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State: Iowa
Acquired: 2006
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1303 5th Street, Suite 104, Coralville, IA, 52241
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Posted by Lily | August 18, 2026 | Hired Attorney
I was pleasantly surprised with the whole process
I wanted to prepare my Living Will and didn't know how to start. I found Melvin's office and what I thought was going to be a complicated process, Melvin made it super easy. He answered all of my questions and reflected my last wishes perfectly. Very pleased with the whole process He and his te...
Posted by Timothy | August 16, 2026 | Hired Attorney
Highly recommended
I hired Mr. Shaw to assist in settling my brother-in-law's estate. He immediately made a clear and detailed, step-by-step plan to achieve that goal and provided further guidance whenever I needed it. He filed all the necessary legal documents with the court from beginning to end and simplified my res...
Posted by Emily | July 10, 2026 | Hired Attorney
Best kept secret in Coralville
I was delighted to have found this young man to help me with estate planning. Very professional and representative of what I would expect from someone of his ranking. I have already recommended him to family and will definitely recommend him to friends.
Posted by anonymous | May 06, 2026
very nice experience
Mr Shaw was very friendly and explained in a language that we can understand. took time to answer all our questions. very nice experience
Posted by anonymous | May 04, 2026 | Hired Attorney
Excellent lawyer
Melvin O. Shaw was excellent to work with. He took his time and carefully explained all aspects of the legal terms and possibilities. We were able to make confident decisions based on his attention to detail and professionalism. I would highly recommend his services.
"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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