Atty. Thad J. Collins

Atty. Thad J. Collins

Thad J. Collins is a lawyer practicing civil litigation, mediation, personal injury and 4 other areas of law.

Cedar Rapids Cedar Rapids 36 yrs experience 36 year
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Profile Summary

About Thad J. Collins at a glance

Thad J. Collins is an U.S. Bkrptcy. J. based in Cedar Rapids, Iowa. They have 36+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1990. Their practice focuses on personal injury, employment, litigation, civil rights, and insurance. Admitted to practice in Minnesota (1990), U.S. Court of Appeals, Eighth Circuit (1994), Iowa (1998), and U.S. District Court, Northern and Southern Districts of Iowa (1998). Educated at University of Iowa (J.D., 1990) and Macalester College (B.A., 1986). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of President, 2006-2007, Linn County, Iowa State and American Bar Associations Dean Mason Ladd Inn of Court. Serands clients in Cedar Rapids, IA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Thad J. Collins is a lawyer practicing civil litigation, mediation, personal injury and 4 other areas of law
  • Thad J. received a B.A. degree from Macalester College in 1986, and has been licensed for 36 years
  • Thad J. practices in Cedar Rapids, IA

Practice Areas Explained

Thad J. Collins's Areas of Practice

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

Personal Injury

Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.

Thad J. Collins is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Iowa →

Employment Law

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

Thad J. Collins is one of 169,120 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in Iowa →

Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

Thad J. Collins is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Iowa →

Civil Rights

Civil rights attorneys for discrimination, police misconduct, constitutional rights, and civil liberties cases.

Thad J. Collins is one of 70,245 civil rights attorneys indexed nationally. Browse civil rights attorneys in Iowa →

Insurance Law

Insurance attorneys for coverage disputes, bad faith claims, denied claims, and policy disputes.

Thad J. Collins is one of 121,912 insurance attorneys indexed nationally. Browse insurance 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 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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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Thad J. Collins

Where is Thad J. Collins's law office located?
Thad J. Collins's law practice is located in Cedar Rapids, Iowa. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Thad J. Collins handle?
Thad J. Collins focuses on personal injury, employment, litigation, civil rights, insurance. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Iowa.
How long has Thad J. Collins practiced law?
Thad J. Collins has 36+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1990.
Where did Thad J. Collins go to law school?
Thad J. Collins earned their education at (J.D., 1990); (B.A., 1986).
How can I contact Thad J. Collins for a consultation?
You can contact Thad J. Collins 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 Thad J. Collins received?
Thad J. Collins's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
University of Iowa
- 1990
B.A.
Macalester College
- 1986

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Minnesota
Admitted: 1990
U.S. Court of Appeals, Eighth Circuit
Admitted: 1994
Iowa
Admitted: 1998
U.S. District Court, Northern and Southern Districts of Iowa
Admitted: 1998

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