Litigation: General Commercial
USA Guide 2024 : Iowa
Band 2
About
Provided by Dickinson, Bradshaw, Fowler & Hagen, P.C.
Overview
Dickinson Bradshaw's litigation lawyers represent individuals, corporations, limited liability companies, and other types of entities in business, by giving thorough consideration to clients' business interests while serving their litigation needs. The firm has the ability and experience to win cases, but more importantly, to look for the best business resolution for clients, which may not occur in the courtroom.
In the courtroom, Dickinson Bradshaw's trial law attorneys handle cases in a wide variety of industries. Firm litigation lawyers represent clients in state and federal trial and appellate courts, as well as in arbitration and mediation, and administrative proceedings. They also counsel and represent clients in administrative proceedings and in regulatory investigations and hearings. Matters include complex antitrust, securities and reinsurance claims, shareholder disputes, deceptive trade or business practices, unfair competition, breach of contract claims, and disputes involving the purchase or sale of securities, trade secrets, Uniform Commercial Code transactions and non-compete agreements.
The firm's litigation attorneys understand the importance of managing a case efficiently, analyzing risk to clients as new facts become known, and communicating regularly with clients throughout the litigation process to provide them guidance that will allow them to make sound decisions.
Chambers Review
Bradshaw, Fowler, Proctor & Fairgrave has a solid practice with a respected bench and notable insurance capabilities. It is experienced in handling complex litigation cases for municipalities. The firm's additional expertise includes construction and property-related matters. It is particularly noted for its insurance defense work.
Notable Practitioners
John Lande regularly represents financial institutions and construction industry clients, and has a noteworthy focus on property assessment cases. His broad commercial litigation practice involves acting for clients from a wide range of sectors.
Mollie Pawlosky is noted for her skillful representation of various financial institutions and construction companies in matters pertaining to breaches of fiduciary duty and noncompete issues. She regularly represents clients from the insurance, construction, energy and banking sectors.
"Mollie has broad subject matter and procedural expertise. Mollie has critical insight to the local judges and practioners. I have found her advice to be invaluable."
Ted Craig is an up-and-coming practitioner in the Des Moines market. He leverages robust trial experience to represent clients and protect their interests in litigation proceedings.
"Ted has been the most compassionate throughout a very emotional case for me. I truly appreciated how he was able to present all viewpoints to me so I could always make well-informed decisions."