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Dale Knoshaug practices primarily in litigation, including more than 25 years’ experience as a trial attorney in Iowa with an extensive background in personal injury and employment law. He has represented employers in state and federal court, defending claims of employment discrimination, ADA, FMLA and wage and hour violations. Dale has earned an AV rating from his peers in Martindale-Hubbell, a professional designation of high legal ability and a very high adherence to the professional standards of conduct and ethics.

Commercial transactions including corporate finance, real estate issues and business contracts comprise a significant portion of Paul’s practice. His practice also includes estate planning, trusts and probate matters. Paul is a fellow in the American College of Real Estate Lawyers, is AV rated by Martindale-Hubbell, and top-ranked by Chambers & Partners, Best Lawyers and Super Lawyers. He acts as primary legal counsel to a broad variety of business entities and individuals and as local counsel to numerous national and international business.

Clarifying complexities and approaching litigation from common ground. That’s Mollie Pawlosky’s foundation for building client relationships. “Clients don’t let their passions dictate their business decisions,” Mollie explains. “It’s my goal to ensure clients don’t let their passions dictate their decisions during litigation.”. Through her commercial litigation practice, Mollie walks clients through complex litigation such as commercial foreclosure, collections and creditors’ rights, corporate governance disputes, construction litigation and mechanic’s lien disputes, and appellate work. Before joining Dickinson in 2002, Mollie practiced general business litigation for several years with a large Chicago firm.. Mollie’s experience fosters her knack for answering complex problems with workable solutions – helping clients tackle litigation from a practical business perspective at each turn.

Brian P. Rickert is a member of BrownWinick and has a primary focus on litigation of matters for public and private businesses, and individuals in a variety of areas including agribusiness, construction, energy, environmental, and real estate, among others.  In recent years, Brian has litigated complex business disputes, various business torts including fraud and interference with contracts, conflicts between business competitors, claims between majority and minority shareholders, relations and disputes with governmental agencies, and various other contract and tort claims.  Brian has also handled employment lawsuits involving wrongful termination, discrimination, and claims arising from non-compete, non-solicitation and other agreements.  He is involved in lawsuits not only in Iowa, but all over the Midwest, serving as lead counsel in numerous matters where the amount in controversy involves seven and eight figures.. Brian has established himself as one of the leading courtroom advocates in Iowa having been selected as a leader in Iowa in the Chambers USA® listing for commercial litigation, listed in The Best Lawyers in America®  for construction law, listed in Super Lawyers® for construction law, selected as a Fellow in the prestigious Litigation Counsel of America, and has received other awards.  He is AV-rated in Martindale-Hubbell.. Brian is Chair of the firm's Construction Law practice group and spends a significant amount of time representing owners, architects, engineers, contractors, subcontractors, suppliers, insurers and sureties in all facets of their business, including litigation and arbitration of claims, and regulatory and legislative guidance and advice.  He is also a frequent speaker to professionals, trade associations, and attorneys on topics relating to construction law and litigation.  Brian has also provided testimony or background information to legislative committees and members on construction and litigation related legislation.. Brian also serves as corporate counsel for a number of businesses across Iowa and national counsel for certain construction and energy-related companies.  In this position, he counsels his clients on organizational and start-up issues, employment issues, regulatory matters, and other corporate matters.. Brian is a member of the Polk County, Iowa State and American Bar Associations; the American Bar Association's Forum on the Construction Industry and Construction Litigation Committee; Master Builders of Iowa; and the Associated General Contractors of Iowa.  He serves on the Federal Practice Committee of the Iowa State Bar Association, and is a founding member of the Construction Law Section of the Iowa State Bar Association.. Brian also serves in many community roles. He is a graduate of Leadership Iowa, the Greater Des Moines Leadership Institute and the West Des Moines Leadership Academy.  He is a member of the Blank Park Zoo's Board of Directors, serves as a Trustee on the Board of the West Des Moines Water Works, and serves on the Board of Directors of the Taxpayers Association of Central Iowa.  He is also active in political circles in Iowa and is active in many Iowa campaigns.  In 2005, he was selected by the Des Moines Business Record as one of the top 40 business leaders in Central Iowa under the age of 40.. Brian received his J.D., with honors, from Drake University where he served on the Drake Law Review, and received his Finance Degree from the University of Iowa.  He is licensed to practice law in the state and federal courts in Iowa, Kansas, and Missouri, as well as the Eighth Circuit Court of Appeals.

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 involving acquisition, protection, enforcement, and litigation. From obtaining patents, trademarks, and copyrights, to licensing intellectual property and information technology licensing, Brett J. Trout, P.C. assists clients with all facets of the process. Based in Des Moines, Iowa, Brett J. Trout has serviced clients across Iowa and throughout the country for over three decades. Mr. Trout offers a free 30 minute new-client consultation.

Breanna is a fellow of The American College of Trust and Estate Counsel, charter member of the Iowa Academy of Trust & Estate Counsel, and Council Member of the Iowa State Bar Association Probate, Trust, and Estate Planning Section.. In August 2015, Chief Justice Cady appointed Breanna to the Iowa Supreme Court’s Guardianship and Conservatorship Reform Task Force to review and make recommendations about Iowa’s guardianship and conservatorship laws and procedures.. Breanna has received the AV Preeminent® rating from Martindale-Hubbell—the highest possible rating in both legal ability and ethical standards.

Brad's law practice focuses primarily on litigation, construction law, and labor and employment law.  Prior to practicing law, Brad taught high school and coached sports in West Moines, Iowa.  Brad also served as an infantryman in the Iowa Army National Guard.  In his private life, Brad is married and has twin daughters.  He enjoys spending time with his immediate family and his large extended family.

Born and raised in Wisconsin, Earl B. Kavanaugh attended Lawrence University in Appleton, Wisconsin, graduating in 2003 with a Bachelor of the Arts in English. Earl moved to Iowa in the summer of 2004 to attend law school at Drake University in Des Moines, graduating with honors in 2007. The Drake Law School Faculty awarded Earl the Iowa State Bar Association Graduating Senior Award, which is given to the member of the graduating law class who best exhibits in attitude, ability, and service the qualities which are incumbent in a successful future leader of the Bar.. In 2007, Earl was admitted to the practice of law in Iowa. In May 2009, after working for another Des Moines firm in the area of disability law, he joined Harrison & Dietz-Kilen, P.L.C. as an associate attorney. Earl maintains a general civil practice that includes, but is not limited to, family law, adoption, probate, estate planning, general litigation, and appellate work. He became a partner with the firm in July 2012. Earl is a member of the Polk County Bar Association (Family Law Section and Probate Section) and the Iowa State Bar Association. Earl is dedicated to equality under the law for all Iowans, and to that end, he has served as local counsel for the submission of amicus briefs to Iowa appellate courts in Rhoades v. State and Gartner v. Iowa Department of Public Health.. Earl is a zealous advocate for his clients and has experience in trying cases at both the district court and appellate court level. In March 2016, Earl won a hardfought victory for his client in the Iowa Supreme Court- In re Marriage of Harris, 877 N.W.2d 434 (Iowa 2016).. When not advocating for his clients, Earl enjoys literature, gardening, travel and participation in civic groups and philanthropic causes. Earl lives in Ames, Iowa and enjoys spending his free time viewing Iowa's diverse flora and fauna at Ledges State Park, Ada Hayden Heritage Park, and Reiman Gardens.

Bill Stiles advises clients in commercial real estate matters ranging from acquisition of income-producing properties to valuation cases involving the assessed value of real estate. His clientele in real estate has necessitated his representation in personal estate planning, wills and probate, as well as corporate, limited liability company and partnership entity issues and the attendant tax planning associated with these areas.

Bill Serangeli represents business clients, including real estate companies, banks and insurance companies, in commercial litigation and insurance defense matters. He currently serves as general counsel for various Boards of Realtors® and regularly lectures on legal topics to bar associations and trade organizations on professional compliance issues and ethics. Bill is also active in professional community organizations including the Iowa State Bar Association and the Polk County Bar Association.

Attorney Nate Boulton is a partner with Hedberg & Boulton, P.C. Nate practiced for two years as an associate attorney before being named a partner with the firm in 2007. He earned his law degree with Honors, as well as a Certificate of Legislative Practice, from Drake Law School in May of 2005 and was admitted to the Iowa bar that year. He also has a Master of Public Administration degree from Drake University and a Bachelor of Arts degree with Honors in history and political science from Simpson College. He is a 1998 graduate of Columbus Community High School in Columbus Junction, Iowa.. Nate Boulton practices in workers compensation, personal injury, and labor law. He has been a vice president of the Iowa Association for Justice (formerly the Iowa Trial Lawyers Association). Nate also served as president of the Iowa Workers' Compensation Advisory Committee. He has been on the Iowa Association for Justice's Workers' Compensation Core Group and served as a grader for the Iowa Bar Examination.. Aside from his law practice, Nate is an Iowa State Senator who has been an adjunct professor at Simpson College, teaching courses related to law and leadership. As a past instructor at William Penn University, Nate received the 2011 Faculty Achievement Award and served as Chair of the Faculty Advisory Committee from 2010-2012. In addition to his undergraduate teaching responsibilities, Nate has also served as an adjunct professor of labor law at Drake Law School.

As an employment law attorney and litigator, I am focused on solutions for my diverse clientèle including medical and medical supply, retail, agricultural products and cooperatives, banking, manufacturing, non-profit, restaurant, insurance, nursing homes, construction, international and foreign businesses.. I am an advisor for local, regional, national and international organizations providing employer client counseling, consultation, negotiation and completion of severance agreements for highly-compensated executives. I also work with both firms and executives in severing business relationships. In Chambers USA, a client commented I "give clients the possible options that one can take and the ramifications of each of those options.". I am a regular speaker on employment topics including "Drug and Alcohol Testing Issues for Employers," "Employer Issues Regarding Workplace Violence," and "The ABC's of Employment Law," a risk avoidance program for businesses.

As an attorney at BrownWinick, I prioritize building long-term relationships based on trust and transparency. By keeping communication open and ensuring you are informed at every stage, I empower my clients to make informed decisions with confidence. I’m a lifelong learner and I am always up for a new challenge. Whether it’s mastering new regulations, exploring innovative legal strategies, or adapting to evolving business landscapes, I am committed to enhancing my skills to deliver comprehensive and forward-thinking solutions.. My ApproachI understand that every business is unique and take a personalized approach to each case. I view representing my clients not just as a legal obligation, but as a collaborative partnership. By actively listening to your concerns, understanding goals, and respecting your values, I tailor my legal strategies to align with your specific needs. With meticulous attention to detail and a straightforward approach, I navigate the complexities of the legal and business worlds to provide clear, actionable advice.. More About MeFor me, the simple question “Where are you from?” comes with a complicated answer. I’m fortunate to call many places home – Minneapolis, Minnesota; Miami, Florida; Lausanne, Switzerland; and Des Moines, Iowa. My international upbringing gave me a passion for travel and adventure. While completing my undergraduate degrees at Iowa State University (go Cyclones!), I studied abroad in Italy and South Africa.. I graduated in 2017 from Iowa State with a B.A in Political Science, a B.S. in Business Management with a minor in Economics. In 2021, I received a J.D., with honors, from Drake Law school and a M.B.A from Drake University College of Business and Public Administration. Prior to joining BrownWinick, I worked as an attorney at a boutique employment litigation law firm. I was admitted to the Iowa bar in 2021 and the Nebraska bar in 2023.. While at Drake Law School, I dedicated my time to the Drake Legal Clinic, serving clients in the Refugee, Criminal Defense, and Entrepreneurial and Transactional clinics. In 2021, I received the Edwin Earle Fergusion Prize Silver Award for outstanding public service through legal assistance. In 2024, I was selected as a Rising Star by SuperLawyers®.

As a civil trial attorney with a specialty of products liability defense, I have tried dozens of cases to jury verdict in state and federal courts for over 30 years.  I am sensitive to the needs of self-insured manufacturers and insurers who underwrite these unique risks, and has represented wholesalers, distributors, and retailers as well.. I am intimately familiar with such issues as: product recalls; conducting evidentiary Daubert hearings in federal court; spoliation of evidence; defenses based on federal preemption; protective orders against the dissemination of internal, confidential, and proprietary trade-secret type design information; and keeping proof of other accidents, claims or lawsuits out of evidence.. As an experienced instrument-rated private pilot, with over 1,700 flight hours since 1989, my flying experience gives him a distinct advantage when he works on aviation-related matters.. Finally, my extensive jury trial and appellate court experience provides me with a solid background when litigating commercial cases. In Chambers USA guide 2016, I am described as “... prompt, thorough and has commercial awareness” and is valued for the quality of my work.

As a civil trial and litigation lawyer I specialize in commercial, trucking, and high-end dissolution litigation and trial practice.. I have tried a wide variety of lawsuits in State and Federal Court, including cases involving intellectual property, products liability, automobile liability, trucking liability, commercial litigation, employment law, probate law, environmental law, and zoning and planning law.

Andrew works to build strategic partnerships with clients primarily within the Ahlers & Cooney Litigation, ADR & Emergency Response/Investigation and Employment & Labor Law practice areas.  This work entails creating means to achieve clients’ objectives through all phases of pre-litigation, litigation, trial and/or appeal.  He spends the majority of his time counseling clients through all types of litigation in state and federal courts at both the trial and appellate levels and before many national, state and local administrative agencies.. In the litigation arena, Andrew has handled widely varied claims involving such things as construction/surety concerns/claims, commercial contract disputes, product liability claims, fire and explosion investigations/claims, insurance bad faith claims, aviation accidents, libel and slander claims, premises liability claims, and automobile accidents.  Most recently, Andrew has spent a significant amount of time defending product liability claims affecting such industries as: consumer products, industrial machinery and equipment, agricultural machinery, commercial products, and transportation and trucking.. In the employment arena, Andrew’s experience has been in responding to allegations of wrongful actions and/or injuries in the workplace.  He has handled claims alleging all types of discrimination, harassment or retaliation under state and federal law, breach of express and implied contracts including non-compete and non-solicitation provisions, violations of public policy, defamation, promissory estoppel, interference with contract, blacklisting and other related claims.  He has also defended both self-insured and insured employers when confronted with allegations of workplace injuries involving sizable exposures for monetary awards.

Andrew is a member of the Trademark, Copyright and Litigation Practice Groups. He primarily practices in the areas of Trademark and Copyright Law and has unique experience in color trademark enforcement and litigation.. Prior to attending Drake University Law School, Andrew received his degree in political science from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign where he studied interstate conflict with a special focus in nuclear non-proliferation.

Amy’s practice includes corporate law, banking law, mergers and acquisitions, business formations, e-commerce, intellectual property law, and publishing law. Amy also assists clients on real estate transactions and general estate planning. She serves as chair of the firm’s Mergers and Acquisitions Practice Group and currently serves on the firm’s Board of Directors.. Amy earned her B.S. from the University of Minnesota in 1999 and her J.D. from Pepperdine University School of Law in 2002. She is a member of the Polk County, Iowa State and American Bar Associations.

Amanda Bartusek grew up in Urbandale, Iowa.  She attended the University of Iowa where she obtained a bachelor of arts in Political Science and Religious Studies. Upon graduation, she attended the University of Iowa College of Law where during which time she clerked for NSBA, Governor Brandstad's Office, and the United States Attorney's Office for the Southern District of Iowa. While at Iowa law, Ms. Bartusek served as a student writer for the Journal of Corporation Law and as a student representative on the Curriculum Committee.

Alecia is an associate attorney working with clients on both commercial and residential real estate transactions, as well as related business entity needs. She assists buyers, sellers, and lenders with purchases and conveyances, real estate development, and resolution of title objections.. Additionally, she works with landowners and tenants on residential, commercial, and agricultural leasing matters, including property management agreements. Alecia also has experience with rural property issues related to easements, drainage, government programs and other regulatory concerns.

After years of successfully representing multinational corporations and insurance companies in high-stakes litigation, I now fight for people.. My practice focuses on lawsuits aiming to achieve justice for the injured, the suffering, and ordinary people who are willing to stand up to corporate greed and fight for accountability.  My cases involve a broad array of issues, such as corporate fraud and misconduct, personal injury, medical malpractice, predatory lending, civil rights, and consumer rights—to name a few.. No challenge is too big or too small: I am proud to stand with all who seek justice and accountability.