Atty. Thomas Lawrence Spellman

Atty. Thomas Lawrence Spellman

Thomas Lawrence Spellman is a lawyer practicing personal injury law, products liability law, legal malpractice and 3 other areas of law. Thomas received a B.A. degree from Drake University in 1981, and has been licensed for 41 years.

Des Moines Des Moines 41 yrs experience 41 year
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About Thomas Lawrence Spellman at a glance

Thomas Lawrence Spellman is an Attorney based in Des Moines, Iowa, practicing at Spellman, Spellman, Spellman, Spellman, Kealhofer & Spellman. They have 41+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1985. Their practice focuses on medical malpractice, personal injury, workers comp, and product liability. Admitted to practice in Iowa (1985). Educated at Thomas M. Cooley Law School (J.D., 1984) and Drake University (B.A., 1981). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Iowa State Bar Association. Serands clients in Des Moines, IA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Thomas Lawrence Spellman is a lawyer practicing personal injury law, products liability law, legal malpractice and 3 other areas of law
  • Thomas received a B.A. degree from Drake University in 1981, and has been licensed for 41 years
  • Thomas practices at Spellman, Spellman, Spellman, Spellman, Kealhofer & Spellman in Des Moines, IA and 1 other location

Practice Areas Explained

Thomas Lawrence Spellman's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Thomas Lawrence Spellman handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Medical Malpractice

Medical malpractice lawyers represent patients harmed by negligent doctors, hospitals, and other providers. Free case review, no fee unless you win.

Thomas Lawrence Spellman is one of 49,086 medical malpractice attorneys indexed nationally. Browse medical malpractice attorneys in Iowa →

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.

Thomas Lawrence Spellman is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Iowa →

Workers Compensation

Workers compensation lawyers help injured workers get medical care, lost wages, and disability benefits. Free consult, no fee unless you win.

Thomas Lawrence Spellman is one of 55,389 workers comp attorneys indexed nationally. Browse workers comp attorneys in Iowa →

Product Liability

Thomas Lawrence Spellman is one of 66,193 product liability attorneys indexed nationally. Browse product liability 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 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 Thomas Lawrence Spellman

Where is Thomas Lawrence Spellman's law office located?
Thomas Lawrence Spellman's law practice is located in Des Moines, Iowa. The firm is Spellman, Spellman, Spellman, Spellman, Kealhofer & Spellman. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Thomas Lawrence Spellman handle?
Thomas Lawrence Spellman focuses on medical malpractice, personal injury, workers comp, product liability. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Iowa.
How long has Thomas Lawrence Spellman practiced law?
Thomas Lawrence Spellman has 41+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1985.
Where did Thomas Lawrence Spellman go to law school?
Thomas Lawrence Spellman earned their education at (J.D., 1984); (B.A., 1981).
How can I contact Thomas Lawrence Spellman for a consultation?
You can contact Thomas Lawrence Spellman 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 Thomas Lawrence Spellman received?
Thomas Lawrence Spellman's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Thomas M. Cooley Law School
- 1984
B.A.
Drake University
- 1981

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Iowa
Admitted: 1985

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