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State: Iowa
Acquired: 2006
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1303 5th Street, Suite 104, Coralville, IA, 52241
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Showing 1 - 4 of 4 reviews | Residential
Posted by Norma and Michael | July 31, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Residential
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 Kelly | March 13, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Residential
FSBO
I sold my townhouse for sale by owner. Melvin was a great help through the whole process! He took care of all of my paperwork needs and taught me about all of the legalities of the purchase agreement. I also was impressed with his quick responses to emails and availability to meet on short notice. Al...
Posted by Mackenzie | October 12, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Residential
Real Estate Matters
I hired Melvin to handle the legal specifics of a house sale. It was more complicated than most sales as extra paperwork was needed for my unique situation. He was very professional, easy to reach and quick to respond to questions. It was a very positive experience overall.
Posted by Kari | June 18, 2014 | Residential
Knowledgeable and professional
Melvin recently helped my husband and I with the sale of our home. He came highly recommended, and was very quick to return my initial phone call. He did an excellent job of answering all of the question we had. As first time sellers, the timeline he provided helped us successfully navigate this p...
"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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