http://www.davisbrownlaw.com/RSS document generatorCopyright 2013 Blue CompassBlue Compass RSS GeneratorRssDocumentForHttp/wwwdavisbrownlawcomhttp://feedburner.google.comhttp://www.davisbrownlaw.com/in-the-news-view.aspx?id=1700On Thursday, May 8, the Board of Directors of Lex Mundi, the world's leading network of independent law firms with in-depth experience in 100+ countries worldwide, voted to renewMon, 20 May 2013 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.davisbrownlaw.com/in-the-news-view.aspx?id=1697Shareholders Scott M. Brennan and Beverly Evans will be in Amsterdam representing the Davis Brown Law Firm at the Lex Mundi Leadership Summit and Annual Conference from May 9-11, 2013. The Leadership Summit and Annual Conference has been specifically designedThu, 09 May 2013 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.davisbrownlaw.com/in-the-news-view.aspx?id=1687Davis Brown shareholder Sharon K. Malheiro was recently selected by the Iowa Organization of Women Attorneys (I.O.W.A.) and the Iowa National Bar Association as this year's recipient of the 11th Annual Gertrude Rush award. Fri, 03 May 2013 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.davisbrownlaw.com/in-the-news-view.aspx?id=1669Deborah M. Tharnish, a senior shareholder of the Davis Brown Law Firm, was recently named a Fellow of the Iowa Academy of Trial Lawyers. Membership in the Iowa Academy of Trial Lawyers is by invitation only, upon sponsorship and recommendation from peers and judges and unanimous approval by the Board of Governors. Fri, 26 Apr 2013 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.davisbrownlaw.com/in-the-news-view.aspx?id=1666Robert W. Dixon, an associate attorney of the Davis Brown Law Firm, was recently featured in a Business Record article titled "SEC warning: Tighten asset security".Mon, 15 Apr 2013 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.davisbrownlaw.com/in-the-news-view.aspx?id=1662The Davis Brown Law Firm congratulates Nikki Miras Mordini on five years of service. She is a member of the Litigation Division and practices in the areas of immigration, including removal/deportation, criminal law and family law.Mon, 08 Apr 2013 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.davisbrownlaw.com/in-the-news-view.aspx?id=1663The Davis Brown Law Firm congratulates Sarah K. Franklin on five years of service. Sarah is an associate of the Davis Brown Law Firm and a member for the Litigation Division.Mon, 08 Apr 2013 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.davisbrownlaw.com/in-the-news-view.aspx?id=1629Davis Brown shareholders David M. Erickson and Jason M. Stone will present at Drake Law School's Real Estate Transactions Seminar on Friday, March 15.Thu, 07 Mar 2013 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.davisbrownlaw.com/in-the-news-view.aspx?id=1631Like any good horror movie the monster seems a lot scarier in the first frame then at the end of the program. On Tuesday, April 16, from Noon to 1 p.m., Davis Brown attorney Jo Ellen Whitney will review, "Regzilla - The new HIPAA mega rule." Thu, 07 Mar 2013 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.davisbrownlaw.com/in-the-news-view.aspx?id=1632The Davis Brown Law Firm will once again be a sponsor of the 76th Annual Drake Supreme Court Banquet on Saturday, March 9th.Thu, 07 Mar 2013 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.davisbrownlaw.com/in-the-news-view.aspx?id=1633The Davis Brown Law Firm will serve as a sponsor for the 2013 Equal Justice After Hours, an event supporting Iowa Legal Aid. The event will be held Thursday, March 28, from 5-7:30 p.m. at the Temple for Performing Arts, 1011 Locus Street, Grand Hall, Fourth Floor, Des Moines.Thu, 07 Mar 2013 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.davisbrownlaw.com/in-the-news-view.aspx?id=1587The Davis Brown Law Firm congratulates Thomas J. Houser on 15 years of service. Tom is a senior shareholder of the Davis Brown Law Firm. He is also the chair of Estate Planning Department. Thu, 17 Jan 2013 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.davisbrownlaw.com/in-the-news-view.aspx?id=1583The 26th Annual Employment Law Update will be held on Thursday, April 25, 2013. Wed, 09 Jan 2013 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.davisbrownlaw.com/in-the-news-view.aspx?id=1574The Davis Brown Law Firm is pleased to announce that Christopher E. James has been elected a shareholder, effective January 2013. Mon, 17 Dec 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.davisbrownlaw.com/in-the-news-view.aspx?id=1558The Davis Brown Law Firm is proud to be the exclusive law firm sponsor of the 6th Annual Iowa Land Investment Expo scheduled on Tuesday, Jan. 18, from 7:00 a.m.-6:30 p.m. at the Sheraton West Des Moines, 1800 50th St.Wed, 05 Dec 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.davisbrownlaw.com/in-the-news-view.aspx?id=1546Katherine C. Carlucci recently joined the Davis Brown Law Firm as an associate attorney. She will practice in the area of Lobbying and Governmental Relations. Mon, 19 Nov 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.davisbrownlaw.com/in-the-news-view.aspx?id=1547Matthew W. Coryell, a registered patent attorney, recently joined the Intellectual Property Department of the Davis Brown Law Firm as an associate attorney. Mon, 19 Nov 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.davisbrownlaw.com/in-the-news-view.aspx?id=1548The Davis Brown Law Firm has been recognized by LexisNexis® Martindale-Hubbell® as one of the top nationally ranked law firms in the United States, as determined by the firm's percentage of Martindale-Hubbell AV® PreeminentT rated attorneys. Fri, 09 Nov 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.davisbrownlaw.com/in-the-news-view.aspx?id=1543On Monday, Nov. 5, the Iowa Telecommunications Association (ITA) named Davis Brown Law Firm Of Counsel attorney Robert F. Holz an ITA Honorary Member during their 116th Annual Convention and Trade Show in Des Moines.Wed, 07 Nov 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.davisbrownlaw.com/in-the-news-view.aspx?id=1538The Davis Brown Law Firm congratulates Jason Ross on 10 years of service. Jason is a shareholder of the Davis Brown Law Firm and is a member of the Business Division. He has a general practice in, but not limited to, commercial transactions, mergers and acquisitions and distribution and franchise law. Tue, 06 Nov 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.davisbrownlaw.com/in-the-news-view.aspx?id=1551The Davis Brown Law Firm was recently recognized in the 2013 Edition of U.S. News Media Group and Best Lawyers®' "Best Law Firm" rankings - a comprehensive survey of America's top law firms. These rankings, which are presented in tiers ranging from 1 to 3, showcase more than 9,600 different law firms ranked nationally in one or more of the 75 major legal practice areas and in metropolitan or state rankings in one or more of the 119 major legal practice areas.Sun, 04 Nov 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.davisbrownlaw.com/in-the-news-view.aspx?id=1533On Friday, Nov. 16, from 1-5 p.m., the Davis Brown Law Firm will host the Annual Fiduciary Litigation Seminar. Join us as we examine current developments in and strategies for trust and estate fiduciaries to reduce their exposure to litigation.Thu, 01 Nov 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.davisbrownlaw.com/in-the-news-view.aspx?id=1503For the seventh consecutive year, the Davis Brown Law Firm has been named Des Moines' "Best Law Firm" by the readers of the Business Record in its annual readers' poll.Fri, 21 Sep 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.davisbrownlaw.com/in-the-news-view.aspx?id=1491Six Davis Brown shareholders, Bill Boatwright, Bruce Campbell, David Erickson, Gene La Suer, Sharon Malheiro and Jo Ellen Whitney, have been selected as central Iowa's "Lawyer of the Year" by Best Lawyers in America® 2013. Best Lawyers designates just one "Lawyer of the Year" from each specialty area in each community. Since 2011, the number of Davis Brown lawyers to receive this honor has doubled. Tue, 11 Sep 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.davisbrownlaw.com/in-the-news-view.aspx?id=1492Nineteen Davis Brown attorneys were included in the Great Plains edition of Super Lawyers for 2012. Selection for Super Lawyers is based on multiple factors, including peer nominations, evaluations and third party research.Mon, 10 Sep 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.davisbrownlaw.com/in-the-news-view.aspx?id=1487On Thursday, Nov. 1, from 11 a.m.-4:30 p.m., the Davis Brown Law Firm will host the Annual Health Law Seminar at the Courtyard Marriott in Ankeny. Firm clients, including their employees, officers and directors, are invited to attend. Wed, 05 Sep 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.davisbrownlaw.com/in-the-news-view.aspx?id=1484On Wednesday, Nov. 28, Davis Brown shareholders Becky Knutson, Deb Tharnish and Jo Ellen Whitney will present the 2012 FMLA Master Class for Iowa Employers: Overcoming Compliance and Employee Leave Challenges.Tue, 04 Sep 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.davisbrownlaw.com/in-the-news-view.aspx?id=1472Thirty two attorneys from the Davis Brown Law Firm were recently selected by their peers for inclusion in The Best Lawyers in America® 2013. Becky S. Knutson, Matthew E. Laughlin, Gary M. Myers and Debra Rectenbaugh Pettit were named to the list for the first time, while Bruce Campbell and Frank Carroll mark their 26th year. Robert Holz, John Shors and Margaret Van Houten were named to the list for the 21st year.Wed, 22 Aug 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.davisbrownlaw.com/in-the-news-view.aspx?id=1469The Davis Brown Law Firm congratulates John Pietila on 10 years of service. John is a shareholder of the Davis Brown Law Firm and a member of the firm's Business Division.Fri, 17 Aug 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.davisbrownlaw.com/in-the-news-view.aspx?id=1467The Davis Brown Law Firm congratulates David VanSickel on 35 years of service. David is a senior shareholder in the Business Division. He has a general practice in, but not limited to, Finance and Public Finance. Wed, 15 Aug 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.davisbrownlaw.com/in-the-news-view.aspx?id=1458The Davis Brown Law Firm congratulates Lori Chesser on 25 years of service. Lori is a senior shareholder of the Davis Brown Law Firm and the chair of the firm's Immigration Department.Fri, 03 Aug 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.davisbrownlaw.com/in-the-news-view.aspx?id=1451The Davis Brown Law Firm congratulates Robert Douglas on 30 years of service. Bob is a senior shareholder of the Davis Brown Law Firm and maintains a practice in the areas of real estate transactions and financial institutions.Thu, 26 Jul 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.davisbrownlaw.com/in-the-news-view.aspx?id=1447The Davis Brown Law Firm congratulates Steven Nelson on 35 years of service. Steve is a senior shareholder and a member of the Litigation Division.Wed, 18 Jul 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.davisbrownlaw.com/in-the-news-view.aspx?id=1439The Davis Brown Law Firm congratulates Kent Herink on 30 years of service. Kent is a senior shareholder of the Davis Brown Law Firm and is the Chair of the Intellectual Property Division.Thu, 12 Jul 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.davisbrownlaw.com/in-the-news-view.aspx?id=1435The Davis Brown Law Firm congratulates Don Brown on 50 years of service. Don, a former senior shareholder and current Of Counsel to the firm, has practiced in the corporate, mergers and acquisitions, tax, and securities areas of law. Tue, 10 Jul 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.davisbrownlaw.com/in-the-news-view.aspx?id=1427The Davis Brown Law Firm has been recognized as one of the premium brand names in the legal world, according to BTI's just-released report, The BTI Brand Elite: Client Perceptions of the Best-Branded Law Firms. BTI's analysis of law firm brands rates nearly 400 law firms on nine key dimensions and three critical success factors driving clients to select and hire law firms including Client Recommendations, Bet-the-Company status and market-leading Innovation.Tue, 26 Jun 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.davisbrownlaw.com/in-the-news-view.aspx?id=1417The Davis Brown Law Firm congratulates Bob Holz on 45 years of service.Wed, 20 Jun 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.davisbrownlaw.com/in-the-news-view.aspx?id=1414On Thursday, June 14, the Davis Brown Law Firm, Iowa Sister States and the Iowa National Guard hosted a reception for Ms. Atifete Jahjaga, President of the Republic of Kosovo...Thu, 14 Jun 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.davisbrownlaw.com/in-the-news-view.aspx?id=140914 Davis Brown Attorneys Recognized as "Leading Lawyers for Business"Thu, 07 Jun 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.davisbrownlaw.com/in-the-news-view.aspx?id=1404The Davis Brown Law Firm welcomes four law students for the 2012 Summer Associate Program. Mon, 14 May 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.davisbrownlaw.com/in-the-news-view.aspx?id=1370The Davis Brown Law Firm congratulates Jeffrey D. Ewoldt on five years of service. Jeff is a shareholder of the firm and is a member of the Litigation Division... Mon, 07 May 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.davisbrownlaw.com/in-the-news-view.aspx?id=1347Fourteen attorneys from the Davis Brown Law Firm were recently named to the 2012 Super Lawyers Business Edition. Thu, 05 Apr 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.davisbrownlaw.com/in-the-news-view.aspx?id=1345The Davis Brown Law Firm was recently selected as a Member of the Claims & Litigation Management Alliance. Inclusion within the CLM's highly selective roster of Member Firms is indicative of the firm's commitment to high standards in professional responsibility and excellence. Mon, 19 Mar 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.davisbrownlaw.com/in-the-news-view.aspx?id=1348The 25th Annual Employment Law Update will be held on Thursday, April 19 at Veterans Memorial Auditorium, Iowa Events Center, 730 3rd Street, in Des Moines. Mon, 05 Mar 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.davisbrownlaw.com/in-the-news-view.aspx?id=1344Sean D. Solberg, a registered patent attorney, recently joined the Davis Brown Law Firm. As a member of the firm's Intellectual Property Department, he serves as patent counsel to clients ranging from ...Wed, 29 Feb 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.davisbrownlaw.com/in-the-news-view.aspx?id=1343The Davis Brown Law Firm congratulates Joseph M. Pawlosky for 10 years of service. Sat, 18 Feb 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.davisbrownlaw.com/in-the-news-view.aspx?id=1340The Davis Brown Law Firm celebrated the opening of its new office in Ames, Iowa on Tuesday, Jan. 24, 2012. Mon, 30 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.davisbrownlaw.com/in-the-news-view.aspx?id=1342On January 7, 2012, associate attorneys from the Davis Brown Law Firm collaborated to make a dinner for the families of the New Directions Shelter in Des Moines.Mon, 09 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.davisbrownlaw.com/in-the-news-view.aspx?id=1338The Davis Brown Law Firm is proud to be the exclusive law firm sponsor of the 5th Annual Iowa Land Investment Expo scheduled on Friday, Jan. 20, from 7:15 a.m.-6 p.m. Wed, 21 Dec 2011 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.davisbrownlaw.com/in-the-news-view.aspx?id=1346The Davis Brown Law Firm was recently recognized by Martindale-Hubbell® and Fortune Magazine as one of the "Top Ranked Law Firms" in the United States. Out of 254,000 law firms nationwide, fewer than 1,000 were selected for this honor. Wed, 21 Dec 2011 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.davisbrownlaw.com/in-the-news-view.aspx?id=1336The Davis Brown Law Firm recently announced the winner of the firm's annual holiday greeting card contest. In partnership with VSA Iowa - the state organization on arts and disability - Davis Brown collected entries from local artists for consideration.Thu, 15 Dec 2011 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.davisbrownlaw.com/in-the-news-view.aspx?id=1335The Davis Brown Law Firm was recently named to the "BTI Client Service A-Team," as a leader in client service among law firms. Wed, 14 Dec 2011 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.davisbrownlaw.com/in-the-news-view.aspx?id=1334The Davis Brown Law Firm is pleased to announce that Nikki Miras Mordini, Courtney Strutt Todd and Mark D. Wickham have all been elected shareholders, effective January 2012. Tue, 13 Dec 2011 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.davisbrownlaw.com/in-the-news-view.aspx?id=1332The Davis Brown Law Firm was recently recognized in the second edition (2011-2012) of U.S. News Media Group and Best Lawyers®' "Best Law Firm" rankings - a comprehensive survey of America's top law firms.Mon, 14 Nov 2011 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.davisbrownlaw.com/in-the-news-view.aspx?id=1329The Davis Brown Law Firm congratulates B.J. Miller on 5 years of service. B.J. is a shareholder of the Davis Brown Law Firm in the Business Division.Tue, 25 Oct 2011 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.davisbrownlaw.com/in-the-news-view.aspx?id=1328The Davis Brown Law Firm was recently chosen as a recipient of the Friends of Iowa Civil Rights Award for the firm's history of active involvement in public policy, advocacy and diversity initiatives.Wed, 12 Oct 2011 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.davisbrownlaw.com/in-the-news-view.aspx?id=1327Seventeen Davis Brown attorneys were included in the Great Plains edition of Super Lawyers for 2011.Tue, 11 Oct 2011 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.davisbrownlaw.com/in-the-news-view.aspx?id=1325Frank J. Carroll, Bruce I. Campbell and Deborah M. Tharnish, shareholders at the Davis Brown Law Firm, have each been designated as a "Des Moines Best Lawyers Lawyer of the Year" for 2012. Tue, 04 Oct 2011 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.davisbrownlaw.com/in-the-news-view.aspx?id=1323The Davis Brown Law Firm was recently named Des Moines' "Best Law Firm" by the readers of the Business Record in its 16th annual readers' poll. Fri, 30 Sep 2011 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.davisbrownlaw.com/in-the-news-view.aspx?id=1318The Davis Brown Law Firm has been named the number one mid-sized workplace in the "Iowa Top Workplaces 2011" - a list of the best places to work in the state.Fri, 16 Sep 2011 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.davisbrownlaw.com/in-the-news-view.aspx?id=1317On Monday, Sept. 12, the Davis Brown Law Firm received an Iowa Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve (ESGR) Governor's Award in a ceremony led by Governor Terry Branstad and Dick Rue, chairman of the Iowa Committee of the ESGR. Tue, 13 Sep 2011 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.davisbrownlaw.com/in-the-news-view.aspx?id=1316Twenty eight attorneys from the Davis Brown Law Firm have earned recognition in The Best Lawyers in America (2012). Mon, 12 Sep 2011 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.davisbrownlaw.com/in-the-news-view.aspx?id=1315Davis Brown's Start-Up Launchpad was featured in the Des Moines Register on Sept. 8, 2011.Thu, 08 Sep 2011 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.davisbrownlaw.com/in-the-news-view.aspx?id=1322Ann E. Naffier joined the Davis Brown Law Firm in September 2011 as an associate attorney in the immigration department. Tue, 06 Sep 2011 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.davisbrownlaw.com/in-the-news-view.aspx?id=1314Wed, 24 Aug 2011 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.davisbrownlaw.com/in-the-news-view.aspx?id=1320Matthew Warner-Blankenship joined the Davis Brown Law Firm in August 2011 as an associate attorney. Matthew will practice in the area of intellectual property law. Mon, 15 Aug 2011 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.davisbrownlaw.com/in-the-news-view.aspx?id=1319Jana M. Luttenegger joined the Davis Brown Law Firm in August 2011 as an associate attorney.Sat, 06 Aug 2011 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.davisbrownlaw.com/in-the-news-view.aspx?id=1311The Davis Brown Law Firm recently launched a new blog for founders, startups and emerging companies. The Start-Up Launchpad Blog...Mon, 18 Jul 2011 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.davisbrownlaw.com/in-the-news-view.aspx?id=1310The Iowa Innovation Council recently published the "Guide to the Iowa Innovators Resource Network". The guide is intended to serve as a resource for innovators and entrepreneurs, while showcasing statewide organizations working to help entrepreneurs succeed. Wed, 29 Jun 2011 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.davisbrownlaw.com/in-the-news-view.aspx?id=1309The Davis Brown Law Firm congratulates Beverly Evans for 15 years of service. Bev is a senior shareholder of the Davis Brown...Mon, 27 Jun 2011 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.davisbrownlaw.com/in-the-news-view.aspx?id=1308The Davis Brown Law Firm congratulates Matthew E. Laughlin for 15 years of service. Matt is a senior shareholder...Mon, 27 Jun 2011 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.davisbrownlaw.com/in-the-news-view.aspx?id=1307The Davis Brown Law Firm Congratulates Gary M. Myers for 25 Years of Service. Gary is a senior shareholder of the Davis Brown Law Firm...Wed, 15 Jun 2011 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.davisbrownlaw.com/in-the-news-view.aspx?id=1306Lifelong pilot, actor and Davis Brown Law Firm attorney Albert J. Greffenius died Friday, June 3, 2011 in Des Moines, Iowa.Fri, 03 Jun 2011 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.davisbrownlaw.com/in-the-news-view.aspx?id=1305The Davis Brown Law Firm Congratulates Jason M. Stone for 10 Years of Service. Jason Stone is a shareholder of the Davis Brown...Fri, 03 Jun 2011 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.davisbrownlaw.com/in-the-news-view.aspx?id=1304The Davis Brown Law Firm congratulates Stanley J. Thompson for 25 years of service. Stan is a senior shareholder...Thu, 02 Jun 2011 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.davisbrownlaw.com/in-the-news-view.aspx?id=1302The Davis Brown Law Firm welcomes four law students for the 2011 Summer Associate Program. Tue, 31 May 2011 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.davisbrownlaw.com/in-the-news-view.aspx?id=1303Michael C. Richards joined the Davis Brown Law Firm on May 31, 2011. His litigation practice focuses on all stages of complex civil litigation, with an emphasis on defense litigation. Tue, 31 May 2011 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.davisbrownlaw.com/in-the-news-view.aspx?id=1301On May 24, Major William P. Kelly, a JAG Officer and Davis Brown attorney currently serving in Afghanistan, and his unit delivered ten boxes of school supplies donated by the Davis Brown Law Firm to students in Panjshir Province, Afghanistan. Fri, 27 May 2011 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.davisbrownlaw.com/in-the-news-view.aspx?id=1298The Greater Des Moines Leadership Institute's Daybreak Leadership Breakfast will focus on Des Moines' developing entrepreneurial ecosystem...Thu, 12 May 2011 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.davisbrownlaw.com/in-the-news-view.aspx?id=1297The Department of Defense (DoD) recently announced that the Davis Brown Law Firm was among 148 employers who have been selected as semifinalists for the 2011 Secretary of Defense Employer Support Freedom Award, the highest recognition given to employers for exceptional support of their employees serving in the Guard and Reserve. Fri, 06 May 2011 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.davisbrownlaw.com/in-the-news-view.aspx?id=1300The Davis Brown Law Firm Congratulates Debra Rectenbaugh Pettit for 15 Years of Service. Debra is a shareholder...Fri, 15 Apr 2011 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.davisbrownlaw.com/in-the-news-view.aspx?id=1296Joseph A. Happe has joined the Davis Brown Law Firm as a shareholder attorney...Fri, 15 Apr 2011 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.davisbrownlaw.com/in-the-news-view.aspx?id=1294On Saturday, April 9, the Iowa Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve (ESGR) committee presented the Davis Brown Law Firm with the Pro Patria Award, the highest state-level award given to a civilian employer by the US Department of Defense, at the Annual ESGR Employer Recognition Banquet.Mon, 11 Apr 2011 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.davisbrownlaw.com/in-the-news-view.aspx?id=1299The Davis Brown Law Firm Congratulates Judith R. "Lynn" Boes for 15 Years of Service. Lynn is a shareholder...Fri, 08 Apr 2011 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.davisbrownlaw.com/in-the-news-view.aspx?id=1293Sarah E. Crane joined the Davis Brown Law Firm on March 14, 2011 as an associate attorney in the litigation division. Mon, 14 Mar 2011 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.davisbrownlaw.com/in-the-news-view.aspx?id=1292Tara Z. Hall has been elected a shareholder of the Davis Brown Law Firm in Des Moines. Tara maintains a...Wed, 09 Feb 2011 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.davisbrownlaw.com/in-the-news-view.aspx?id=1291Jeffrey D. Ewoldt has been elected a shareholder of the Davis Brown Law Firm in Des Moines. He is a member of the firm's Litigation Division..Wed, 09 Feb 2011 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.davisbrownlaw.com/in-the-news-view.aspx?id=1290The Davis Brown Law Firm announced the winner of the annual holiday greeting card contest and donated $1,000 to Big Brothers and Big Sisters of Central Iowa...Fri, 03 Dec 2010 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.davisbrownlaw.com/in-the-news-view.aspx?id=1289The Davis Brown Law Firm received an Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve (ESGR) award on Thursday, November 4, 2010. Mon, 08 Nov 2010 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.davisbrownlaw.com/in-the-news-view.aspx?id=1288Davis Brown attorney Lori Chesser was a guest with Geoff Fisher on 98.3 WOW-FM...Tue, 12 Oct 2010 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.davisbrownlaw.com/in-the-news-view.aspx?id=1287To mark its 75th anniversary, the American Civil Liberties Union of Iowa has recognized five Iowa attorneys and one law firm for exemplary service to protecting civil liberties in Iowa.Fri, 01 Oct 2010 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.davisbrownlaw.com/in-the-news-view.aspx?id=1286Davis Brown attorneys Courtney Strutt Todd and Jason M. Ross were members of the Greater Des Moines Leadership Class of 2009-2010. The group created Give Back Des Moines, a campaign that raised more than $90,000 in cash and collected over 30,000 basic need items for 37 local charities. Thu, 30 Sep 2010 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.davisbrownlaw.com/in-the-news-view.aspx?id=1324The Davis Brown Law Firm congratulates Kris Holub Tilley on 20 years of service. Kris is a senior shareholder of the Davis Brown Law Firm and a trial attorney in the firm's Litigation Division.Fri, 27 Aug 2010 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.davisbrownlaw.com/in-the-news-view.aspx?id=1284The Davis Brown Law Firm was voted Best Law Firm in Des Moines 2010 by the readers of the Business Record. The firm has had much to celebrate in 2010 including growth to 77 attorneys; recognition of firm president Sharon Malheiro by the Greater Des Moines Leadership Institute Civic Leadership Award winner and Business Record Women of Influence; Scott Brennan was named to the Democratic National CommitteeMon, 16 Aug 2010 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.davisbrownlaw.com/in-the-news-view.aspx?id=1285Sharon Malheiro is a senior shareholder of the Davis Brown Law Firm. Sharon practices in the areas of Employment Law, including employment discrimination litigation, EEO/AA, and corporate employment policies and practices, as well as Media and Communications Law.Fri, 30 Jul 2010 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.davisbrownlaw.com/in-the-news-view.aspx?id=1283Mark is a senior shareholder of the Davis Brown Law Firm and a member of the Business Division. Mark practices in the areas of Commercial Law, Bankruptcy Law and Business Litigation. Thu, 22 Jul 2010 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.davisbrownlaw.com/in-the-news-view.aspx?id=1282Jeffrey A. Baker joined the Davis Brown Law Firm on July 13, 2010 as special counsel in the business division's employment and labor law department. He has a general practice including but not limited to workers compensation. Tue, 13 Jul 2010 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.davisbrownlaw.com/in-the-news-view.aspx?id=1281Deborah M. Tharnish celebrated her 30th anniversary at the Davis Brown Law Firm in June. She is a senior shareholder of the Des Moines, Iowa law firm working with employment and litigation clients. Thu, 01 Jul 2010 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.davisbrownlaw.com/in-the-news-view.aspx?id=1280Michael G. Kulik celebrated his 40th anniversary at the Davis Brown Law Firm in June. He is a senior shareholder of the Des Moines, Iowa law firm working with telecommunications and non-profits. Thu, 01 Jul 2010 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.davisbrownlaw.com/in-the-news-view.aspx?id=1279Davis Brown attorney Nikki Mordini will be speaking about immigration law at the Polk County Bar Association Summer General Practice CLE on Friday, June 18, 2010. Mordini is an associate in the immigration department whose practice includes removal / deportation, criminal and family law.Thu, 17 Jun 2010 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.davisbrownlaw.com/in-the-news-view.aspx?id=1278The Davis Brown Law Firm has been recognized by Chambers USA as one of the top law firms in Des Moines, Iowa in six areas of law. Sixteen Davis Brown attorneys have been honored as well. Chambers USA, based in London, covers all the major practice areas at national levels, as well as, the key specializations within each state.Fri, 11 Jun 2010 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.davisbrownlaw.com/in-the-news-view.aspx?id=1276If you are looking for more information about Davis Brown, we have an online version of our brochure for you to download. Filled with information about our attorneys, legal services, history, and community, we showcase our new offices in stunning photography. Fri, 14 May 2010 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.davisbrownlaw.com/in-the-news-view.aspx?id=1275Davis Brown of counsel attorney Neal Smith's book "Hanging Out In Bur Oak" was mentioned in the Des Moines Register Tuesday, March 16, 2010 Biz Buzz column by Lynn Hicks and Dave Elbert. The book is a fictional story of his childhood while growing up during the great depression. Tue, 16 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.davisbrownlaw.com/in-the-news-view.aspx?id=1274Davis Brown attorney Steve Morain was featured on a cover story in the Saturday, March 13, 2010 edition of the Business Record. "The Unretired," by Kent Darr, featured businesspeople in Des Moines who retired from successful careers, only to reemerge in new roles with leading local businesses. Sun, 14 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.davisbrownlaw.com/in-the-news-view.aspx?id=1273Davis Brown attorney Sharon Malheiro was featured in Lynn Hicks' Iowans on Leadership series on Sunday, March 7, 2010. The Des Moines Register business series focuses on leaders within business and the community.Sun, 07 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.davisbrownlaw.com/in-the-news-view.aspx?id=1269The Neal Smith "Entrepreneur of the Year" Award was given to Gina Blean and Kelly Heysinger, owners of Dubuque-based Unified Therapy Services. The award was established to recognize entrepreneurs and honor the Iowa Congressman and Davis Brown Of Counsel attorney for his involvement in establishing the Small Business Development Center in Iowa. The awards were presented at a ceremony at the State Capitol Building on February 3, 2010. Mon, 08 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.davisbrownlaw.com/in-the-news-view.aspx?id=1270Jodie Clark McDougal has been elected a shareholder of the Davis Brown Law Firm. Jodie has a general practice, mostly within the litigation arena, which includes torts and insurance defense, intellectual property litigation, commercial/business litigation, medical malpractice defense, construction contracts and litigation, creditor/debtor law and litigation, landlord/tenant law and litigation, real estate law and litigation, employment litigation, products liability litigation, commercial lease law and litigation, lemon law litigation, and appeals.Fri, 01 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.davisbrownlaw.com/in-the-news-view.aspx?id=1268Tom Stanberry has joined the Davis Brown Law Firm as a shareholder attorney. Stanberry practices in the business division's financial institutions, public finance, and securities departments. Tue, 29 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.davisbrownlaw.com/in-the-news-view.aspx?id=1272The Davis Brown Law Firm announced the winner of their annual holiday greeting card contest and donated $1,000 to VSA of Iowa. Dick Grodt, a Cedar Rapids artist, designed the original artwork. In a reception at the firm, Steph Jessen, Executive Director of VSA Iowa was presented a framed edition of the card and $1,000 was donated to VSA of Iowa.Wed, 23 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.davisbrownlaw.com/in-the-news-view.aspx?id=1271Davis Brown Tower businesses "Filled The Tower" and donated over 1700 items of food, diapers, paper products and other non-perishables, and $1,338 to the Food Bank of Iowa on Thursday, December 3. The Davis Brown Law Firm, First National Bank of Iowa, LightEdge Solutions, Inc., Josephs Jewelers, and Orchestrate Management employees gave generously to help support the community through the holiday season. Fri, 04 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.davisbrownlaw.com/in-the-news-view.aspx?id=1267Congratulations to the twenty-five Davis Brown Law Firm Attorneys recognized by The Best Lawyers in America 2010 to be published in December 2009. Lawyers are nominated and voted upon by their peers who know and respect their professional work. Thu, 12 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.davisbrownlaw.com/in-the-news-view.aspx?id=1265The Davis Brown Law Firm announces that Bill Hanigan has joined the firm as a Shareholder. Bill has a general practice in but not limited to the areas of Business Organizations and Transactions, Agribusiness, Corporate Restructuring, Finance, and Securities.Tue, 10 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.davisbrownlaw.com/in-the-news-view.aspx?id=1264Julie is a senior shareholder of the Davis Brown Law Firm in the Business Division. She has a general practice in but not limited to areas of Banking, Bankruptcy, Business Organizations, and Mergers and Acquisitions.Tue, 15 Sep 2009 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.davisbrownlaw.com/in-the-news-view.aspx?id=1263Beau is a senior shareholder of the Davis Brown Law Firm in the Business Division. He is also the Chair of Financial Institutions, Public Finance and Securities Departments.Tue, 15 Sep 2009 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.davisbrownlaw.com/in-the-news-view.aspx?id=1262Chris Jannes was recognized by members of the firm Board of Directors and Staff. Chris is a senior shareholder in the Litigation Division.Mon, 14 Sep 2009 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.davisbrownlaw.com/in-the-news-view.aspx?id=1261The street will close and the party will start at 11am on Wednesday, September 16 for the second annual Destination 10th Street block party. Vendors including Smoky D's BBQ, Django, Raccoon River Brewery, Centro, and Gateway Market will serve mouth-watering $4 lunches to the public and Des Moines funk/jazz/blues band, One Nite Stand, will rock the street. Wed, 09 Sep 2009 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.davisbrownlaw.com/in-the-news-view.aspx?id=1260The Davis Brown Law Firm was voted Best Law Firm in Des Moines 2009 by the readers of the Business Record. The August 17, 2009 edition recognized the firm and their commitment to downtown and exceptional client service. Mon, 17 Aug 2009 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.davisbrownlaw.com/in-the-news-view.aspx?id=1258Gene La Suer was recognized by members of the firm Board of Directors and Staff. Gene is a senior shareholder of the Davis Brown Law Firm in the Employment and Labor Law Department and served as President of the Firm's Board of Directors during 1996 and 1997.Thu, 16 Jul 2009 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.davisbrownlaw.com/in-the-news-view.aspx?id=1266The Davis Brown Law Firm announces that Stephen M. Morain has joined as an Of Counsel attorney. Steve's practice encompasses Business Organization and Transaction, Finance, Lobbying and Government Relations, Securities, and Insurance. Tue, 14 Jul 2009 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.davisbrownlaw.com/in-the-news-view.aspx?id=1257The Polk County Bar Association recognized members of the Davis Brown Law Firm for their outstanding service to the Polk County Bar Association Volunteer Lawyers Project in 2008 at the annual Law Clerk Luncheon on Tuesday, June 9, 2009. Combined, they donated more than 900 hours of their time to help individuals who cannot afford an attorney with legal problems.Wed, 10 Jun 2009 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.davisbrownlaw.com/in-the-news-view.aspx?id=1256Davis Brown Law Firm has presented the Greater Des Moines Leadership Institute (GDMLI) Class of 2008-2009 with a $2,500 donation for Almost Home: A Beautification Project Benefiting Broadlawns Medical Center's Mental Health Services. Thu, 04 Jun 2009 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.davisbrownlaw.com/in-the-news-view.aspx?id=1255Best Lawyers honored the extraordinary accomplishments of Donald J. Brown, Bruce I. Campbell and Frank J. Carroll of Davis, Brown, Koehn, Shors & Roberts during its 25th Anniversary Event in Atlanta, Georgia, in April 2009.Wed, 20 May 2009 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.davisbrownlaw.com/in-the-news-view.aspx?id=1254Davis Brown Law Firm attorney Sharon Malheiro and Lambda Legal Senior Staff attorney Camilla Taylor will be honored at the 2009 Matthew Shepard Scholarship Awards Dinner on June 5, 2009. Sharon Malheiro was co-counsel in defending Judge Jeffrey Neary in the Alons v. Iowa District Court for Woodbury County civil union dissolution case, an expert witness in Varnum v. Brien marriage equality case, and was instrumental in encouraging Lambda Legal to successfully lead both cases, which resulted in victorious Iowa Supreme Court decisions.Tue, 19 May 2009 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.davisbrownlaw.com/in-the-news-view.aspx?id=1252Deborah M. Tharnish, a senior shareholder of the Davis Brown Law Firm, was elected President of the Board of Directors of Iowa Legal Aid at the organization's annual meeting held May 2nd in Des Moines.Wed, 13 May 2009 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.davisbrownlaw.com/in-the-news-view.aspx?id=1251Governor Chet Culver will mark National Train Day this Saturday by bringing the Governor's Train Day Special from Valley Junction in West Des Moines into downtown Des Moines, where he will hold a public event with local leaders and transportation officials promoting the benefits of passenger rail to the state, and read a proclamation declaring National Train Day in Iowa. Fri, 08 May 2009 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.davisbrownlaw.com/in-the-news-view.aspx?id=1249Davis Brown attorney Sharon Malheiro was quoted in an article in the April 15 edition of The Washington Post. The article traces the 7-year strategy for the state by Lambda Legal, One Iowa, and otherWed, 15 Apr 2009 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.davisbrownlaw.com/in-the-news-view.aspx?id=1247Behnaz Soulati was awarded the Recent Alumni Award posthumously at the Saturday, March 28 University of Iowa College of Law Iowa Alumni Awards Dinner in Iowa City, Iowa. Sat, 28 Mar 2009 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.davisbrownlaw.com/in-the-news-view.aspx?id=1243Michael G. Kulik and Jason M. Stone, senior shareholders of the Davis Brown Law Firm, authored the chapter on Business Formation in the new book "How Business Gets Done: Words of Wisdom by Central Iowa Experts.Wed, 11 Mar 2009 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.davisbrownlaw.com/in-the-news-view.aspx?id=1242The Davis Brown Law Firm recognized Erin Grundy, Meggan Guns, Kevin Teets, and Miriam Van Heukelem at a lunch reception on Wednesday, March 11, 2009.Wed, 11 Mar 2009 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.davisbrownlaw.com/in-the-news-view.aspx?id=1244The Davis Brown Law Firm has a long-standing relationship with the Brody Middle School, named after one of the past shareholders of the firm. The firm continues to support scholarship and recognition of academic achievement in the March 2009 Brody Pride - Going Green celebration. Over 400 students were saluted for academic excellence.Thu, 05 Mar 2009 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.davisbrownlaw.com/in-the-news-view.aspx?id=1241Jonathan Wilson was recognized by members of the firm Board of Directors and Staff. Jonathan is a senior shareholder of the Davis Brown Law Firm in the Business Division. His real estate practice encompasses all aspects of real estate, including sale, purchase, financing, taxation, tax appeals, tax exemptions, condemnations, land use planning / zoning, development, construction, and management. Thu, 15 Jan 2009 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.davisbrownlaw.com/in-the-news-view.aspx?id=1239Emily E. Harris has been elected a shareholder of the Davis Brown Law Firm in Des Moines, Iowa. Emily practices in the firm's business division in the areas of intellectual property (patents, trademarks, copyrights) and intellectual property litigation. Wed, 07 Jan 2009 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.davisbrownlaw.com/in-the-news-view.aspx?id=1240B.J. Miller has been elected a shareholder of the Davis Brown Law Firm in West Des Moines, IA. B.J. practices in the firm's business division in the areas of business organization and transactions and real estate transactions. Wed, 07 Jan 2009 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.davisbrownlaw.com/in-the-news-view.aspx?id=1238The Davis Brown Law Firm was featured in the Winter 2008 edition of Big News, the newsletter of the Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central Iowa.Mon, 15 Dec 2008 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.davisbrownlaw.com/in-the-news-view.aspx?id=1237The Davis Brown Law Firm announced the winner of their annual holiday greeting card contest and donated $1,000 to Big Brothers and Big Sisters of Central Iowa (BBBSCI). Connie A., a Des Moines Community Schools student and Little Sister, designed the original artwork. In a reception at the firm, she was presented a framed edition of her card and $1,000 was donated to BBBSCI.Mon, 15 Dec 2008 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.davisbrownlaw.com/in-the-news-view.aspx?id=1236For the fourth consecutive year, Worth magazine has named Thomas J. Houser as one of its Top 100 Attorneys in America. Houser was nominated by high net-worth Iowans and their financial advisors. Houser has been a mainstay on the exclusive listing since 2005. Fri, 12 Dec 2008 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.davisbrownlaw.com/in-the-news-view.aspx?id=1235New residents of the Davis Brown Tower "Filled The Tower" and donated 2,366 items of food, diapers, paper products and other non-perishables, and $1,831.40 to the Food Bank of Iowa on Thursday, December 4. The Davis Brown Law Firm, First National Bank of Iowa, Josephs Jewelers, and Orchestrate Management employees gave generously to help support the community through the holiday season.Thu, 04 Dec 2008 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.davisbrownlaw.com/in-the-news-view.aspx?id=1234Congratulations to the twenty-one Davis Brown Law Firm Attorneys recognized by The Best Lawyers in America 2009 to be published in December, 2008. Lawyers are nominated and voted upon by their peers who know and respect their professional work. Wed, 12 Nov 2008 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.davisbrownlaw.com/in-the-news-view.aspx?id=1233The Davis Brown Law Firm recognized seven attorneys who have a combined 302 years of service to the firm today. Board President, Bob Douglas, said, "These attorneys have been an integral part of the remarkable leadership of the firm over the years. Significant growth and changes have occurred to the firm during their tenure and each has had a large part of our current success. It is a pleasure to work with them and it is an honor to recognize their commitment to excellence." Thu, 06 Nov 2008 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.davisbrownlaw.com/in-the-news-view.aspx?id=1232David Erickson was recognized by members of the firm Board of Directors and Staff. David is a senior shareholder of the Davis Brown Law Firm in the Real Estate Division. He has a general practice in but not limited to Real Estate and Juvenile Law. Wed, 08 Oct 2008 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.davisbrownlaw.com/in-the-news-view.aspx?id=1231Bill Boatwright was recognized by members of the firm Board of Directors and Staff. Bill Boatwright is a senior shareholder of the Davis Brown Law Firm in the Business Division. He has a general practice in but not limited to the areas of Non-Profit Organizations, Estate Planning and Probate. Wed, 08 Oct 2008 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.davisbrownlaw.com/in-the-news-view.aspx?id=1226Jo Ellen Whitney was recognized by members of the firm Board of Directors and Staff. Jo Ellen is a senior shareholder of the Davis Brown Law Firm. Jo practices in but not limited to the areas of Labor and Employment Law, Healthcare Law, Privacy, and Fair Housing.Tue, 23 Sep 2008 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.davisbrownlaw.com/in-the-news-view.aspx?id=1229Bill Koehn was recognized by members of the firm Board of Directors and Staff. Bill is Of Counsel to the Davis Brown Law Firm in the Litigation Division. His practice encompasses Civil Litigation, Business Litigation, Construction Law, Arbitration, Product Liability, and Environmental Law (Toxic Torts). Tue, 23 Sep 2008 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.davisbrownlaw.com/in-the-news-view.aspx?id=1227Bruce Campbell was recognized by members of the firm Board of Directors and Staff. Bruce is a senior shareholder of the Davis Brown Law Firm in the Business Division. His general practice is in but not limited to the areas of Estate Planning, Estate and Trust Administration and Taxation. Tue, 23 Sep 2008 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.davisbrownlaw.com/in-the-news-view.aspx?id=1228Frank Carroll was recognized by members of the firm Board of Directors and Staff. Frank is a senior shareholder in the Davis Brown Law Firm Business Division. Frank's broad corporate experience includes negotiating acquisitions, joint venture relationships and investments made by venture capital firms.Tue, 23 Sep 2008 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.davisbrownlaw.com/in-the-news-view.aspx?id=1222Tom Houser was recognized by members of the firm Board of Directors and Staff. Tom is a senior shareholder of the Davis Brown Law Firm. Tue, 23 Sep 2008 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.davisbrownlaw.com/in-the-news-view.aspx?id=1223Bill Kelly was recognized by members of the firm Board of Directors and Staff. Bill is a senior shareholder of the Davis Brown Law Firm in the Litigation Division. His practice encompasses general litigation, with primary concern on Family Law, Military Law, Complex Commercial Litigation and Arbitration, Federal Statutory Defense, Commercial Disputes, Breach of Contract, UCC Litigation, and Real Property Litigation. Tue, 23 Sep 2008 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.davisbrownlaw.com/in-the-news-view.aspx?id=1224Ken Watkins was recognized by members of the firm Board of Directors and Staff. Ken is a shareholder of the Davis Brown Law Firm in the Business Division. He practices primarily in the area of long-term care Health Law.Tue, 23 Sep 2008 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.davisbrownlaw.com/in-the-news-view.aspx?id=1225Scott Brennan was recognized by members of the firm Board of Directors and Staff. Scott is a senior shareholder of the Davis Brown Law Firm in the Litigation Division. He has a general practice in but not limited to litigation matters, concerning Construction Litigation, Business Litigation, and Insurance Defense Matters, including Personal Injury, Dram Shop, and damage to property. Tue, 23 Sep 2008 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.davisbrownlaw.com/in-the-news-view.aspx?id=1221Attorney Frank Carroll was interviewed by Steve Boeckman, Editor, for The Iowa Lawyer, Volume 68 Number 8 August 2008 edition.Thu, 04 Sep 2008 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.davisbrownlaw.com/in-the-news-view.aspx?id=1220Of Counsel attorney Al Greffenius was interviewed by Steve Boeckman, Editor, for the article "Lawyer by day, aviator by night."Thu, 04 Sep 2008 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.davisbrownlaw.com/in-the-news-view.aspx?id=1218The Davis Brown Law Firm has once again been recognized as the 2008 Best Law Firm in Des Moines by the Des Moines Business Record. This is the third straight year the Firm has received the award and the seventh time in the last eleven years. Sun, 17 Aug 2008 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.davisbrownlaw.com/in-the-news-view.aspx?id=1216Jason Stone will be involved in a Seminar on forming Organizations and Operations in Iowa held on August 12, 2008 at the Downtown Holiday Inn in Des Moines. He will be speaking on tax aspects and ethics in forming and operating LLCs, LLPs, and Partnerships in Iowa. Fri, 01 Aug 2008 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.davisbrownlaw.com/in-the-news-view.aspx?id=1214Davis Brown attorney Scott Brennan has been named President of the Polk County Bar Association for 2008-2009. He looks forward to continuing the important work done by the Polk County Bar Association.Mon, 28 Jul 2008 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.davisbrownlaw.com/in-the-news-view.aspx?id=1213The Best Lawyers in America 2008 Davis, Brown, Koehn, Shors & Roberts Fri, 18 Jul 2008 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.davisbrownlaw.com/in-the-news-view.aspx?id=1211Congratulations to our 16 attorneys that have been recognized by Super Lawyers.Thu, 03 Jul 2008 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.davisbrownlaw.com/in-the-news-view.aspx?id=1210Congratulations to Julie Johnson McLean for earning an AV peer rating from Martindale-Hubbell®. An AV® certification mark is a significant rating accomplishment - a testament to the fact that a lawyer's peers rank him or her at the highest level of professional excellence.Thu, 03 Jul 2008 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.davisbrownlaw.com/in-the-news-view.aspx?id=1209The Davis Brown Law Firm has been recognized by Chambers USA as one of the top law firms in Des Moines, Iowa in four areas of law. Eleven Davis Brown attorneys have been honored as well. Chambers USA, based in London, covers all the major practice areas at national levels, as well as, the key specializations within each state.Wed, 02 Jul 2008 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.davisbrownlaw.com/in-the-news-view.aspx?id=1207Behnaz Soulati, a shareholder at the Davis Brown Law Firm died Monday, June 9, 2008, in Iowa City, Iowa. She was 38 years old. Wed, 11 Jun 2008 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.davisbrownlaw.com/in-the-news-view.aspx?id=1205Behnaz Soulati was recognized posthumously on Tuesday, June 10 with the Polk County Bar Association Volunteer Lawyers Project 2008 Pro Bono Award. U.S. District Judge Robert Pratt made the presentation for the award honoring dedicated service to the Bar, the VLP, and the community.Wed, 11 Jun 2008 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.davisbrownlaw.com/in-the-news-view.aspx?id=1202Behnaz Soulati was honored Wednesday, June 4 as one of the YWCA of Greater Des Moines Women of Achievement. The award celebrates women who devote time and energy to make the community they live in a better place. It also honors women in the area whose contributions to other women and girls, and who's leadership in the community deserves recognition. She is one of four recipients of the award in 2008. Wed, 04 Jun 2008 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.davisbrownlaw.com/in-the-news-view.aspx?id=1206Neal Smith was honored by Congress by having the Federal Office Building in downtown Des Moines named the Neal Smith Federal Office Building.Sat, 24 May 2008 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.davisbrownlaw.com/in-the-news-view.aspx?id=1204The Des Moines Business Record featured the Davis Brown Law Firm in the article "Davis Brown Tower designed for law firm of the future".Sat, 24 May 2008 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.davisbrownlaw.com/in-the-news-view.aspx?id=1203The Des Moines Business Record featured the Davis Brown Law Firm in the article "Best Places To Work in Central Iowa - 2008".Tue, 06 May 2008 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.davisbrownlaw.com/in-the-news-view.aspx?id=1201Scott Brennan was interviewed in The Grinnell Magazine about his role as the Chair of the Iowa Democratic Party. Mon, 18 Feb 2008 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.davisbrownlaw.com/in-the-news-view.aspx?id=1199Beverly Evans, Regional Vice-Chair of Women and the Law Committee for Lex Mundi, participated in a rainmaking workshop at the North America Regional Conference of Lex Mundi. Wed, 06 Feb 2008 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.davisbrownlaw.com/in-the-news-view.aspx?id=1197SHE'S A SUCCESSFUL LITIGATOR and full partner in one of Iowa's largest law firms. She volunteers hundreds of hours of her time every year to more than a few Des Moines-area community organizationsTue, 22 Jan 2008 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.davisbrownlaw.com/in-the-news-view.aspx?id=1195Attorneys and staff at Davis, Brown, Koehn, Shors & Roberts P.C. helped Combat Hunger with a drive that netted the Food Bank of Iowa 4,499 food and nonperishable items and $1,705 in cash donations.Mon, 31 Dec 2007 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.davisbrownlaw.com/in-the-news-view.aspx?id=1194Attorneys and staff at Davis, Brown, Koehn, Shors & Roberts P.C. commissioned original artwork from VSA arts of Iowa (VSAI) for their 2007 holiday card and presented a $1,000 donation to VSAI. Mon, 31 Dec 2007 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.davisbrownlaw.com/in-the-news-view.aspx?id=1196Deborah M. Tharnish was recently elected President of the Iowa State University Alumni Association, taking office in May, 2008. The Association has over 50,000 members and Tharnish has served on the board for a number of years. Mon, 31 Dec 2007 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.davisbrownlaw.com/in-the-news-view.aspx?id=1193Stephen W. Roberts, Shareholder of the Davis Brown Law Firm, was featured in Inside Counsel magazine's September 2007 edition. He was the subject of a success story in the article "When to Turn to a Law Firm for Lobbying."Fri, 19 Oct 2007 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.davisbrownlaw.com/in-the-news-view.aspx?id=1192Davis, Brown, Koehn, Shors & Roberts P.C. takes pride in offering a broad range of legal services to a diverse client base. The firm's clients include individuals, private and public businesses, multinational corporations, not-for-profit groups, the state of Iowa and its agencies and political subdivisions, hospitals and regulated industries.Fri, 24 Aug 2007 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.davisbrownlaw.com/in-the-news-view.aspx?id=1191Margaret Van Houten joined the firm as a shareholder on May 14, 2007. Her areas of practice include Estate Planning, Taxation, Trust and Estate Administration, Non-Profit Organizations, and Employee Benefits. Fri, 29 Jun 2007 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.davisbrownlaw.com/in-the-news-view.aspx?id=1190Although Davis, Brown, Koehn, Shors & Roberts is one of Iowa's largest law firms, its attorneys and staff can always count on celebrating their colleagues' birthdays and other special occasions with a cake and other goodies. And the firm's annual potluck-style Thanksgiving dinner is simply huge, say employees.Mon, 14 May 2007 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.davisbrownlaw.com/in-the-news-view.aspx?id=1189Attorney David Erickson applied for interim mayor of Wes Des Moines 'to give back to community'Tue, 17 Apr 2007 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.davisbrownlaw.com/in-the-news-view.aspx?id=1180Davis Brown Law Firm has been awarded the "Above and Beyond" award by the Secretary of Defense in association with the Employee Support For Guard and Reserve program.Sat, 14 Apr 2007 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.davisbrownlaw.com/in-the-news-view.aspx?id=1188The 2007 AViD (Authors Visiting in Des Moines) Author Series promises to bring another exciting array of outstanding authors to Des Moines! Now in its seventh year, the Des Moines Public Library's series continues to feature some of the nation's finest authors, thanks to the Des Moines Public Library Foundation, with support from Humanities Iowa, Barnes & Noble Booksellers, Deb and Doug West, Wells Fargo, Pioneer Hi-bred, and the Davis Law Firm. Thu, 05 Apr 2007 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.davisbrownlaw.com/in-the-news-view.aspx?id=1187The Greater Des Moines Friends of Human Rights, Inc., a charitable, educational and philanthropic organization, devoted to the advancement of civil and human rights in the greater Des Moines metropolitan area is hosting the upcoming 21st Annual Symposium on Human and Civil Rights. Mon, 19 Feb 2007 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.davisbrownlaw.com/in-the-news-view.aspx?id=1186As one of its community projects, the Davis Brown Law Firm has supported the yearly Combat Hunger Drive that benefits the Des Moines-area Food Bank. The Food Bank of Iowa is a private, non-profit charitable organization whose mission is to alleviate hunger and reduce food waste.Thu, 28 Dec 2006 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.davisbrownlaw.com/in-the-news-view.aspx?id=1185The Davis Brown Law Firm Health Law seminar was held Wednesday, October 18th at the Polk County Convention Center. This year's featured speaker was Senator Charles Grassley.Wed, 11 Oct 2006 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.davisbrownlaw.com/in-the-news-view.aspx?id=1184Courtney A. Strutt Todd began work on August 28 as an associate attorney in the Business Division with tax and finance as her primary areas of practice. Fri, 01 Sep 2006 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.davisbrownlaw.com/in-the-news-view.aspx?id=1183Mr. John Shors was featured on the cover of the Iowa Lawyer Magazine as "Award of Merit, ISBA honor giant of the Industry," in June. Thu, 22 Jun 2006 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.davisbrownlaw.com/in-the-news-view.aspx?id=1182Gary M. Myers practices primarily in the area of commercial real estate and business transactions. He has experience in all aspects of commercial real estate, including the acquisition, sale, financing, leasing, and land use regulation of commercial real estate. Wed, 21 Jun 2006 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.davisbrownlaw.com/in-the-news-view.aspx?id=1179The Davis Brown Law Firm has agreed in principle to be the charter anchor tenant of a planned 14-story building to be located at 10th and Walnut. The new building will be named the Davis Brown Tower in recognition of the anchor tenant and the tower-like design.Wed, 19 Apr 2006 00:00:00 GMT