 years
  • Robert practices at Furlong and Pierson Law Offices, P.C. in Sioux City, IA

Practice Areas Explained

Robert James Pierson's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Robert James Pierson handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

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.

Robert James Pierson is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Iowa →

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.

Robert James Pierson is one of 214,271 criminal defense attorneys indexed nationally. Browse criminal defense attorneys in Iowa →

Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

Robert James Pierson is one of 169,120 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment 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.

Robert James Pierson is one of 55,389 workers comp attorneys indexed nationally. Browse workers comp attorneys in Iowa →

Civil Rights

Civil rights attorneys for discrimination, police misconduct, constitutional rights, and civil liberties cases.

Robert James Pierson is one of 70,245 civil rights attorneys indexed nationally. Browse civil rights 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 Sioux City 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 Robert James Pierson

Where is Robert James Pierson's law office located?
Robert James Pierson's law practice is located in Sioux City, Iowa. The firm is Furlong and Pierson Law Offices, P.C.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Robert James Pierson handle?
Robert James Pierson focuses on personal injury, criminal defense, employment, workers comp, civil rights. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Iowa.
How long has Robert James Pierson practiced law?
Robert James Pierson has 44+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1982.
Where did Robert James Pierson go to law school?
Robert James Pierson earned their education at (J.D., 1982); (B.A.E., 1970).
How can I contact Robert James Pierson for a consultation?
You can contact Robert James Pierson 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 Robert James Pierson received?
Robert James Pierson's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
University of Nebraska at Lincoln
- 1982
B.A.E.
Wayne State College
- 1970

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Iowa
Admitted: 1982
Nebraska
Admitted: 1983
U.S. District Court, Northern District of Iowa
Admitted: 1990

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