Jacob P. Elliott

Jacob P. Elliott is an attorney at Finley Law in Des Moines, Iowa, practicing in the firm’s civil litigation division. His work includes civil litigation and trial matters, construction litigation, insurance and insurance defense, administrative law, medical malpractice, and railroad claims under the Federal Employers’ Liability Act. Elliott is building experience across these areas while helping clients evaluate disputes, develop litigation strategies, and address legal issues through careful preparation and practical analysis.

Elliott earned his J.D. from the University of Iowa College of Law in 2024 and a B.A. in Criminology from the University of Iowa in 2021, graduating with honors. During law school, he served as a joint judicial extern for Iowa Supreme Court Justice Thomas Waterman and Seventh Judicial District Court Judge Patrick McElyea. He also served as Senior Article Editor of the Transnational Law and Contemporary Problems Journal and as an Appellate Advocacy Coordinator on the Moot Court Executive Board.

After passing the July 2024 Iowa Bar Examination, Elliott joined Finley Law and began practicing in its civil litigation division. His experience includes matters involving construction, medical malpractice, railroad claims under FELA, insurance, and administrative law. These areas can require close review of factual records, procedural requirements, applicable law, and technical issues. His developing litigation practice combines research, writing, and advocacy training with exposure to a range of civil disputes and defense matters.

Jacob P. Elliott is admitted to practice in Iowa and brings a strong foundation in legal research, appellate advocacy, and judicial process to his litigation work. His judicial externships, journal experience, and moot court leadership provide additional perspective on written and oral advocacy. At Finley Law, Elliott continues to broaden his experience across construction, insurance defense, medical malpractice, railroad, and other civil matters while focusing on careful analysis, clear communication, and practical preparation for clients.

Law Office Affiliations

• Attorney, Finley Law Firm, P.C.
• Member, The Iowa State Bar Association

Licensed State

• Iowa

Education

• University of Iowa
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• University of Iowa
  Bachelor of Arts (BA)

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