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State: Iowa
Acquired: 2006
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Posted by Trevor | April 07, 2014
Great Lawyer, very helpful
We have used Mr Shaw for 2 different real estate transactions, and he has been great to work with on both. He also looked over my wife's contract when she graduated and joined a practice. He has always kept us up to date on where we are at in the process, and is very helpful with telling us what we...
Posted by Jane | January 18, 2013
Helpful response to my telephone call
I found positive information about Mr. Shaw on this website and called him with a question. I don't need to hire an attorney yet. I can comment only on this telephone conversation, and that's why I have rated him only in the two categories I experienced: his knowledge and his responsiveness to my ...
Posted by anonymous | July 06, 2010
Young, knowledgeable, and enthusiastic attorney
If you're looking for a young, knowledgeable, and enthusiastic attorney, Melvin Shaw is the perfect fit for you. He goes far beyond his job expectations to protect you. He is honest and fair. Additionally, he is very easy to communicate with clients and other lawyers. He has a very nice, enjoyabl...
Posted by anonymous | July 25, 2018 | Hired Attorney
Caring and Thorough
Melvin was very thorough and conveyed a caring attitude when working with me. He was able to meet with me the same week that I called.
Posted by anonymous | August 03, 2021 | Hired Attorney
poor drafting
Received a draft of our will—it was just boiler plate language and anything personalized to make it look customized was poorly done with many mistakes, then he wanted the rest pf the money up front, we asked for a revised draft but he would not produce a revised draft without the full payment. Who ...
"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
2009
2009
2008
2007
Probate
English
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