Founders & Legacy
R. James Sheerer
Retired
Biography
R. James Sheerer was a founding partner of Correll & Sheerer, with a well-established reputation throughout the Cedar Valley for his real estate expertise. His clients included developers, commercial mortgage lenders, businesses, and individuals; he advised them on matters ranging from platting and subdivision development to helping people buy and sell their homes. Beyond real estate, Jim maintained a general practice including both trial and transactional work such as drafting wills and drawing up contracts for business clients.
Practice areas
Education & Admissions
- B.A., B.S., University of Iowa
- J.D., University of Iowa 1969
- Admitted to Iowa Bar 1969
- U.S. Supreme Court; U.S. District Court, Northern District of Iowa
Professional Affiliations
- Iowa State Bar Association — Real Estate Section
- Black Hawk County Bar Association
- Black Hawk County Real Estate Committee
- American Bar Association
Community Activities
- Director, Black Hawk Legal Aid Society
- Assistant Black Hawk County Attorney
- Chair, State Bar Association Lawyer Referral Committee
- Member, Black Hawk County Judicial Nominating Commission
- Iowa Supreme Court Grievance Commission
- Boy Scouts, child care organizations, and a long-term provider of pro bono legal services
Personal Interests
- Running
- Cycling
- Mountain climbing
- Rock climbing
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