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Scott Bandstra of the Bandstra Law Firm in Des Moines, IA is a graduate of Drake Law School (1993) and a 25-year member of the Iowa Bar in good standing. For 25 years, Mr. Bandstra has practices in the areas of Criminal Defense, Automobile Accidents, Personal Injury and Family Law. Scott also serves as corporate counsel for local Mental Health groups with legal issues that often arise during their practice.

Michael R. Blaser is a member of BrownWinick and a member of the firm's Management Committee.  Mike also serves as the Chair of the firm's Agribusiness practice group.. Mike provides his clients with timely and pragmatic solutions to their legal issues. He represents business clients in all facets of the legal issues that they face - from start-up choice of entity issues and entity formation, to guiding and negotiating equity capital formation and financing packages to negotiating key purchase, supply and employee contracts. Mike has also advised businesses facing financial difficulties and routinely handles business sales, reorganizations, mergers and acquisitions.. From 1995 to 2000, Mike served as general counsel to Iowa Select Farms, a pork production company based in Iowa Falls, Iowa, that is now the fourth largest hog producer in the United States. Before and since his work with Iowa Select, Mike has been actively involved in value-added agriculture, particularly in the livestock industry. Based on his experience, Mike advises agricultural clients in Iowa and other states as to federal, state and local environmental laws and regulations that affect their businesses.. Mike also has considerable experience dealing with corporate farming laws in Iowa and other upper Midwest states. He is a registered lobbyist in Iowa and represents agricultural clients on legislation of interest, including major livestock regulation laws enacted in 1995, 1998 and 2002 and the rules adopted to implement those laws.. A frequent speaker to industry and bar association groups on business and environmental issues, Mike serves on the Section Council of the Agricultural Law Committee of the Iowa Bar Association. He has also written legal issue columns for Feedstuffs magazine. Mike is a member of the National Pork Producer's Council Environmental Committee. He was appointed by Iowa Governor Tom Vilsack to the Nutrient Work Group for the Governor's 2003 Iowa Water Summit and by Mike Johanns, United States Secretary of Agriculture to the USDA Agricultural Air Quality Task Force for 2006-2008. Since 2006, Mike has been selected as a leader in Iowa for inclusion in Chambers USA® in the area of corporate/M&A.. A certified public accountant, Mike has served on the Board of Directors and in other leadership roles with the Iowa Society of CPAs. He also serves on the Finance Council for St. Francis of Assisi Parish in West Des Moines, Iowa, and the City of West Des Moines Board of Adjustment.. Mike received his B.B.A. in accounting and his J.D., with distinction, from the University of Iowa and was admitted to the Iowa bar in 1985.

Marc T. Beltrame is a member of BrownWinick and heads up the firm's lobbying team with a full-time presence in the Iowa Capitol during the legislative session, representing multiple businesses and interests, with a focus on the insurance, gaming and technology sectors. Marc also maintains a practice dedicated to probate, wills/trusts/estates, contracts and corporate transactions.. Prior to joining BrownWinick, Marc had the distinction of pursuing a career in both government and politics. In addition to serving as a consultant to numerous local and statewide campaigns over the years, Marc was the state director and senior advisor to former U.S. Senator Christopher J. Dodd's presidential campaign in Iowa during the Iowa Caucus. Marc also has extensive operational experience with a number of federal government processes and issues having worked as the Deputy Chief of Staff for U.S. Congressman Leonard Boswell. While working for Congressman Boswell, Marc was responsible for outreach to the business community and local government on a wide range of issues, including the landmark 2005 Transportation Bill.. Marc has been selected for inclusion in the 2015 edition of Best Lawyers® in the area of Government Relations.. Marc received his B.A. degree, with honors, from the University of Iowa. He also received his J.D. from the University of Iowa where he served as Managing Editor of the Iowa Law Review. He was admitted to the Iowa bar in 2000.

Joseph Moser is an associate attorney in the litigation division. He maintains a varied, civil and criminal litigation practice, representing clients in Iowa’s state and federal courts. Joe’s practice focuses on trial work. In his civil practice, Joe represents individuals and businesses in wide-ranging matters including products and premises liability, wrongful death, serious personal injury, breach of contract, employment, discrimination and sexual harassment, dram shop, insurance coverage analysis and defense, bad faith, administrative appeals, casino and gaming regulation, and workers’ compensation. Joe is a member of the American Bar Association, the Missouri Bar Association, the Iowa State Bar Association, and the Polk County Bar Association, where he has served on the Board of Directors as co-chair of the Social Committee. While attending Iowa, Joe served as the Moot Court Executive Board Administrative Chairperson and participated in the Van Oosterhout-Baskerville Appellate Advocacy Competition. Joe is actively involved in the Des Moines community, having been involved with and volunteered for the Greater Des Moines Young Professionals Connection, Young Variety Club, and Animal Rescue League of Iowa. College: Saint Louis University, summa cum laude, 2008 Law School: University of Iowa, 2011 Admitted to Practice: States: Iowa and Missouri Federal Courts: Northern District of Iowa, Southern District of Iowa, Eighth Circuit Court of Appeals

Connor Mulholland is a Partner at Mueller, Schmidt, Mulholland & Cooling, PLLC. Connor is a dedicated advocate for individuals who have suffered injuries due to the negligence of others. As a partner at the firm, Connor focuses his practice on personal injury, workers’ compensation, car accident claims, trucking accidents, and dog bite cases. With a deep commitment to justice, he works tirelessly to ensure his clients receive the compensation and care they deserve.. Connor believes that clear, consistent communication is the cornerstone of effective legal representation. He takes the time to understand each client’s unique situation and ensures they are informed and empowered throughout the legal process.. Connor is currently accepting new clients and offers free consultations to help individuals explore their legal options without pressure or obligation.. Call now at to discuss your case.

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.

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.