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State: Iowa
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Posted by Faviola | January 12, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Wills & Living Wills
Professional and Informational Experience
I met Mel to get started on drafting my Will. This was my first time meeting with a lawyer to get advice on Will planning. Mel provided me a solid foundation on how to get started on my Will and took the time to explain terms that I may not be familiar with. I felt comfortable with Mel's work style a...
Posted by George & Tatiana | October 24, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Wills & Living Wills
Great Experience
We've been referred to Melvin O. Shaw by his former colleague who spoke very highly of him. And, as it turned out, rightly so. We hired Melvin for doing our Last Will and Testaments and the POAs. Everything was done with an utmost efficiency and professionalism as well as with a touch of good humor a...
Posted by William | October 07, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Wills & Living Wills
Straightforward, Precise and Genuine
We hired Mr. Shaw to develop our Wills and Power of Attorneys. He and Stephanie were a pleasure to work with. The process he has developed for his prospective clients in this particular practice area is straightforward, smooth, precise and helps the client understand the terms. He really focuses on e...
Posted by Norma and Michael | July 31, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Real Estate
Came to our rescue!
We were bogged down with a mortgage lien issue that was stalling the sale of our house. Our realty company was not able to solve the problem. We contacted Mr. Shaw, who returned our call within the hour. He listened carefully, formulated a clear plan, and had the issue resolved within a few days. Asi...
Posted by Kristin | July 23, 2020 | Hired Attorney
Kristin Weis
We had a great experience working with Melvin Shaw. He is very personable, thoughtful, and patient. He walked us through the whole document and wanted to make sure we understood each section thoroughly. It is clear he cares about his clients and truly wants what is best for them. I strongly recommend...
"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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