Atty. Stephen J. Petosa

Atty. Stephen J. Petosa

Assistant Attorney General, Iowa, 1968-1970.

Clive Clive 58 yrs experience 58 year
Call (515) 985-2223 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About Stephen J. Petosa at a glance

Stephen J. Petosa is a Managing Partner based in Clive, Iowa, practicing at Petosa Law LLP. They have 58+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1968. Their practice focuses on trusts, probate, and real estate. Admitted to practice in Iowa (1968), U.S. District Court, Southern and Northern Districts of Iowa (1968), and U.S. Supreme Court and U.S. Court of Appeals, Eighth Circuit (1972). Educated at University of Iowa (J.D., 1968). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Clive, IA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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Assistant Attorney General, Iowa, 1968-1970

Practice Areas Explained

Stephen J. Petosa's Areas of Practice

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

Trusts

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Probate

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Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

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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 Clive 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 Stephen J. Petosa

Where is Stephen J. Petosa's law office located?
Stephen J. Petosa's law practice is located in Clive, Iowa. The firm is Petosa Law LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Stephen J. Petosa handle?
Stephen J. Petosa focuses on trusts, probate, real estate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Iowa.
How long has Stephen J. Petosa practiced law?
Stephen J. Petosa has 58+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1968.
Where did Stephen J. Petosa go to law school?
Stephen J. Petosa earned their education at (J.D., 1968).
How can I contact Stephen J. Petosa for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Stephen J. Petosa received?
Stephen J. Petosa's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Iowa
- 1968

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Iowa
Admitted: 1968
U.S. District Court, Southern and Northern Districts of Iowa
Admitted: 1968
U.S. Supreme Court and U.S. Court of Appeals, Eighth Circuit
Admitted: 1972

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