Atty. Thomas W. Polking

Atty. Thomas W. Polking

Thomas W. Polking is a lawyer practicing trial litigation, real estate, probate and 2 other areas of law.

Jefferson Jefferson 54 yrs experience 54 year
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About Thomas W. Polking at a glance

Thomas W. Polking is a Partner based in Jefferson, Iowa, practicing at Wilcox, Polking, Gerken, Schwarzkopf, Copeland & Williams, P.C.. They have 54+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1972. Their practice focuses on probate, estate planning, real estate, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Iowa (1972), U.S. Tax Court (1977), and U.S. Court of Appeals, Eighth Circuit and U.S. Supreme Court U.S. District Court, Northern District (1981). Educated at Creighton University (J.D., 1972) and Iowa State University (B.S., 1969). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Greene County and Iowa State (Chairman, Committee on Alternative Dispute Resolution, 1987—) Bar Associations Association of Trial Lawyers of Iowa The Association of Trial Lawyers of America. Serands clients in Jefferson, IA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Thomas W. Polking is a lawyer practicing trial litigation, real estate, probate and 2 other areas of law
  • Thomas received a B.S. degree from Iowa State University in 1969, and has been licensed for 54 years
  • Thomas practices at Wilcox, Polking, Gerken, Schwarzkopf, Copeland & Williams, P.C. in Jefferson, IA

Practice Areas Explained

Thomas W. Polking's Areas of Practice

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

Probate

Thomas W. Polking is one of 128,014 probate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse probate attorneys in Iowa →

Estate Planning & Probate

An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.

Thomas W. Polking is one of 226,537 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in Iowa →

Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

Thomas W. Polking is one of 316,149 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in Iowa →

Civil Litigation

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

Thomas W. Polking is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation 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 Jefferson 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 W. Polking

Where is Thomas W. Polking's law office located?
Thomas W. Polking's law practice is located in Jefferson, Iowa. The firm is Wilcox, Polking, Gerken, Schwarzkopf, Copeland & Williams, P.C.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Thomas W. Polking handle?
Thomas W. Polking focuses on probate, estate planning, real estate, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Iowa.
How long has Thomas W. Polking practiced law?
Thomas W. Polking has 54+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1972.
Where did Thomas W. Polking go to law school?
Thomas W. Polking earned their education at (J.D., 1972); (B.S., 1969).
How can I contact Thomas W. Polking for a consultation?
You can contact Thomas W. Polking 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 W. Polking received?
Thomas W. Polking's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
Creighton University
- 1972
B.S.
Iowa State University
- 1969

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Iowa
Admitted: 1972
U.S. Tax Court
Admitted: 1977
U.S. Court of Appeals, Eighth Circuit and U.S. Supreme Court U.S. District Court, Northern District
Admitted: 1981

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