Atty. Steven M. Colloton

Atty. Steven M. Colloton

Steven M. Colloton is a lawyer practicing commercial litigation, appellate practice.

Des Moines Des Moines 38 yrs experience 38 year
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Profile Summary

About Steven M. Colloton at a glance

Steven M. Colloton is a Ct. of App. J. based in Des Moines, Iowa. They have 38+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1988. Their practice focuses on business, litigation, and appellate. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1988), District of Columbia U.S. Court of Appeals, First, Eighth and Federal Circuits (1990), Iowa (1994), and U.S. District Court, Northern District of Iowa and Eastern and Western Districts of Arkansas (1995). Educated at Yale Law School (J.D., 1988) and Princeton University (A.B., 1985). Serands clients in Des Moines, IA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Steven M. Colloton is a lawyer practicing commercial litigation, appellate practice
  • Steven M. received a A.B. degree from Princeton University in 1985, and has been licensed for 38 years
  • Steven M. practices in Des Moines, IA

Practice Areas Explained

Steven M. Colloton's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Steven M. Colloton handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Business & Corporate Law

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

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Civil Litigation

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Appellate Practice

Appellate attorneys for civil and criminal appeals at state and federal court.

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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 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 Steven M. Colloton

Where is Steven M. Colloton's law office located?
Steven M. Colloton's law practice is located in Des Moines, Iowa. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Steven M. Colloton handle?
Steven M. Colloton focuses on business, litigation, appellate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Iowa.
How long has Steven M. Colloton practiced law?
Steven M. Colloton has 38+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1988.
Where did Steven M. Colloton go to law school?
Steven M. Colloton earned their education at (J.D., 1988); (A.B., 1985).
How can I contact Steven M. Colloton for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Yale Law School
- 1988
A.B.
Princeton University
- 1985

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1988
District of Columbia U.S. Court of Appeals, First, Eighth and Federal Circuits
Admitted: 1990
Iowa
Admitted: 1994
U.S. District Court, Northern District of Iowa and Eastern and Western Districts of Arkansas
Admitted: 1995
U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 1996
U.S. District Court, Southern District of Iowa, U.S. Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit
Admitted: 1999

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