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State: Iowa
Acquired: 2006
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Posted by Doug | November 18, 2025 | Hired Attorney
Mr. Shaw was fantastic. My situation was complicated with lots of moving parts and Mr. Shaw took the time and listened to all my concerns. Then he came back with a game plan that worked perfectly and gave me all the protections I had hoped for. I will definitely continue to use Mr. Shaw for all m...
Posted by Vanessa | November 14, 2025 | Hired Attorney
Melvin and his team are excellent. They are easy to work with, very thorough and accommodating. Explained everything in detail and even gave us additional tips. Would highly recommend.
Posted by Lucy | August 11, 2025 | Consulted Attorney
Mr. Shaw is extremely helpful, no matter what the circumstances. I would highly recommend him.
Posted by Greg | May 12, 2025 | Hired Attorney
Melvin assisted me with settling my mother's estate. He was very attentive to my needs, and he made sure that all my questions were not only answered, but that I also had an understanding of the next steps and processes that were going to occur. Melvin and his staff are very personable, and it was ...
Posted by anonymous | March 30, 2025 | Hired Attorney
Great experience. No need to say more. That's more than adequate. Not necessary to repeat myself just because you want more typed characters.
"I recently had the opportunity to work with Melvin on a case; his insights and knowledge were very valuable. Additionally, he is a very engaging and approachable person. I look forward to working with him again."
Personal injury lawyer
2009
Distinguished Black Alumni Award, University of Iowa College of Law
2004 - 2004
Legal Intern, U.S. Attorneys Office Cedar Rapids
2004 - 2004
Intern, University of Iowa Office of the General Counsel
1998 - 2002
Writer and Public Relations Practitioner, University of Iowa Office of Public Relations
2014 - Present
Systems Unlimited, Inc.Board Member
2014 - Present
Charter Review Commission, City of Iowa City, IowaMember
2012 - Present
The Housing FellowshipBoard of Trustees
2006 - Present
American Bar AssociationMember
2006 - Present
Iowa State Bar AssociationMember Sections Business, Probate & Real Estate
2001 - Present
Bethel A.M.E. ChurchSteward
2017 - 2018
Johnson County Bar AssociationPresident
2016 - 2017
Johnson County Bar AssociationVice President
2015 - 2016
Johnson County Bar AssociationTreasurer
2013 - 2014
Johnson County Bar AssociationSecretary
2004
JD - Juris Doctor
1997
MA - Masters
1994
BA - Bachelor of Arts
2014
Probate
2011
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2007
Probate
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