Atty. Stephen Douglas Marso

Atty. Stephen Douglas Marso

Stephen Douglas Marso is a lawyer practicing alt. dispute resolution, appellate practice, agricultural law and 7 other areas of law. Stephen received a B.A. degree from Hope College, Holland, MI in 1996, and has been licensed for 27 years.

Des Moines Des Moines 27 Years Experience 27 year
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Profile Summary

About Stephen Douglas Marso at a glance

Stephen Douglas Marso is an Attorney based in Des Moines, Iowa, practicing at Whitfield & Eddy Law. They have 27+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1999. Their practice focuses on contracts, employment, business, construction, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Iowa U.S. District Court - Central District of Illinois U.S. Court of Appeals - Eighth Circuit U.S. (1999) and Nebraska U.S. District Court - Southern District of Iowa U.S. Supreme Court (2006). Educated at University of Iowa College of Law (J.D., 1999) and Hope College, Holland, MI (B.A., 1996). Recognitions include Peer Reviewed. Serves clients in Des Moines, IA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Stephen Douglas Marso is a lawyer practicing alt. dispute resolution, appellate practice, agricultural law and 7 other areas of law
  • Stephen received a B.A. degree from Hope College, Holland, MI in 1996, and has been licensed for 27 years
  • Stephen practices at Whitfield & Eddy Law in Des Moines, IA

Practice Areas Explained

Stephen Douglas Marso's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Stephen Douglas Marso handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Contracts

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Employment Law

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

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Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

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Construction Law

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Civil Litigation

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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 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.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Stephen Douglas Marso

Where is Stephen Douglas Marso's law office located?
Stephen Douglas Marso's law practice is located in Des Moines, Iowa. The firm is Whitfield & Eddy Law. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Stephen Douglas Marso handle?
Stephen Douglas Marso focuses on contracts, employment, business, construction, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Iowa.
How long has Stephen Douglas Marso practiced law?
Stephen Douglas Marso has 27+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1999.
Where did Stephen Douglas Marso go to law school?
Stephen Douglas Marso earned their education at (J.D., 1999); (B.A., 1996).
How can I contact Stephen Douglas Marso for a consultation?
You can contact Stephen Douglas Marso 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 Stephen Douglas Marso received?
Stephen Douglas Marso's notable recognition includes: Peer Reviewed.

Education

J.D.
University of Iowa College of Law
- 1999
B.A.
Hope College, Holland, MI
- 1996

Awards

Peer Reviewed

Bar Admissions

Iowa U.S. District Court - Central District of Illinois U.S. Court of Appeals - Eighth Circuit U.S.
Admitted: 1999
Nebraska U.S. District Court - Southern District of Iowa U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 2006

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