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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 Brian | March 18, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Power Of Attorney
Power of Attorney
Having never met Mr. Shaw, I called on a recommendation and his assistant was very helpful in setting up an appointment in a very timely manner to see Mr. Shaw to get a POA attorney done for my parents who are elderly, do not hear or see well. He was very patient, helpful and provided this service in...
Posted by anonymous | March 10, 2025 | Hired Attorney
Mr & Mrs
Mr Shaw was professional, personable, clear, thorough, and patient. He guided us through the process and paperwork and made us feel at ease.
Posted by Kate | March 06, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Wills & Living Wills
Estate planning made easy
I was new to the area and the state and needed to update my will and POA. I found Melvin Shaw through a google search, and I'm so glad I did. He explained things to me clearly and in an understandable way, he listened to my concerns, and he answered my questions. I feel peace of mind knowing those do...
Posted by Diana | January 13, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Wills & Living Wills
Professional and Caring
I found Melvin Shaw to be an excellent attorney. He took plenty of time to discuss all the details of my circumstances and what I wanted to do (prepare a will). He was very professional and at the same time took everything I had to say into consideration. Highly recommend.
Posted by Ann | January 08, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Wills & Living Wills
My new attorney
My attorney of thirty plus years retired recently. Melvin Shaw was recommended to me by my financial advisor. I called Mr. Shaw’s office and was able to meet with him, although at that time I had no specific legal work for him. I appreciated the time he took for us to get to know each other a bit...
"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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Probate
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