Altoona Lawyers

Brad Biren
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(515) 421-8543
PO Box 4
Altoona, IA 50009
Business, Elder, Estate Planning and Tax
Washington University School of Law and University of Iowa
Business, Elder, Estate Planning and Tax
Brad Biren is an elder law and estate planning attorney with specialized training in tax law. He is passionate about crisis Medicaid planning, special needs planning, and reducing tax liability. Much of his work also focuses on business and land-use consulting for startups, early ventures, and agriculture. Born in New York, Brad attended Cornell University for his undergraduate degrees in both landscape architecture and plant sciences. In 2006, he became the youngest person in the state of Florida to obtain LEED Accreditation. Mr. Biren moved to Iowa to attend the University of Iowa College of...
Tyler Smith
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(515) 212-4000
321 8th St. SW
Altoona, IA 50009
Free Consultation
Free Consultation Elder, Estate Planning, Personal Injury and Probate
University of Iowa
Elder, Estate Planning, Personal Injury and Probate
Joseph R Casey
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(515) 650-9005
106 SW 7th Street, Suite 400
Des Moines, IA 50309
Free Consultation
Free Consultation Legal Malpractice, Products Liability, Securities and Stockbroker Fraud
Drake University Law School
Legal Malpractice, Products Liability, Securities and Stockbroker Fraud
Joe Casey is a trial lawyer handling complex commercial and injury litigation in Iowa's state and federal courts.
Austin J Luse
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(515) 282-9200
317 6th Ave E
Suite 1300
Des Moines, IA 50309
Free Consultation
Free Consultation Criminal Defense and Personal Injury
Drake University Law School
Criminal Defense and Personal Injury
Associate Attorney at Kragnes and Associates, P.C. practicing in the areas of criminal defense, personal injury, and NIL (Name/Image/Likeness) representation of high school and collegiate athletes. Call (515) 282-9200 Kragnes and Associates, P.C. 317 6th Avenue Suite 1300 Des Moines, IA 50309 Born and raised in southern Iowa, the son of a farmer and a teacher, I am passionate about helping those who need it most with their legal needs. The tightknit, blue collar community where I grew up instilled the values of hard work and loyalty into me at a young age, and I carry these values with me wherever I go. I...
Brennan R Block
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(515) 242-2441
666 Grand Avenue Suite 2000 Ruan Center
Des Moines, IA 50309
Business
Creighton University School of Law
Business
I represent businesses and their owners in a variety of different spaces, ranging from agriculture, construction and real estate development all the way to emerging technology, venture capital and financial services. The diversity of the clients I work for and the issues they present me with make me well-equipped to provide you practical legal advice on all matters pertaining to your business.

My specific expertise is in structuring, negotiating and documenting merger and acquisition (“M&A”) transactions. In the past few years, I’ve served as lead or associate counsel on a variety of M&A transactions, ranging in value from $5,000 to over...
Russell D Nicolet
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(515) 381-2181
666 Walnut St.
Suite 2300-3
Des Moines, IA 50309
Free Consultation
Free Consultation Personal Injury and Workers' Comp
William Mitchell College of Law
Personal Injury and Workers' Comp
Russell Nicolet has always been focused on helping people through difficult situations. He became an attorney and has integrated this personal philosophy into his practice so that he could help people through some of the most stressful situations they will face in life. Russell’s goal in every case is to help his clients get into a better position than where they were prior to contacting him. Russell has focused his legal practice to the area of Personal Injury in Wisconsin and Minnesota. This focused approach allows him to provide clients with knowledgeable and effective representation while maintaining the...
Nicholas A. Sarcone
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(515) 244-4300
501 SW 7th Street
Suite J
Des Moines, IA 50309
Free Consultation
Free Consultation Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Domestic Violence and White Collar Crime
University of Iowa
Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Domestic Violence and White Collar Crime
I am an aggressive, experienced criminal defense lawyer. I handle all types of criminal cases including but not limited to: traffic tickets, assaults, domestic assaults, sexual assaults, OWI, public intoxication, drug charges, federal drug charges, federal child pornography charges, federal medicare fraud, state & federal gun charges, harassment, stalking, burglary, robbery, forgery, theft, fraud, murder etc. I also handle state and federal appeals from all types of criminal cases. My goal is to get you the best possible outcome on your case. This involves a skilled evaluation of the charges, the evidence and available strategies. I will never back...
Mr. Brett Trout
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(515) 280-1939
516 Walnut St
Des Moines, IA 50309
Free Consultation
Free Consultation IP, Patents and Trademarks
IP, Patents and Trademarks
Brett J. Trout, P.C. is an AV-rated Midwest law firm, offering its clients the global perspective on Intellectual Property and Information Technology issues. Based in Des Moines, Iowa, Brett J. Trout has serviced clients across Iowa and throughout the country for over a decade.Brett's latest book, CyberLaw: A Legal Arsenal for Online Business, is available now on Amazon.com. Mr. Trout offers a free 30 minute new-client consultation.
Katherine Sears
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(515) 491-6128
317 6th Ave
Ste 1200
Des Moines, IA 50309
Free Consultation
Free Consultation Drake University Law School
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Eric Bodo
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(866) 797-4529
300 Walnut St
Suite 6
Des Moines, IA 50309
Free Consultation
Free Consultation Insurance Claims, Medical Malpractice, Personal Injury and Products Liability
DePaul College of Law
Insurance Claims, Medical Malpractice, Personal Injury and Products Liability
C. Eric Bodo grew up in Mundelein, Illinois, and attended Carmel High School in the northern suburbs. Eric graduated from Marquette University in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, in 1993 with a Bachelor of Arts. He went on to receive his Juris Doctorate from DePaul University College of Law in Chicago in 1996 and was admitted to the Illinois Bar.

Before coming to VanDerGinst Law, Eric was a partner in his own firm with offices in Chicago and Northbrook, Illinois where he represented seriously injured individuals and their families. Before starting his firm in 2014, Eric worked for a large, high-volume personal injury firm...
Alexander LeSher
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(866) 204-2480
400 Locust Street
Suite 358
Des Moines, IA 50309
Divorce and Family
Drake University Law School
Divorce and Family
When navigating the complexities of divorce or family law issues, it's crucial to have robust legal support. I am Alexander “Alec” LeSher, a dedicated Senior Associate Attorney at Stange Law Firm. I serve clients from our Des Moines, Iowa office, extending my services throughout Polk County and nearby regions. I am committed to advocating for my clients, guiding them with compassion and diligence through the legal process. I graduated with the highest honors from Drake University Law School in May 2020, earning my Juris Doctor. I was inducted into the Order of the Coif and ranked 8th in my class. During...
George B. Jones
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(515) 599-3400
500 Mulberry Street
Des Moines, IA 50309
Free Consultation
Free Consultation Medical Malpractice, Personal Injury, Products Liability and Workers' Comp
University of Denver
Medical Malpractice, Personal Injury, Products Liability and Workers' Comp
Attorney George B. Jones is the founder and owner of the The Law Office of George B. Jones, PLLC, in Lamoni, Iowa. A top-rated, award-winning trial lawyer with more than 35 years of legal experience, Mr. Jones devotes his practice primarily to personal injury, including car wrecks, trucking accidents, motorcycle accidents, work injuries, medical negligence, wrongful death, slip and fall, and other injury cases. During his extensive career he has tried hundreds of cases, and taught law courses at Graceland University, and trained prosecutors, judges and attorneys in trial practice techniques. No matter the issues his clients are facing or how...
Athena Farmakis
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(866) 797-4529
300 Walnut St.
Suite 6
Des Moines, IA 50309
Free Consultation
Free Consultation DePaul College of Law
Athena Farmakis was born and raised in the Chicagoland area, graduated with a B.A. from Northwestern University, and received her law degree from DePaul University College of law. With over 25 years of litigation experience, Athena has tried 67 jury trials and hundreds of bench trials in complex and media-sensitive cases. Athena currently practices in all areas of personal injury including motor vehicle accidents, premises liability, product liability, construction accidents, animal attacks, negligent security, wrongful death, nursing home abuse and medical malpractice.

As a former prosecutor, Athena dedicated much of her legal career to serving the public for over 20 years...
Colin L Hendricks
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(515) 242-2425
666 Grande Ave
Suite 2000
Des Moines, IA 50309
Free Consultation
Free Consultation Agricultural, Business, Estate Planning and Tax
University of Iowa College of Law
Agricultural, Business, Estate Planning and Tax
My practice primarily deals with estate planning, tax, and corporate formation/governance, though my law firm can help with almost any business need you may have.

I typically deal with individuals, families, and small business owners to (a) protect and arrange themselves during life, (b) provide guidance to loved ones upon their passing, especially for minor children, and (c) transition businesses and wealth from one generation to the next in an organized and tax-efficient manner.

Originally from Fort Dodge, Iowa (north central Iowa), my practice takes me all across the state of Iowa. I'm proud that my family has been providing...
Timothy N. Tripp
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(800) 368-1423
500 East Court Ave
Suite 200
Des Moines, IA 50309
Free Consultation
Free Consultation Social Security Disability
Brooklyn Law School
Social Security Disability
Restoring hope, one client at a time. As an Iowa disability lawyer, I am driven by that one goal; it has been my personal and professional mission since I first began representing disabled Iowans in 1996. Prior to that, I worked for the Social Security Administration, as one of their attorneys in NYC. I have seen first-hand how a large government bureaucracy can frustrate and confuse even the most determined claimant. I am driven to restore hope to disabled Iowans as I guide them through Social Security disability process.
Clarissa Rietveld
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(866) 797-4529
300 Walnut St.
Suite 6
Des Moines, IA 50309
Free Consultation
Free Consultation Medical Malpractice, Nursing Home, Personal Injury and Products Liability
Drake University Law School
Medical Malpractice, Nursing Home, Personal Injury and Products Liability
Clarissa Rietveld was born in Iowa and raised in Rushville, Indiana. She received her Associate’s Degree in Nursing in 2009 and worked as a registered nurse in operating rooms across the Midwest and on the East Coast. While working as a nurse, Ms. Rietveld had a patient whose medical history documented that he did not have regular access to food and was starving. Ms. Rietveld spent the afternoon working with hospital social services to arrange for her patient to gain access to regular meals and was shocked to learn that he didn’t qualify for any of the available programs. She...
Marc A. Humphrey
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(515) 331-3510
300 Walnut Street Suite 5
Des Moines, IA 50309
Free Consultation
Free Consultation Civil Rights, Employment, Medical Malpractice and Personal Injury
Drake University Law School
Civil Rights, Employment, Medical Malpractice and Personal Injury
Marc Humphrey founded his own law firm in the fall of 1980. Marc has dedicated his entire career to serving others. Humphrey Law Firm, P.C., provides quality legal representation for those who have been wronged. Marc handles a range of civil practice areas, including personal injury, employment disputes, including sexual harassment and retaliation, consumer protection and medical negligence.
Jake Oeth
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(515) 288-5008
301 East Walnut Street, Suite 1
Des Moines, IA 50309
Free Consultation
Free Consultation Insurance Claims, Medical Malpractice, Personal Injury and Products Liability
Drake University Law School
Insurance Claims, Medical Malpractice, Personal Injury and Products Liability
Jake Oeth grew up in Ogden, IA, a small town north of Des Moines and west of Ames. He graduated from Drake University Law School with honors in May 2018. While in law school, Jake was a part of a group of students who helped a federal inmate successfully apply for a commutation of his life sentence for a drug conviction and served as a student attorney in the Drake Legal Clinic representing court appointed criminal defendants. Jake received his undergraduate degree in political science from Loras College in Dubuque, IA, where he also played basketball for the Duhawks. After graduating...
Joshua Strief
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(515) 243-1914
700 Second Avenue
Des Moines, IA 50309
Free Consultation
Free Consultation Business, Estate Planning, Insurance Defense and Real Estate
Drake University Law School
Business, Estate Planning, Insurance Defense and Real Estate
Josh is an Iowa native and grew up on a farm outside Sac City, Iowa. He attended Drake University, where he earned his Bachelor of Arts degree in Political Science, with honors. In 2014, Josh received a Juris Doctorate with honors from Drake University Law School. Josh was admitted to the Iowa State Bar and United States District Court, Southern and Northern Federal Districts of Iowa, in 2014. Josh serves on both the Board of Governors and Defense Update Board of Editors for the Iowa Defense Counsel Association. In 2018, Josh was awarded the Iowa Defense Counsel Association’s Rising Star Award....
Corey J. L. Walker
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(641) 792-3595
2605 SW White Birch Dr Suite 110
Ankeny, IA 50023
Animal, Employment, Personal Injury and Workers' Comp
Drake University Law School
Animal, Employment, Personal Injury and Workers' Comp
At age 14, I began working for my grandfather in the concrete construction business during the summer school break. The work was hard, hot, and long, but provided me with framework for my character. My grandfather always told me to get a good education so I did not have to do hard labor for the rest of my life. I graduated from Newton High school in 1990 and played on the 1988 state 4A runner-up football team. After I graduated from high school, my mother purchased an appliance store and I began working on...
Danni Harris
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(515) 288-6041
699 Walnut Street
Suite 2000
Des Moines, IA 50309
Free Consultation
Free Consultation Divorce, Domestic Violence, Family and Juvenile
Drake University Law School
Divorce, Domestic Violence, Family and Juvenile
I have over nineteen years of experience litigating complex legal matters. As a member attorney at Whitfield & Eddy Law, I currently focus my practice on litigating family law matters, including dissolution of marriage, custody, spousal support, domestic abuse, grandparent guardianship and termination of parental rights cases. I received my Bachelor of Business Administration in Business Management with honors from Baylor University in 1996. In 1999, I graduated from Drake University Law School. Shortly after graduation I moved to Dallas and was admitted to the Texas bar. I worked as an Assistant District Attorney with the Dallas...
Ryan Babich
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(515) 244-4300
501 SW 7th Street
Suite J
Des Moines, IA 50309
Divorce, Domestic Violence, Family and Juvenile
Drake University Law School
Divorce, Domestic Violence, Family and Juvenile
Ryan prides himself in listening carefully to his clients' needs and responding to them honestly and thoroughly. Most family law clients in Iowa will go through mediation prior to going to court. With Ryan's experience creating excellent outcomes during the mediation process, his clients often save both the financial and the high emotional costs of going to court. Ryan is also an experienced litigator and he vigorously represents his clients in the courtroom when necessary. Ryan has many years of experience litigating family law, divorce and child custody cases. He is experienced, honest, compassionate, but tenaciously aggressive when needed. Let...
Robert Nading
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(515) 963-1000
408 SW 3rd Street
Ankeny, IA 50023
Free Consultation
Free Consultation Asbestos, Insurance Claims, Medical Malpractice and Nursing Home
Drake University Law School
Asbestos, Insurance Claims, Medical Malpractice and Nursing Home
Mr. Nading established the Nading Law Firm in 1981 and has remained at that location, 408 SW 3rd Street, Ankeny, Iowa, since that time. He received Board Certification in Civil Trial Practice by the NBTA in 1996. He has been recognized by his peers as a Super Lawyer, see Super Lawyers.com. You do not need to travel to Des Moines or West Des Moines to have a Board Certified attorney review you case. Injury claims are handled on a contingency basis. All other matters can be discussed at a free initial consultation. When reviewing an...
Johnathan Lee Sears
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(515) 491-6128
317 6th Ave
Ste 1200
Des Moines, IA 50309
Free Consultation
Free Consultation Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI and Personal Injury
Drake University Law School
Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI and Personal Injury
Justin Reid
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(515) 381-9842
100 Court Ave
Suite 315
Des Moines, IA 50309
Free Consultation
Free Consultation Medical Malpractice, Nursing Home, Personal Injury and Workers' Comp
Drake University Law School
Medical Malpractice, Nursing Home, Personal Injury and Workers' Comp
Allison R Abbott
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(515) 243-1914
700 2nd Avenue
Des Moines, IA 50309
Free Consultation
Free Consultation Divorce and Family
Drake University
Divorce and Family
Allison Abbott has been with Elverson, Vasey and Abbott, LLP since 1999 and has been a partner in the firm since 2006. Her areas of practice include civil defense, insurance defense and litigation, insurance subrogation, and family law. Allison was born in Greensboro, North Carolina. She received her B.A. in Psychology from Arizona State University and received her Juris Doctorate with honors from Drake University Law School. Allison was admitted to the Iowa State Bar in 1999. She is admitted to both the Northern and Southern Districts in Iowa. Allison has earned the Distinguished peer review rating for high professional achievement...
Charles Becker
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(515) 283-4609
666 Walnut St., Suite 2000
Des Moines, IA 50309
Environmental, Municipal and Real Estate
University of Iowa
Environmental, Municipal and Real Estate
Chuck Becker has practiced in the areas of Environmental and Real Estate law for more than 20 years and regularly advises corporate clients on environmental regulations and permit requirements in all aspects of business, including manufacturing, financing, real estate, construction and development. His areas of practice include environmental investigations and due diligence; the purchase, sale and leasing of contaminated property; storm water discharge permitting; permits and enforcement under Clean Air Act, Clean Water Act, RCRA, Superfund and other federal and state environmental laws; lending issues and lender liability; regulatory compliance; UST and AST permits, closures and remedial requirements; zoning and...
Eric M. Updegraff
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(515) 244-1473
300 Walnut St, Suite 260
Des Moines, IA 50309
Free Consultation
Free Consultation Divorce, Employment, Personal Injury and Workers' Comp
University of Iowa
Divorce, Employment, Personal Injury and Workers' Comp
Representing employees and workers in workplace issues since 2004. I concentrate my practice on protecting workers rights in Workers' Compensation Claims, Personal Injury and Employment Law, including wage and hour disputes, Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA) violations; Federal Civil Rights Act violations for age, gender, race, sexual orientation and disabilities. I also represent individuals facing harassment on the basis of race, color and/or national origin under the Federal Civil Rights Act. We are experienced trial lawyers in representing workers faced with all types of employment law issues, including wrongful termination, sexual harassment, hostile-environment sexual harassment, quid...
Peter Ickes
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(515) 245-4300
500 E. Court Avenue
Suite 200
Des Moines, IA 50309
Appeals, Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI and Insurance Defense
Drake University Law School
Appeals, Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI and Insurance Defense
Peter Ickes maintains a varied practice focused on litigation, including both civil and criminal law. Peter has trial and courtroom experience in both state and federal courts, including complex federal cases. He practices in every county in Iowa and is familiar with many county prosecutors, leading to positive outcomes for his clients. He is a client-focused lawyer, with an emphasis on communication and advocacy tailored to the needs of each case. He is a member of the Iowa Bar Association and Polk County Bar Association.
Spencer Vasey Dirth
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(515) 243-1914
700 Second Ave.
Des Moines, IA 50309
Free Consultation
Free Consultation Divorce and Family
University of Iowa College of Law
Divorce and Family
Todd Elverson
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(515) 243-1914
700 2nd Ave
Des Moines, IA 50309
Business, Divorce, Estate Planning and Family
Drake University Law School
Business, Divorce, Estate Planning and Family
Danielle Dunne
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(515) 282-6803
303 Locust Street
Suite 400
Des Moines, IA 50309
Free Consultation
Free Consultation Criminal Defense and Personal Injury
Drake University Law School
Criminal Defense and Personal Injury
Jeffrey Douglas Goetz
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(515) 246-5817
801 Grand Ave
Des Moines, IA 50309
Bankruptcy
California Western School of Law
Bankruptcy
Nate Boulton
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(515) 288-4148
100 Court Avenue
Suite 425
Des Moines, IA 50309
Employment, Personal Injury and Workers' Comp
Employment, Personal Injury and Workers' Comp
Nate Boulton is a workers’ compensation, personal injury, and labor/employment law attorney.
Pete Larkin
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(515) 550-4692
319 SW 5th St
Ste 203
Des Moines, IA 50309
Free Consultation
Free Consultation Social Security Disability
Social Security Disability
Pete Larkin began his career with the Social Security Administration (SSA) in 2010, serving as an Attorney Advisor in the Office of Hearings Operations for the Iowa region. In this role, he collaborated closely with Administrative Law Judges, legal assistants, and fellow attorneys to adjudicate and manage a high volume of disability claims, including Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) and Supplemental Security Income (SSI) cases. Over the course of his tenure, Pete developed expertise in the SSA’s five-step disability evaluation process, having helped process thousands of claims. His commitment to operational excellence and equitable adjudication led to his promotion to Supervisory...
Tyler Coe
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(515) 288-2500
Dentons Davis Brown
215 10th Street, Suite 1300
Des Moines, IA 50309
Divorce, Domestic Violence and Family
Divorce, Domestic Violence and Family
Tyler Coe is a distinguished divorce and family lawyer renowned for his transparent guidance, accessible approach, and expertise in navigating high-conflict cases. With a focus on fostering collaboration and open communication, Tyler is committed to dissecting the intricate dynamics of his clients’ personal and professional lives to secure the most favorable outcomes. Specializing in divorce, child custody, modifications, and complex disputes, Tyler brings a wealth of experience to mid-to-high asset family law matters. His clientele spans young professionals, seasoned executives, business owners, elected officials, community leaders, and stay-at-home spouses, all of whom benefit from his tailored legal strategies.
John Watson
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(515) 242-2400
666 Grand Ave.
Ste 2000
Des Moines, IA 50309
Business, Cannabis Law, Communications and Entertainment & Sports
Drake University
Business, Cannabis Law, Communications and Entertainment & Sports
Gregory A. Witke
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(515) 283-2147
505 Fifth Avenue, Suite 729
Des Moines, IA 50309
Arbitration & Mediation, Construction, Insurance Defense and Medical Malpractice
University of Iowa Scool of Law
Arbitration & Mediation, Construction, Insurance Defense and Medical Malpractice
Jonathan Kramer
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(515) 288-6041
699 Walnut Street
Suite 2000
Des Moines, IA 50309
Antitrust, Business, Collections and Communications
Antitrust, Business, Collections and Communications
Guy R. Cook
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500 East Court Ave
Des Moines, IA 50309
White Collar Crime
White Collar Crime
Guy Cook is a trial lawyer. He has served as counsel in more than 1000 litigated matters and has tried more than 200 jury trials. He has successfully defended major business litigation, obtained million dollar jury verdicts and successfully defended significant federal criminal cases. He has tried complex civil and criminal cases throughout Iowa and the country, including wrongful death, serious personal injury, products liability, securities fraud, bank fraud, medical malpractice, manslaughter, healthcare, semi-truck collisions, insurance fraud, sexual assault, false arrest, dram shop, and breach of contract claims.

Guy is a double-board certified trial lawyer by the National Board of Trial...

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