Mark Dickinson

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A fourth-generation attorney, Mark Dickinson enjoys the complex work opportunities that come his way. Over the course of his career, he has assisted in the completion of numerous transactions in the financial services and insurance sectors. In the process, he has established a reputation in two specialized fields of law.

Mark practices corporate and transactional law with an emphasis on insurance regulatory matters, securities, and corporate finance, as well as mergers and acquisitions. A significant portion of his practice involves counseling Iowa insurance companies, often in matters pending before the Iowa Insurance Division. He also focuses on representing public companies regarding securities issuances, compliance, reporting, and corporate governance.

Mark welcomes the challenges of his ever-evolving fields. Because every transaction presents different issues and levels of complexity, he needs to be inventive in figuring out how to react to problems and resolve them. "There's no judge or jury to make the decision," Mark says. "There are just two sides with a common goal but oftentimes different ideas about how to reach it. It takes informed strategies to come to fruition."

Because Iowa has a strong presence in the insurance industry, Mark often finds himself working alongside some of the largest and most sophisticated firms in the country to complete substantial transactions. "It's inspiring to work with talented and highly qualified professionals, and it's invigorating to be on the front end of helping clients accomplish their business goals," he says. Mark's passion is apparent to his clients. They appreciate his knowledge, flexibility, and his ability to communicate complex issues in easy-to-understand terms.

Mark has been a frequent speaker on corporate, transactional and securities law. When not working, he enjoys being outdoors, whether on the golf course, walking the dogs, or spending time with family at their northern Minnesota home.