Atty. William Werner Schwarz

Atty. William Werner Schwarz

William Werner Schwarz is a lawyer practicing workers' compensation. William received a B.S. degree from University of North Dakota, University of Iowa and Drake University in 1971, and has been licensed for 47 years.

West Des Moines West Des Moines 47 yrs experience 47 year
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Profile Summary

About William Werner Schwarz at a glance

William Werner Schwarz is a Member based in West Des Moines, Iowa, practicing at Gaudineer, Comito & George, L.L.P.. They have 47+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1979. Their practice focuses on workers comp. Admitted to practice in Iowa (1979), U.S. District Court, Northern and Southern Districts of Iowa and U.S. Court of Appeals, Eighth Circu (1979), and U.S. Supreme Court (1982). Educated at Drake University (J.D., 1979) and University of North Dakota, University of Iowa and Drake University (B.S., 1971). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Polk County, Iowa State (Member, Workers Compensation Section) and American Bar Associations Iowa Defense Counsel Association Defense Research Institute Iowa Association of Workers Compensation Lawyers. Serands clients in West Des Moines, IA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • William Werner Schwarz is a lawyer practicing workers' compensation
  • William received a B.S. degree from University of North Dakota, University of Iowa and Drake University in 1971, and has been licensed for 47 years
  • William practices at Gaudineer, Comito & George, L.L.P. in West Des Moines, IA

Practice Areas Explained

William Werner Schwarz's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases William Werner Schwarz handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Workers Compensation

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

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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 West 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 William Werner Schwarz

Where is William Werner Schwarz's law office located?
William Werner Schwarz's law practice is located in West Des Moines, Iowa. The firm is Gaudineer, Comito & George, L.L.P.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does William Werner Schwarz handle?
William Werner Schwarz focuses on workers comp. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Iowa.
How long has William Werner Schwarz practiced law?
William Werner Schwarz has 47+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1979.
Where did William Werner Schwarz go to law school?
William Werner Schwarz earned their education at (J.D., 1979); (B.S., 1971).
How can I contact William Werner Schwarz for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has William Werner Schwarz received?
William Werner Schwarz's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Practice Areas

Education

J.D.
Drake University
- 1979
B.S.
University of North Dakota, University of Iowa and Drake University
- 1971

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Iowa
Admitted: 1979
U.S. District Court, Northern and Southern Districts of Iowa and U.S. Court of Appeals, Eighth Circu
Admitted: 1979
U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 1982

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