Litigation: General Commercial
USA Guide 2024 : Iowa
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Provided by Dorsey & Whitney LLP
Unique to the litigation market in Iowa, Dorsey has a global platform of trial experts serving a broad range of industries. The Des Moines Trial group completed the only defense of a “failed bank” case in Iowa arising out of the Great Recession. Unlike many of its competitors, the group regularly tries cases in Iowa state and federal courts and forums rather than merely litigating all cases until settlement.
David Tank leads the Dorsey trial practice. David is also the former co-chair of the firm-wide Food and Agriculture Industry Group. His practice includes, but is not limited to, complex business litigation, cases involving patents and other intellectual property, corporate control disputes, contract matters, and cases involving patents and other intellectual property. William (Bill) Miller is the other partner in the Des Moines Trial group. His practice includes complex business litigation and employment law matters primarily for clients in the health, governmental and financial services sectors.
Key industries for the Iowa trial group include: major pharmaceutical companies, financial services entities, manufacturers, healthcare providers, and governmental entities.
Chambers Review
The Des Moines office of Dorsey & Whitney is valued for its strength in assisting clients from the manufacturing and public sectors, among others, with contractual disputes and other litigation matters. Additional capabilities include IP and business litigation. The firm is highly active representing clients in state and federal courts.
Work Highlights
- Dorsey & Whitney represented over 200 truck drivers in a class action lawsuit filed against a trucking company in the United States District Court for the Northern District of Iowa, to recoup monies the drivers should have been paid under their contracts.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"They were able to get up to speed very quickly and navigate a complex situation with ease, providing counsel and insights."
"The team boasts extensive collective experience, which is incredibly beneficial for problem-solving and making informed decisions."
"The team was properly resourced and always well-prepared."
"They were able to get up to speed very quickly and navigate a complex situation with ease, providing counsel and insights."
"The team boasts extensive collective experience, which is incredibly beneficial for problem-solving and making informed decisions."
"The team was properly resourced and always well-prepared."
Notable Practitioners
William Miller has significant experience in cases involving allegations of breach of contract, as well as employment disputes. His wide-ranging client portfolio spans private and public entities from a range of industries.
"Bill has an easy-going style. He is very practical, doesn't rattle easily and is very responsive. "
"He was great to work with, Bill is very knowledgeable and helpful."
Kirk Schuler is highly active in a broad variety of litigation matters. He regularly handles corporate, product liability, class action and fraud disputes and investigations.
"If I could, I would use Kirk for all of our legal matters. He is as sharp as they come."
"He is timely with deadlines, meetings and commitments to his client."
"Kirk Schuler has consistently exhibited an unparalleled level of professionalism, expertise and dedication throughout our business dealings. His profound knowledge of the law, combined with his strategic insight, has been instrumental in navigating complexities with precision and ease."
Ranked Lawyers at
Dorsey & Whitney LLP
Iowa
Clients
Provided by Dorsey & Whitney LLP
Evertek, Inc.
Fimco, Inc.
Hepar Bioscience
Plymouth Energy
Sovereign Holdings
West Liberty Foods