Comprehensive Legal Services
Providing full range of legal and business counseling services, our firm has a client base ranging from corporations to small businesses and individuals.
We hold a strong commitment to professional excellence and integrity. We have established long-lasting relationships with our clients by providing legal advice and dedicated service.
We value: professional excellence; the highest standards of integrity and ethics; a mutually-supportive and respectful work environment; exemplary services; partnership, cooperation, and mutual success.
Phelan Tucker Law's history dates back to 1906 when William Richard Hart graduated from the College of Law at The University of Iowa and started a law firm in downtown Iowa City. He was later joined by his son, W. R. Hart, Jr. In the 1950s, Louis Shulman, William Phelan, and William Tucker joined the practice and established Hart, Shulman, Phelan & Tucker. The firm expanded over the years, becoming known as Phelan, Tucker, Mullen, Walker, Tucker & Gelman, LLP, and moving to its current location on Market Street in 1984. Today, Phelan Tucker Law is comprised of about a dozen attorneys along with a dedicated team of paralegals, legal assistants, and others, who maintain the legacy of giving our clients the advantage they need to address their legal needs. Our clients are drawn to us for our reputation for thoughtful and comprehensive legal services across a wide range of practice areas. Our attorneys are qualified to assist you in the following areas of practice: • Adoption • Business Formation, Transactions and Contracts • Civil Litigation • Criminal Defense • Defense of Medical Malpractice Claims • Employment Law • Estate Planning, Trusts, and Probate • Family Law • Healthcare and Hospital Law • Insurance Claims • Medical Professional Licensure • Real Estate Development, Zoning, and Transactions • Tax Exempt Organizations • Tax Planning and Returns • Worker’s Compensation • Wrongful Injury
Business law attorneys at the law firm of Phelan Tucker Law LLP have decades of combined experience helping young businesses to start from a solid point. Peace of mind comes from knowing your business attorney has drafted comprehensive employee contracts, documents outlining employee relations, and other legal protections for your business. We also provide knowledgeable legal advice for established businesses, and experienced, effective litigation in the case of a legal dispute.
We provide a wide variety of services to all types of entities, such as partnerships, corporations, limited liability companies and sole proprietors. We work with our clients in the preparation of contracts, articles of incorporation, and bylaws. Allow us to support your entrepreneurship and protect your business. We look forward to hearing from you.
From the conception of a business idea to its success, our ongoing assistance to clients includes all areas of their business. Our Iowa business law attorneys can help you with initial decisions, such as which entity is best for your business. We also offer subsequent support, such as assistance in employee relations, real estate issues, negotiation, disputes, and litigation, and preparation of contracts and other business documents.
Types of Business Entities:
When you need to know more about the pros and cons of each business entity, we are here to help. There are extensive tax law implications, and bookkeeping and operations regulations pertaining to each business structure. Contact us today to speak with an experienced business law and litigation attorney in Iowa.
Phelan Tucker Law LLP – Criminal Defense Attorneys Protect the Rights of the Accused
Criminal defense attorneys at the law firm of Phelan Tucker Law LLP have decades of combined experience defending against and investigating criminal accusations and developing strong, effective strategies against prosecution.
Peace of mind comes from knowing your attorney has the legal know-how to litigate effectively, even against the toughest accusations. Our Iowa criminal defense lawyers offer legal advice from the moment you call our office. It is important to every criminal case that the accused person(s) do not act erroneously, or out of emotion. If you were recently accused of a crime in the Iowa City area, contact our law firm immediately for guidance. We look forward to hearing from you.
Whether you are accused of a felony offense or a misdemeanor, our Iowa City defense attorneys are ready to guide you through the legal process. Our attorneys need to review the situation under which you were arrested, evaluate the circumstances, collect key witness statements, video surveillance, and any mitigating evidence that will ultimately help your case. Our firm handles criminal defense cases including but not limited to the following:
Our experienced criminal defense lawyers in the Iowa City take pride in defending the rights of our clients. You have the right to feel confident in your legal representation – and we are here to provide this peace of mind. We put your best interests in mind, and construct a legal defense that strives for your best possible outcome.
Highly Experienced Family Law Attorneys in Iowa City at Phelan Tucker Law LLP
Growing as a family comes with big events and changes – marriage, adoption, divorce – and any or all of them may require sympathetic legal assistance. When you need a competent family attorney in the Iowa City area, the law firm of Phelan Tucker Law LLP is ready to assist. Our highly experienced family lawyers have the knowledge, compassion, and conviction that you need to get through any legal issue. We tailor our legal strategies to each client's individual needs. Call our family law firm today to discuss your situation — we’re here to listen.
Family law is composed of a variety of topics. You would commission the assistance of a family attorney for divorce, pre/post nuptial agreements, stepparent adoption, and many other family issues. Our attorneys are knowledgeable in the different types of family law and up to date on recent changes, statutes, or precedents. Our firm handles many different family law cases, including:
Our family law attorneys know that family legal issues are some of the most emotionally-taxing areas of law. When you need guidance, we are here to help. Contact us today to speak with an experienced family law and litigation attorney in Iowa.
Iowa City Real Estate Law Attorneys at Phelan Tucker Law LLP
The real estate attorneys at the law office of Phelan Tucker Law LLP have substantial experience in both commercial and residential real estate transactions. We are experienced and knowledgeable and committed to providing excellent attention to our clients before, during, and after real estate transactions. Whether buying or selling, often real estate deals are some of the biggest transactions that a person can make. We provide legal advice that enables our clients to make well-informed real estate decisions.
Our real estate lawyers provide comprehensive real estate services, and can efficiently guide you through the process of purchasing or selling residential real estate in Iowa City. Our services include, but are not limited to, the following:
Whether you are buying or selling real estate in Iowa, our real estate attorneys listen to what you want to achieve and protect your best interests throughout the real estate transaction.
Because each commercial real estate project is different, we cater our services to meet the individual needs of each client. Our commercial real estate attorneys can assist with the following:
Our firm helps you navigate through the entire commercial real estate transaction process, from the beginning to a successful closing.
Phelan Tucker Law LLP: Strong Representation in Insurance Litigation Cases
At Phelan Tucker Law LLP in Iowa City, we represent both clients in all types of insurance legal matters. This means we are able to cater our services to meet the needs of clients throughout the State of Iowa. Contact our experienced insurance defense attorneys at Phelan Tucker Mullen Walker Tucker & Gelman to learn how we can help.
Iowa City insurance attorneys at Phelan Tucker Mullen Walker Tucker Gelman offer a variety of insurance defense matters, including but not limited to the following:
From our office in Iowa City, we provide agressive insurance claims representation. this means we stay up to date on the ever-evolving insurance laws, so we can be effective litigators and negotiators on behalf of our clients. Contact insurance claims attorneys at Phelan Tucker Law LLP to learn more. We offer contingent fees.
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