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Dennis M. McElwain
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Dennis M. McElwain

4.6
7 reviews

505 Fifth Street, Suite 530, P.O. Box 1194, Sioux City, IA 51101

Workers Compensation

About Dennis M. McElwain

Dennis M. McElwain is a partner with the firm. Dennis specializes in Workers' Compensation representation. Dennis joined the firm in 1983 following his graduation from the University of Iowa, School of Law, where he graduated with distinction. Dennis is admitted to practice in the state courts of Iowa and Nebraska, the United States District Courts for the Northern and Southern District of Iowa, and the United States Eighth Circuit Court of Appeals.

During his tenure with the firm, Dennis has served on the Iowa Workers' Compensation Core Group and the Iowa Workers' Compensation Advisory Committee. Dennis is a current member of the American Federation of Teachers, the Iowa Bar Association, the Woodbury County Bar Association, and the Iowa Trial Lawyers Association.

Dennis has presented to several different groups, including the University of Iowa, Labor Center, relating to Iowa Workers' Compensation and other employment topics.

Professional & Bar Association Memberships:

-Iowa Bar Association

-Woodbury County Bar Association

-Iowa Trial Lawyers Association

-Iowa Workers' Compensation Advisory Committee

-American Federation of Teachers, Local 716

 

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Areas of Law

  • Workers Compensation

Practice Details

  • Payment Information
    Payment & Cost Features
    Free initial consultation
  • Firm Information
    Position
    Partner
    Firm Name
    Smith & McElwain Law Offices
  • Additional Links
    https://www.smithandmcelwain.com/

Experience

  • Bar Admission & Memberships
    Admissions
    1983, Iowa
    1984, U.S. District Court, Northern District of Iowa
    1992, Nebraska
    U.S. District Court, Southern District of Iowa
    U.S. Court of Appeals, Eighth Circuit
  • Education & Certifications
    Law School
    University of Iowa
    Class of 1983
    J.D.
    Other Education
    University of Iowa
    Class of 1980
    B.G.S.
  • Personal Details & History
    Age
    Born in 1956
    Omaha, Nebraska, September 6, 1956

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Partner at Smith & McElwain Law Offices
4.6
7 reviews

Frances Building, 505 Fifth Street, Suite 530P.O. Box 1194Sioux City, IA 51101U.S.A.

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  • What year was this attorney first admitted to the bar?
    Dennis M. McElwain was admitted in 1983 to the State of Iowa.
  • Is this attorney admitted to the bar in more than one state?
    Yes, Dennis M. McElwain is admitted to practice in Iowa and Nebraska.
  • Is this attorney admitted to practice in any U.S. Federal Courts?
    Dennis M. McElwain is admitted to practice before the United States Court of Appeals for the Eighth Circuit, United States District Court for the Northern District of Iowa and United States District Court for the Southern District of Iowa.
  • Is this attorney Martindale-Hubbell Peer Review rated?
    Yes, Dennis M. McElwain has a 4.6 Peer Rating from Martindale-Hubbell.
  • How many attorneys are in this law firm?
    Smith & McElwain Law Offices has 3 attorneys at this location.

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