Atty. Susan M. Hess
Susan M. Hess is a lawyer practicing civil rights, general practice, civil litigation and 1 other area of law.
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Susan M. Hess is a Member based in Dubuque, Iowa, practicing at Hammer Law Firm. They have 20+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2006. Their practice focuses on family law, litigation, and civil rights. Admitted to practice in Iowa (2006) and Illinois (2008). Educated at University of Iowa (J.D., 2005) and Loras College (B.A., 2002). Serands clients in Dubuque, IA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- Susan M. Hess is a lawyer practicing civil rights, general practice, civil litigation and 1 other area of law
- Susan received a B.A. degree from Loras College in 2002, and has been licensed for 20 years
- Susan practices at Hammer Law Firm in Dubuque, IA
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Susan M. Hess's Areas of Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Susan M. Hess handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.
Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.
Susan M. Hess is one of 187,066 family law attorneys indexed nationally. Browse family law attorneys in Iowa →
Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
Susan M. Hess is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Iowa →
Civil rights attorneys for discrimination, police misconduct, constitutional rights, and civil liberties cases.
Susan M. Hess 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 Dubuque 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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