DAVIS BROWNTHE HIGHLAND BUILDING4201 WESTOWN PKWY, STE 300WEST DES MOINES, IA 50266
Founded in 1929, Davis, Brown,
Koehn, Shors & Roberts, P.C., provides
comprehensive legal services to clients
ranging from private individuals to
Fortune 500 corporations.
Our firm is based in Des Moines, Iowa,
the state’s economic and political capital.
The city is a hub of local, regional,
national, and international operations
for the insurance, agriculture, bio-
technology, finance, real estate,
and technology industries.
We renewed our long-standing commit-
ment to downtown Des Moines when
we agreed to be the anchor tenant of
the award-winning, 13-story Davis
Brown Tower (pictured on the right).
at davis brown, we are committed to providing
excellent advice, service and representation.
about
Our West Des Moines office allows
us to provide service from a second
convenient location in the suburbs.
Our firm is comprised of outstanding
attorneys and continues to attract
seasoned attorneys and top graduates
from nationally ranked law schools. Our
lawyers have demonstrated excellence,
plus the integrity and motivation to
become respected members of the
firm and community. With a passion
for the law and dedication to clients,
our attorneys have been recognized
by Martindale–Hubbell, Best Lawyers
in America, Chambers USA, and Iowa
Super Lawyers.
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Ethics: Uncompromising personal
and professional ethics guide our actions
and decisions.
Excellence: We set high standards for our
attorneys. They are respected advisors
and counselors as recognized through
peer review in the legal community.
Knowledgeable: Our attorneys have the
strength of their education, experience
and collective knowledge to provide the
advice and counsel clients seek.
Forward Looking: We have the foresight
to make decisions that impact business
today and lay the groundwork for a
solid future for our clients.
Collaborative: Davis Brown is an
employer of choice in the Iowa legal
community. From mentoring relationships
between associates and shareholders,
to progressive firm leadership and
civic involvement, collaboration is
the key to success.
Diverse: We believe in an inclusive
workplace that reflects the vibrance
of our community and strengthens
our understanding and respect of
diverse backgrounds.
Progressive: We continue to invest in
training, technology, and service to
support the primary function of the
firm: delivering excellent legal services.
since 1929, our firm has been a pillar of the greater
des moines community. the following have been
established as our core values:
VISION
The defined business and litigation
structure gives our attorneys an internal
network to better represent the needs
of our clients. The collaboration of our
team leads to the implementation of
legal strategy created to fit each client’s
specific requirements.
Over the past 80 plus years, Davis Brown
has been built on a commitment to pro-
viding the finest client service available.
Our attorneys and staff—the backbone
of the organization—deliver on this
promise each day. We define and achieve
the team’s commitment through our
Exceptional Client Service approach.
Our firm is proud to have a reputation
for encouraging tenure. Collegial,
lasting relationships are the basis
of our strong teams and consistent
high-quality legal work.
A collegial work environment
allows attorneys to work together
and develop the best solution for
legal issues. While individual attorneys
can bring a specific expertise to the
table, a team approach can analyze the
situation from different perspectives.
the davis brown law firm provides a continuum
of legal services to develop the best solution
for your legal issues.
exceptional
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ACTION
davis brown is invested in the local community.
we are active in numerous organizations, programs
and charitable causes.
Giving back to the community and
making Iowa a better place to live is
our goal as leaders of boards and civic
organizations including: the Greater
Des Moines Partnership; Greater
Des Moines Leadership Institute; Polk
County Bar Association; Iowa State
Bar Association; Des Moines Public
Library Foundation; and many more.
A. Arthur Davis (1928–1997), a
name partner of the firm, was Mayor
of Des Moines, President of the
Des Moines School Board, President
of what is now the Greater Des Moines
Partnership, and helped establish the
Greater Des Moines Leadership Institute.
Our lawyers continue this commitment.
John D. Shors served as President of the
Iowa State Bar Association, Frank J.
Carroll was Vice-President of the Iowa
State Bar Association, and Scott M.
Brennan was President of the Polk
County Bar Association.
“For the public good” is the objective
of Davis Brown’s Pro Bono efforts. As
community service is a cornerstone of
our firm, attorneys provide their skills
to those who cannot afford them. For
example, we assist the Polk County Bar
Association Volunteer Lawyers Project
and educational partnership efforts
through the Drake Legal Clinic.
Davis Brown has been recognized
as one of Des Moines’ Best Places to
Work by employees and the Des Moines
Business Record. This is possible through
our commitment to support a balanced
life. We have chosen to develop a work-
place that fosters professional success
and supports individuals and families.
“Strong, responsive and well connected,”
is how a client described our firm in
Chambers USA. Whether personal
matters or business issues, we have the
requisite experience and resources to
provide solid, strategic legal advice.
The strength of our Business Division is its
collaborative nature, shared knowledge,
and consultation with practitioners of
diverse areas of law. Our outlook is
progressive as we seek solutions for
today while planning for tomorrow.
The complexity of commercial transac-
tions create the need for a law firm that
can be detail-oriented, proactive and
responsive to the challenges of unique
engagements. As no two matters are the
same, your legal team needs to have the
experience to understand the situation
and ability to create and execute strategy.
In addition to traditional practice areas,
we also work with specific areas
and industries including biotechnology,
manufacturing, telecommunications,
and information technology and work
in cutting edge areas such as Iowa Film
Credits, New Market Tax Credits, carbon
credits, and wind farms. We also represent
emerging businesses, entrepreneurs, and
venture capital funds.
We are respected for our diligence and
thoughtful approach to the law and client
relationships. We respond to client needs,
even if it requires attention day and night
to see a matter to completion. As a
measure of effectiveness, our cost-
conscious solutions enable us to provide
robust representation while satisfying
bottom-line client requirements.
Our trust and estate department
reviews individual, family, and business
needs and establishes strategies to meet
goals throughout the many stages of
life including succession plans.
robust representation and cost-conscious solutions
satisfy client requirements.
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Personality and compatibility are among
the most important criteria for developing
a relationship with an attorney. The Davis
Brown Law Firm is a recognized leader
in the state when it comes to relationship
building. When confidentiality and loyalty
are mutually established, the relationship
will succeed.
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We believe regular communication is
important in legal matters. Communication
through appropriate media must be
accurate, prompt and fair as legal matters
progress. Care, courtesy and respect are
understood deliverables from your legal
team including attorneys, paralegals
and administrative assistants.
Comprehensive understanding of your
legal matter is of paramount importance
and creates a pathway to a solution.
Your attorney team has the knowledge,
experience and professionalism to navigate
the legal system and explain strategy and
goals in reference to the engagement.
DIVISION
Davis Brown litigators are distinguished
by a team approach. The comprehensive
understanding of the client, the matter,
and the court system provide a global
view of the opportunities and outcomes.
The depth of litigation experience and
effective bench strength shared among
our talented attorneys create the
team approach necessary in today’s
court system.
experience to arrive at the most effective
strategy. Extensive collaboration creates a
sound tactical plan to complement accurate
and concise advice.
Our attorney tenure is a valuable asset
to clients as it provides institutional
knowledge about your organization and
the basis for a strong relationship. Equally
important is our ability to represent clients
from start to finish.
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Our earnest, hard-working attorneys
are trained and ready to go to trial, a
distinguishing trait that not all lawyers
possess. Of equal importance is our
extensive knowledge of the state and
federal court system to review strengths,
weaknesses, opportunities and threats
in regard to legal matters.
We take client disputes and cases
seriously and use our wealth of litigation
litigationINSIGHT
Our trial-experienced attorneys can
advise you every step of the way. We
provide a multifaceted representation
that has earned us a place as one of the
premier law firms in Des Moines and
the state of Iowa.
We represent clients in everything from
simple contract disputes to employment
and discrimination cases to highly
complex civil litigation. As a trusted
go-to firm, we have a long and distin-
guished history in all types of litigation
matters before administrative agencies,
the state and federal courts in Iowa.
We have been involved in most types
of major civil litigation matters in our
state—traditionally taking the lead role
to provide expert advice and tactics.
Our litigation team approaches each
engagement with the singular goal of
best serving the client’s particular short-
and long-term interests. In short, we
do not embark on a “cookie-cutter
approach” to litigation problems.
Our litigation team is known not only
for the skill to engage in wide-ranging
discovery, but also for its ability to prepare
effectively for and try cases. We are
familiar with the state and federal courts
and have been recognized by Martindale–
Hubbell, Chambers USA, Best Lawyers
of America, and Iowa Super Lawyers
as leaders. In Chambers USA, a client
stated Davis Brown litigators are
“enjoyable to work with and reach
timely resolutions.” We “create strategies
to resolve potential issues and achieve
business goals.”
davis brown litigators develop strategies
to achieve your goals.
DIVISIONINSIGHT
Comprised of more than 160 member
firms, Lex Mundi (“Law of the World”) is
the Mark of Excellence for legal services
globally. Business owners, advisors and
corporations worldwide turn to Lex Mundi
member firms for outstanding expertise and
exceptional services. Corporate counsel,
local, national, and international clients of
Davis Brown can take advantage of these
strategic relationships.
The largest association of law firms in the
world with more than 20,000 lawyers in
560 offices and more than 100 countries,
Lex Mundi member firms provide repre-
sentation and local market knowledge
virtually anywhere needs may arise. Our
firm’s membership in Lex Mundi provides
us with global reach and access to
resources that enhance our ability to
serve clients’ needs around the world.
The foundation of Lex Mundi is in the
quality of the individual member firms,
which are regularly reviewed. Member
selection criteria are very stringent, and
members are among the preeminent
law firms in their jurisdictions. While
remaining independent, each member
firm is committed to uniform service
standards that provide clients with
consistency and confidence, and each
shares a remarkable dedication to
client service.
Clients of Lex Mundi member firms are
the ultimate beneficiaries of the world-
wide reach and access to exceptional
global legal expertise. Working together,
Lex Mundi member firms are able to
provide cost-effective solutions for
clients around the world.
the davis brown law firm is the exclusive iowa
member of lex mundi, the world’s leading association
of independent law firms.
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MUNDIELITE
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Educational Programming: Davis Brown
hosts seminars for clients on a wide variety
of topics, including Business Law, Health
Law and Employment and Labor Law.
These events provide a forum for clients
to stay updated on issues of relevance
to their business.
Publications: Davis Brown disseminates
a great deal of information into the public
domain each year to provide insight and
commentary on breaking issues. Visit our
website, www.davisbrownlaw.com, for
the latest news and information.
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Public Speaking: Davis Brown attorneys
are in demand for public presentations
throughout the year locally, regionally
and nationally. In a clear and informative
manner, we provide practical knowledge,
expertise and legal examples in our areas
of practice on issues in the spotlight.
INSPIRE
Davis Brown attorneys have been
recognized by readers of the Des Moines
Business Record as Best Law Firm in
Des Moines repeatedly since 1997.
This drives us to continually improve
and provide Exceptional Client Service.
Our attorneys are regularly reviewed
by their peers and consistently earn
high recognition. Thousands of in-depth
interviews with attorneys across the
nation are the basis for these evaluations
of successful legal practice. We are
proud of our leaders and their commit-
ment to excellence. See our website for
individually recognized attorneys and
practice areas.
Chambers USA: Based in London,
Chambers USA covers all the major
national practice areas, as well as the
key specializations within each state.
Best Lawyers in America: Best Lawyers is
the oldest peer-review publication in the
legal profession. For a quarter century,
this publication has helped lawyers and
clients find legal counsel in unfamiliar
jurisdictions or unfamiliar specialties
based on its peer review system.
Martindale–Hubbell: With a history
spanning 140 years, the Martindale–
Hubbell Legal Network is powered by
a database of over one million lawyers
and law firms in over 160 countries.
An AV certification is a significant rating
accomplishment because a lawyer’s peers
rank him or her at the highest level of
professional excellence.
Iowa Super Lawyers: This is a listing
of outstanding lawyers from more than
60 practice areas who have attained
a high degree of peer recognition for their
professional achievement. Attorneys
listed are within the top 5% of practice
in the state.
whether you’re an individual or corporate counsel,
the following independent rankings demonstrate
our ability, knowledge, experience, and most
importantly, respect.
INSPIRERANKINGS
areas of practice
Administrative Law
Agribusiness and Cooperatives
Banking Law and Financial Institutions
Bankruptcy and Creditors’ Rights
Business Organizations and Transactions
• Mergers and Acquisitions
• Corporate Governance
• Formation
• Securities
• Non-Profits and Charities
Commercial Law
Communications, Media, Advertising, and Entertainment
Construction Law
• Construction Contracts
• Construction Litigation
Education
Emerging Growth and Venture Capital
• Entrepreneurs
• Private Equity
• Investment Funds
Employee Benefits, Executive Compensation, Pensions, Profit Sharing, and ERISA
Environmental Law / “Green” Law
Franchise and Distribution
Health Care and Professional Licensure
Immigration
Insurance Regulation
Intellectual Property
• Patent, Trademark and Copyright Prosecution
• Intellectual Property Litigation
• Licensing
• Internet and e-Commerce
International Transactions
Labor and Employment
• Employee Benefits
• Employment Law Counseling
• Employment Law Litigation
• Labor Law
Litigation
• Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR)
• Appeals
• Business Torts
• Commercial and Business Litigation
• Family Law
• Insurance Coverage
• Product Liability Defense
• Real Estate
Privacy and Information Security
Public Law and Financing
Public Utilities
• Energy
• Telecommunications
Real Estate
• Transactions
• Planning, Development and Management
Tax
• Federal, State and Local Taxation
• International Taxation of Inbound and Outbound Individuals and Businesses
• Estate, Trust and Gift Taxation
• Real Estate Tax and Protest Litigation
• Federal and State Income Tax Controversies and Litigation
• Tax-Exempt Organizations
Tax Credits and Economic Development
Trade Associations
Trusts and Estates
• Agribusiness Planning
• Business Succession Planning
• Estate Planning
• Estate and Trust Administration
• Estate and Trust Litigation
• Retirement Plan Distributions
• Transfer Tax Planning
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