Atty. Bruce B. Graves

Atty. Bruce B. Graves

Bruce B. Graves is a lawyer practicing business and corporate law, litigation / trial law, taxation law.

Des Moines Des Moines 62 yrs experience 62 year
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Profile Summary

About Bruce B. Graves at a glance

Bruce B. Graves is an Attorney based in Des Moines, Iowa, practicing at BrownWinick Law. They have 62+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1964. Their practice focuses on business, tax, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Iowa (1964) and Nebraska (1969). Educated at University of Nebraska (J.D., 1964) and University of Omaha (B.S., 1961). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Polk County, Iowa State (Member, Board of Governors, 1994-1998 President, 2000-2001), Nebraska State, Federal and American (Member, Sections on: Taxation Litigation) Bar Associations. Serands clients in Des Moines, IA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Bruce B. Graves is a lawyer practicing business and corporate law, litigation / trial law, taxation law
  • Bruce received a B.S. degree from University of Omaha in 1961, and has been licensed for 62 years
  • Bruce practices at BrownWinick Law in Des Moines, IA

Practice Areas Explained

Bruce B. Graves's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Bruce B. Graves handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

Bruce B. Graves is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Iowa →

Tax Law

Tax attorneys handle IRS audits, tax debt, international tax, estate planning, and tax court litigation.

Bruce B. Graves is one of 85,302 tax attorneys indexed nationally. Browse tax attorneys in Iowa →

Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

Bruce B. Graves is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Iowa →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Iowa

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 andnue, 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.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Bruce B. Graves

Where is Bruce B. Graves's law office located?
Bruce B. Graves's law practice is located in Des Moines, Iowa. The firm is BrownWinick Law. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Bruce B. Graves handle?
Bruce B. Graves focuses on business, tax, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Iowa.
How long has Bruce B. Graves practiced law?
Bruce B. Graves has 62+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1964.
Where did Bruce B. Graves go to law school?
Bruce B. Graves earned their education at (J.D., 1964); (B.S., 1961).
How can I contact Bruce B. Graves for a consultation?
You can contact Bruce B. Graves directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has Bruce B. Graves received?
Bruce B. Graves's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Nebraska
- 1964
B.S.
University of Omaha
- 1961

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Iowa
Admitted: 1964
Nebraska
Admitted: 1969

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