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Specialties

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 Approach

I 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 needsWith 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 Me

For 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®.  

My Specialties

  • Corporate/Transactional
  • Business Transactions
  • Employment & Labor
  • Litigation

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Assistant

Jakkie Guerrero

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Undergraduate

Iowa State University

B.A., Political Science, B.S., Business Management, Minor in Economics, 2017

Graduate

Drake University College of Business and Public Administration

M.B.A., 2021

Legal

Drake University Law School

J.D., with honors, 2021

Admitted

Iowa, 2021

Nebraska, 2023

Memberships & Associations

  • Polk County Bar Association
    Member
  • Polk County Women Attorneys (Treasurer)
  • Iowa State Bar Association
    Member
  • American Bar Association
    Member
  • C. Edwin Moore Inn of Court