Atty. Terry J. Abernathy
Terry J. Abernathy is a lawyer practicing insurance defense, civil litigation.
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Terry J. Abernathy is a Partner based in Cedar Rapids, Iowa, practicing at Pickens, Barnes & Abernathy. They have 54+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1972. Their practice focuses on litigation and insurance. Admitted to practice in Tennessee (1972), Iowa (1973), and U.S. District Court, Northern and Southern Districts of Iowa (1973). Educated at University of Iowa (J.D., 1973) and Coe College (B.A., 1970). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Linn County (President, 1996-1997), Iowa State (Member, Litigation Section) and American Bar Associations. Serands clients in Cedar Rapids, IA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- Terry J. Abernathy is a lawyer practicing insurance defense, civil litigation
- Terry received a B.A. degree from Coe College in 1970, and has been licensed for 54 years
- Terry practices at Pickens, Barnes & Abernathy in Cedar Rapids, IA
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Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
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Insurance attorneys for coverage disputes, bad faith claims, denied claims, and policy disputes.
Terry J. Abernathy is one of 121,912 insurance attorneys indexed nationally. Browse insurance attorneys in Iowa →
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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 Cedar Rapids 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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