Atty. Benjamin D. "Ben" Bruner
Ben has a business-focused practice specializing in the areas of banking and financial services, commercial finance, real estate and corporate law. He advises a wide array of clients in all phases of institutional lending, including loan structuring, negotiating and drafting credit transaction documentation.
Banking And Finance Law & More Attorney · Serving Des Moines, IA
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About Benjamin D. "Ben" Bruner at a Glance
Benjamin D. "Ben" Bruner is a business, real estate, zoning, and foreclosure attorney based in Des Moines, Iowa, practicing at Dickinson, Bradshaw, Fowler & Hagen PC. Admitted to practice in Iowa, Iowa Bar Association and Minnesota, Minnesota Bar Association. Educated at William Mitchell College of Law (J.D., 2008) and The University of Iowa (B.B.A. in Accounting, 2005). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Banking and Finance Law (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Transactions / UCC Law (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — Land Use and Zoning Law (2026). Serves clients in Des Moines, IA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Benjamin D. "Ben" Bruner
- Ben has a business-focused practice specializing in the areas of banking and financial services, commercial finance, real estate and corporate law
- He advises a wide array of clients in all phases of institutional lending, including loan structuring, negotiating and drafting credit transaction documentation
- Additionally, he regularly advises commercial lenders and borrowers with regard to judicial and non-judicial foreclosure proceedings, UCC enforcement, bankruptcy, and has extensive experience with modification and workout agreements, loan restructuring, and forbearance agreements
- He advises businesses and individuals concerning all aspects related to the management, development, ownership and financing of commercial real estate and assists in the acquisition, sale and associated financing of commercial real estate
- Further, he provides advice to a variety of business clients regarding general corporate transactions, including organizational, development, funding and start-up issues, board of directors operations and duties, and general contract drafting and negotiation
Practice Areas Explained
Benjamin D. "Ben" Bruner's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Benjamin D. "Ben" Bruner handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Des Moines.
Business & Corporate Law in Des Moines
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
Benjamin D. "Ben" Bruner is one of 497,491 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Iowa →
Real Estate Law in Des Moines
Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.
Benjamin D. "Ben" Bruner is one of 313,729 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in Iowa →
Land Use & Zoning in Des Moines
Benjamin D. "Ben" Bruner is one of 39,875 zoning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse zoning attorneys in Iowa →
Foreclosure Defense in Des Moines
Benjamin D. "Ben" Bruner is one of 14,094 foreclosure attorneys indexed nationally. Browse foreclosure attorneys in Iowa →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Des Moines
Practicing law in Iowa. Legal matters in Iowa are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Des Moines are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Iowa state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Iowa brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this venue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Iowa courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
Des Moines Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Des Moines-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Des Moines Choose Benjamin D. "Ben" Bruner
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Benjamin D. "Ben" Bruner's practice in the field of business, real estate, zoning, and foreclosure.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in Iowa, Iowa Bar Association and Minnesota, Minnesota Bar Association, Benjamin D. "Ben" Bruner can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering business, real estate, and zoning, Benjamin D. "Ben" Bruner can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Des Moines
A Des Moines-based practice means Benjamin D. "Ben" Bruner attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
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Common Legal Issues Benjamin D. "Ben" Bruner Handles in Des Moines
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