Atty. Thomas Patrick Schlapkohl
Thomas Patrick Schlapkohl is a lawyer practicing family, litigation, personal injury. Thomas received a B.A. degree from Cornell College in 1973, and has been licensed for 45 years.
Family & More Attorney · Serving Urbandale, IA · 45+ Years Experience
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About Thomas Patrick Schlapkohl at a Glance
Thomas Patrick Schlapkohl is an Of Counsel based in Urbandale, Iowa. They have 45+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1981. Their practice focuses on personal injury, family law, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Iowa (1981), U.S. District Court, Southern District of Iowa (1981), and U.S. District Court, Northern District of Iowa (1981). Educated at Drake University (J.D., 1981) and Cornell College (B.A., 1973). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serves clients in Urbandale, IA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Thomas Patrick Schlapkohl
- Thomas Patrick Schlapkohl is a lawyer practicing family, litigation, personal injury
- Thomas received a B.A. degree from Cornell College in 1973, and has been licensed for 45 years
- Thomas practices in Urbandale, IA
Practice Areas Explained
Thomas Patrick Schlapkohl's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Thomas Patrick Schlapkohl handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Urbandale.
Personal Injury in Urbandale
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.
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Family Law in Urbandale
Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.
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Civil Litigation in Urbandale
Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Urbandale
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 Urbandale 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 venue, 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.
Urbandale Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Urbandale-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Urbandale Choose Thomas Patrick Schlapkohl
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Thomas Patrick Schlapkohl's practice in the field of personal injury, family law, and litigation.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Thomas Patrick Schlapkohl brings 45+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in Iowa, U.S. District Court, Southern District of Iowa, and U.S. District Court, Northern District of Iowa, Thomas Patrick Schlapkohl can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering personal injury, family law, and litigation, Thomas Patrick Schlapkohl can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Urbandale
A Urbandale-based practice means Thomas Patrick Schlapkohl attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues Thomas Patrick Schlapkohl Handles in Urbandale
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